At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex software projects and enhance project delivery processes.
- Company: Innovative avionics and software engineering firm in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and a dynamic team environment.
- Other info: Initial 6-month contract with potential for growth in aerospace sector.
- Why this job: Join a cutting-edge industry and make a real impact on safety-critical software.
- Qualifications: Experience in software project management and knowledge of DO-178C essential.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.
Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 4 days onsite)
Rate: £500–£515 per day
Duration: Initial 6-month contract
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Start Date: ASAP
We are supporting an innovative avionics and software engineering organisation based in Bristol that is looking to bring in an experienced Contract Project Manager to strengthen project delivery capability across a portfolio of complex software projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Improve project planning, tracking, and reporting processes.
- Establish and embed standardised project management methodologies.
- Strengthen risk, issue, and change management practices.
- Improve project governance and delivery controls.
- Support the development of existing project management capabilities.
- Work closely with software engineering teams delivering complex products.
- Drive greater predictability, transparency, and confidence in project delivery.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience managing software development projects.
- Experience working within aerospace or other safety-critical environments.
- Strong project governance and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience improving project delivery frameworks and controls.
- Agile delivery experience within sprint-based development environments.
- Ability to influence, mentor, and support project teams.
- Experience with DO-178C and safety-critical software development within avionics is essential.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
Please let me know if you are interested and, if so, send across an updated CV.
Kind regards,
Contract Project Manager in Bristol employer: Zenovo
Join a forward-thinking avionics and software engineering organisation in Bristol, where your expertise as a Contract Project Manager will be valued in driving complex software projects to success. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, collaborative work culture, and innovative project management methodologies, this role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to cutting-edge developments in the aerospace sector. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing you to balance onsite collaboration with remote productivity.
