At a Glance
- Tasks: Support project managers in planning, coordinating, and delivering innovative defence projects.
- Company: Join QinetiQ, a leader in defence technology and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Work at our Bristol, PTP, or Farnborough sites with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a team creating cutting-edge technology that protects lives.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years in project management and a degree; eager to learn.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Associate Project Manager at our Bristol, PTP, or Farnborough sites, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As an Associate Project Manager in our UK Defence function you will be part of the Maritime & Land team where you will support the Project Managers on the full lifecycle of the customer projects. Day to day, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects while developing your Project management skills. This role works closely with Project Managers, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure project activities are completed on time, within scope, and according to agreed standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Development and maintenance of positive engagement with project customers, partners and suppliers
- Delivery of the project outputs, to agreed baseline (customer satisfaction, time, cost, quality, cash and sales)
- Resolving conflicts (including prioritisation calls) within the project and collaborating across QinetiQ
- Maintenance of forecasts (both financial and resource demand signal) for sales and delivery which reflects the up‑to‑date expectations for the work
- Application of governance requirements (including lifecycle, project & independent reviews as appropriate) for foundation sales and delivery work
Essential experience of the Associate Project Manager:
- Foundational experience in a Project Management environment. Typically, 1-2 years’ experience
- Previous experience in either Maritime projects or working on an Engineering Delivery Partner (EDP) programme.
Essential qualifications for the Associate Project Manager:
- Degree educated
- Working towards early PM qualifications
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at our Bristol, PTP or Farnborough sites with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.
Security clearance: Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
Associate Project Manager in Bristol employer: QINETIQ LIMITED
At QinetiQ, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As an Associate Project Manager in our Bristol, PTP, or Farnborough locations, you will not only engage with cutting-edge technology but also benefit from extensive employee growth opportunities and a supportive environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering and protecting lives through groundbreaking defence technology.
