Project Manager - Secure Infrastructure in London

As a Project Manager in the Cyber Security Division, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of innovative projects, supplying safety through technology to provide our customers with more efficient, safe and secure products and solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Your impact: Joining an established Integrated Project Team (IPT) you can be based at any one of Leonardo's UK sites with extensive travel and site working at other UK sites depending on the needs of the projects. You will lead the implementation of secure infrastructure enhancements to new and existing facilities for our internal and external clients throughout the RIBA stages (Concept to Handover). You will belong to a community of diverse Project Management professionals, bringing your own unique skills to contribute towards business improvement initiatives ensuring best practice and a consistent level of high performance. You will be responsible for managing all activities in the life cycle of a project or group of projects, demonstrating an agile mind-set to actively and positively influence the team's performance and project outcomes.

What you'll do as a Project Manager:

• Lead with the customer community, earning their trust and inspiring confidence through your energy, thoroughness and consistent delivery of undertakings.
• Ensure that all contractual obligations are successfully achieved on site whilst working safely.
• Monitor project performance, defining actions aimed at the improvement of project performance to maximise the economic and financial objectives of the project.
• Ensure achievement of project goals during the entire lifecycle of the project.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and the customer to maximise customer satisfaction.
• Ensure the effective application of all governance requirements.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience of managing successful secure infrastructure projects for UK MoD special access projects.
• Experience and qualifications in running construction projects and supervising sites, ensuring the project runs smoothly, safely and is completed on time and in budget. This includes: preparing the site, including installing temporary offices and facilities before construction starts.
• Ability to both communicate with and influence stakeholders.

And it would be beneficial if you had:

• The Black CSCS Card (also known as the Black Manager's Card).
• A relevant construction management or technical related NVQ/SVQ at level 6 or 7 or equivalent.
• CITB Managers and Professionals (MAP) Health, Safety & Environment Test within the past two years.
• APMP Practitioner Qualification.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance: This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

Why join us: At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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