Project Manager (contract)

Project Manager – Advanced Engineering

• Kidderminster (Hybrid)
• £50ph - £60ph (Inside IR35)
• Initial 12 month contract

A truly unique opportunity to join a world leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organisation!

We develop and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in Defence & Security. A vacancy has arisen for a Project Manager to be accountable for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects of work ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and business targets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Project Manager – Rocket Propulsion

• The generation, maintenance and delivery of project plans in support of bids for new business.
• The definition, generation and execution of project plans for contracted work according to business needs. Scope could include development, production or research projects.
• Improving project value and project margin through the proactive management of project risks.
• Project reporting both internally and to customers.
• Management, monitoring and motivation of cross-functional team members assigned to the project(s).
• Working closely with the customer to understand the business requirements for the project, developing effective working relationships and ongoing management processes for the project.
• Approval and/or authorisation of documents as defined in Approved Signatory or Delegated Authorities List.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND - Project Manager – Rocket Propulsion

• Previous knowledge of planning, managing and delivering production, development or technology projects
• A sound commercial and financial understanding
• Knowledge and experience of Project Management software tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project
• Good customer skills and an ability to work and communicate with people at all levels in the organisation.
• Ability to work in/with a multi-disciplined team.
• Effective risk management (demonstrated experience of effective risk mitigation is more important than knowledge of a particular process).
• Degree / industry related qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable Experience

• Experience and up to date knowledge of the defence industry
• Experience of developmental activities where project parameters can be subject to change
• Experience in or experience in managing projects within an engineering focused environment.
• Recognised Project Management qualification/accreditation is desirable (e.g. APM Membership or qualifications, PRINCE2, etc.)