Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Aerospace & Defence – Cheltenham UK

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a growing Programme Management team within the Aerospace and Defence Sector.

The successful candidate will lead the delivery of complex engineering projects, managing scope, schedule, budgets, risks, customer relationships, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver projects through the full lifecycle from bid stage to completion.
• Manage project plans, budgets, risks, resources, and contractual milestones.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, suppliers, and customers.
• Lead change management, problem resolution, and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and junior team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ project management experience within an engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, or similar environment.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and quality processes.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• PMQ/APM qualification (or willingness to achieve).

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