Engineering Project Manager

Company: Holt Executive Ltd
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Location: West Sussex
Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join a global programme management team delivering design, manufacture, and lifecycle support of cutting-edge aviation training solutions to customers worldwide.

You will lead multiple concurrent projects across the full lifecycle, from concept and design through to certification, delivery, and in-service modification, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and international clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager looking to operate in a high-impact, technically complex environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, cost, quality, and regulatory requirements
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including new system builds and complex engineering upgrades
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and external partners
  • Define and manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables
  • Develop and maintain project plans (WBS, schedules, budgets, risk registers)
  • Monitor performance and proactively resolve issues
  • Maintain strong financial oversight, including budgeting and forecasting
  • Identify and mitigate risks while driving opportunities
  • Ensure effective configuration and change management
  • Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
  • Provide clear reporting to senior leadership
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Proven experience delivering complex, high-value projects involving hardware and software integration
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PRINCE2, APM, PMI, MSP)
  • Background in aviation, aerospace, defence, or other regulated industries
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project and Office tools

Desirable Experience

  • Experience with aviation or safety-critical systems
  • Knowledge of aviation regulatory frameworks (EASA, FAA)
  • Experience working with international customers

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
  • Pension contribution (up to 7%)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
  • Private medical insurance (with optional family cover)
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Group income protection
  • Flexible benefits (health cash plan, dental, gym, cycle to work, etc.)
  • Employee wellbeing and assistance programme
  • On-site parking (including EV charging)

Posted: April 3rd, 2026