Project Manager x 2
Posted Today by 1774433266
£695 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Woking
Summary: The Project Manager (Defence) role involves overseeing a high-impact Defence programme, ensuring effective project management across multiple initiatives from concept to deployment. The position requires active SC clearance and offers a hybrid working arrangement with two days on-site. The contract is for six months, with a daily rate of £695. Candidates should have a strong background in Defence environments and proven experience in managing hardware/software projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones
- Lead cross-functional teams and manage resources effectively
- Oversee budgets, costs, and financial performance
- Identify and mitigate risks and issues
- Monitor progress and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality targets
- Manage stakeholder communication and expectations
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting
- Ensure quality standards and successful project closure
Key Skills:
- Active UK SC clearance (essential)
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proven experience delivering hardware/software projects up to £5m
- Background in Defence/MOD environments
- Experience across full project lifecycle, including bids/pre-sales
- Strong commercial and financial awareness
- Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments
- Experience with risk and opportunity management
- Knowledge of subcontractor and supplier management (including international)
- Relevant qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) preferred
Salary (Rate): £695 per day
City: Woking
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Project Management
Project Manager (Defence) - Contract
Romsey, Woking or Gloucester (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)
£695 per day (Inside IR35)
6-month contract
Active SC Clearance required
Overview
Join a high-impact Defence programme delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges. This role provides project management resilience across multiple projects, supporting delivery from concept through to deployment.
Key Responsibilities
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones
- Lead cross-functional teams and manage resources effectively
- Oversee budgets, costs, and financial performance
- Identify and mitigate risks and issues
- Monitor progress and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality targets
- Manage stakeholder communication and expectations
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting
- Ensure quality standards and successful project closure
Key Requirements
- Active UK SC clearance (essential)
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proven experience delivering hardware/software projects up to £5m
- Background in Defence/MOD environments
- Experience across full project lifecycle, including bids/pre-sales
- Strong commercial and financial awareness
- Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments
- Experience with risk and opportunity management
- Knowledge of subcontractor and supplier management (including international)
- Relevant qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) preferred
Desirable
- Experience in rapid prototyping/UOR environments
- Bid training or certifications
Ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in complex, mission-driven environments and can deliver at pace.
If this Project Manager role is of interest, apply now!