Project Manager (Medical Support Services)

Leidos is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead, manage, and deliver Medical Change requirements within the Logistics and Mission Support division, specifically on the Logistics, Commodities and Services Transformation (LCST) programme. In this fast‑paced, complex, and highly regulated environment, you will report to the MSS Programme Manager and Head of Commissioning. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering change projects in support of UK Defence, aligning with strategic goals and driving increased value for our Defence Medical customer. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex change processes reactively.

What will I be doing?

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, budget and resource allocation. Execute change projects, ensuring all milestones and deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Engage and communicate effectively with key stakeholders, including the customer, sub‑contract partners, project teams, and senior leadership to foster strong relationships and alignment.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks. Develop and implement proactive strategies to mitigate risks and minimise impact on existing operations.
• Coordinate and secure resources required for proposal delivery and establish resource‑loaded schedules to support infrastructure and staffing strategies.
• Conduct thorough change impact assessments to identify potential risks, challenges and opportunities.
• Support quality management processes to ensure project deliverables meet required standards and specifications. Participate in regular reviews to maintain quality control.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership and other key stakeholders on progress and delivery effectiveness.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements within Project Management in LMS. Contribute to the development and refinement of project management methodologies and tools.

What does Leidos need from me?

• Track record of managing multiple concurrent deliveries in a complex medical environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and judgment for dealing with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrable understanding of business, finance and people management techniques and the commercial aspects of projects.
• Strong understanding and experience utilising Project Management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication, leadership and interpersonal skills, with ability to negotiate, collaborate and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work proactively, independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Experience of pre‑award activity, proposal writing and assurance.
• Awareness of Good Distribution Practice (GDP), Joint Services publications and other defence standards such as JSP 950 (Defence Medical Policy).
• Experience in healthcare, medical service, life sciences, or regulated delivery environments.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMQ/PPQ, ChPP, MSP) is a plus.

Clearance Requirements

• BPSS pre‑screening required to start.
• Must hold or be willing to undergo UK Security Clearance (SC).

What we do for you

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Flexible Working Scheme

Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay Range £44,700.00 - £57,300.00