Project Manager - Maritime / Defence
Rugeley, Staffordshire - Hybrid
Permanent
Our client, a large defence customer, is seeking a Project Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. Key Responsibilities
Be the primary customer contact. Successfully manage a portfolio of similar or related projects for a business stream achieving customer requirements along with meeting the business goals of schedule, budget, deliveries, risk management, and winning new/follow-on business. Monitor project performance against plan, cost, and delivery, and identify appropriate corrective actions by conducting periodic cost, schedule, performance, and risk reviews. Prioritise, identify, and obtain the required resources, including facilities, tools, and personnel to achieve successful project execution. Supply accurate cost and schedule information in the preparation of bids and reports. Provide effective leadership, manage all customer interfaces, and communicate effectively to Senior Management, team members, and peers to establish a common understanding of Project Scope and plan for successful programme execution. Motivate the team by communicating a shared vision, providing direction, setting goals, and mentoring, creating a team environment that encourages people to work towards common objectives. Carry out other duties that may reasonably be required by the Programmes Director or the Programme Manager in support of department activities. Experience in new product implementation and new product development. Personal Attributes
Experienced Project Manager with a successful track record in setting up and executing the full project lifecycle, including concept, launch, product development, transition to production, product delivery, and in-service support. Educated to degree level in Business/Engineering. APM qualified (or equivalent). Excellent leadership, delegation, and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset. Excellent communication, influencing, and persuading skills at all levels in the business. High commercial and business awareness, customer focus, and sales orientation. Resilient - able to operate effectively under stretching project constraints, pressure, and displays sound judgement at all times. PC and keyboard literate with working knowledge of project management tools, plus working knowledge of IFS or an equivalent ERP system. Experience of managing multi-disciplined projects with a focus on systems engineering and integration and/or manufacturing is highly desirable. A background in the Maritime / Defence industry would be advantageous. Routine UK and occasional overseas travel will be required. The successful candidate will need to achieve the relevant security vetting level status required for the role.
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Our client, a large defence customer, is seeking a Project Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. Key Responsibilities
Be the primary customer contact. Successfully manage a portfolio of similar or related projects for a business stream achieving customer requirements along with meeting the business goals of schedule, budget, deliveries, risk management, and winning new/follow-on business. Monitor project performance against plan, cost, and delivery, and identify appropriate corrective actions by conducting periodic cost, schedule, performance, and risk reviews. Prioritise, identify, and obtain the required resources, including facilities, tools, and personnel to achieve successful project execution. Supply accurate cost and schedule information in the preparation of bids and reports. Provide effective leadership, manage all customer interfaces, and communicate effectively to Senior Management, team members, and peers to establish a common understanding of Project Scope and plan for successful programme execution. Motivate the team by communicating a shared vision, providing direction, setting goals, and mentoring, creating a team environment that encourages people to work towards common objectives. Carry out other duties that may reasonably be required by the Programmes Director or the Programme Manager in support of department activities. Experience in new product implementation and new product development. Personal Attributes
Experienced Project Manager with a successful track record in setting up and executing the full project lifecycle, including concept, launch, product development, transition to production, product delivery, and in-service support. Educated to degree level in Business/Engineering. APM qualified (or equivalent). Excellent leadership, delegation, and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset. Excellent communication, influencing, and persuading skills at all levels in the business. High commercial and business awareness, customer focus, and sales orientation. Resilient - able to operate effectively under stretching project constraints, pressure, and displays sound judgement at all times. PC and keyboard literate with working knowledge of project management tools, plus working knowledge of IFS or an equivalent ERP system. Experience of managing multi-disciplined projects with a focus on systems engineering and integration and/or manufacturing is highly desirable. A background in the Maritime / Defence industry would be advantageous. Routine UK and occasional overseas travel will be required. The successful candidate will need to achieve the relevant security vetting level status required for the role.
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