At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and deliver vital projects, ensuring they meet cost and quality targets.
- Company: Join BAE Systems, a leader in defence and aerospace innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with exciting career opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.
- Qualifications: Degree-level qualification or comparable experience in project management.
The predicted salary is between 51400 - 68800 £ per year.
Client: BAE Systems
Duration: 6 months
Location: Ridsdale, Hexham
Hourly Rate: £24.78 PAYE or £33.24 Umbrella
Working Arrangements: 37hrs per week, hybrid 2/3 days pw on-site
About The Role
You will be responsible for conceiving and delivering a range of small but vital projects. Being responsible for the management and execution of the projects/work packages/tasks the Project Professional will be measured by the successful completion of milestones to cost and quality targets by working with both Engineering and Operations to scope and then monitor the progress of projects/work packages/tasks and where required lead problem solving activities to allow swift resolution of issues.
Responsibilities
- Delivery of defined work packages/tasks to cost/schedule/quality targets
- Monitor and report project/programme performance for schedule, technical, financial and quality objectives.
- Leading problem-solving sessions to pro-actively overcome project issues
- Establish & maintain customer/supplier relationships maintaining regular communications & managing expectations.
- Taking responsibility for achieving customer satisfaction.
Skills & Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification (engineer discipline preferred) or comparable experience
- Project Management experience, ideally from a comparable industry (Defence)
- Formal training in Project Management, with knowledge of scheduling, cost management, and risk software tools (e.g. MS Project & Predict!), as well as experience of SAP are preferred.
- Experience of working in a safety-critical manufacturing environment an advantage
- Desirable: PRINCE2 qualifications would be a distinct advantage
- Programme management qualification would be desirable
Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.
Project Officer in Hexham employer: Outsource UK
BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors. Located in Ridsdale, Hexham, employees benefit from a hybrid working model, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth through formal training and project management experience. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, BAE Systems ensures that every team member can thrive while contributing to meaningful projects that make a real impact.
