Assistant Project Manager (Facilities) in Bristol

You will be part of a small dynamic team of Project Managers and this role will provide project management and hands-on support for the delivery of the major programmes of works and coordination of the day to day management of contractors and Bristol site. This is a critical role to ensure the site operates well throughout this exciting period and supporting the successful delivery of building refurbishments and new builds on the site masterplan.

Benefits and working arrangements

• Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to all statutory and public holidays.
• After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added at each milestone.
• You can also purchase up to an additional five days of holiday through payroll.
• Dynamic Working policies allow flexibility around hours and location, including options for paid overtime, dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more.
• This role offers dynamic (hybrid) working: typically 4 days a week with the ability to work remotely when appropriate.

Rewards and wellbeing

• MBDA Retirement Savings Plan is a Defined Contribution plan in the Mercer Master Trust.
• Standard contributions are 4% of base salary with 6% employer contributions, with potential increases of up to 2% for both employee and employer contributions.
• Financial wellbeing benefits include access to free financial webinars and a financial education website.
• Other benefits include the Share Incentive Plan, Mortgage Advice, Season Ticket Loan, Critical Illness cover, Employee Assistance Programme, Voluntary Private Medical Insurance, Funded Private Medical Insurance (for eligible employees), Dental Insurance, Healthcare Cash Plan, and Healthcare and Leisure benefits with various cover levels.

Role and responsibilities

An exciting role for an enthusiastic and driven early-mid career Project / Facilities Manager has arisen within the MBDA Facilities department to support the delivery of their major Bristol Site re-development programme on a 2 year fixed term contract. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further develop their project management skills in a construction environment. On-the-job training is available for the right candidate.

Salary: Circa £42,500 depending on experience.

Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. After offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Qualifications and desirable attributes

• Someone with project management experience and looking to develop their skills in the delivery of Construction Projects.
• The successful candidate will be a team player with a pro-active hands-on attitude to respond to issues and identify resolutions.
• Good analytical skills and experience in budgeting and cost reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders and customers accordingly.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with good people management skills and the ability to foster strong relationships with stakeholders, providing regular project updates.

Company context

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks (Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability, and more) and encourage applicants to speak to us about any adjustments during recruitment.

Additional benefits and corporate provisions

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
• Pension: up to 14% total employer/employee contribution
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave with enhancements for other parental leave scenarios
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking and more
• Healthcare options: Healthcare Cash Plan and related benefits

Security and eligibility

Security clearance all employees at MBDA are required to hold UK Security or BPSS Clearance. All candidates will undergo BPSS checks after offer stage.