Location:Stevenage |Sector:Defence |Type:Full-time
Join a leading defence partner supporting the UK Ministry of Defence as aManufacturing Project Manager. In this role, youll lead the planning and execution of manufacturing projects, working closely with Programme Managers and the Manufacturing Management Team to deliver on-time, on-budget results.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead manufacturing projects across the full product lifecycle
* Manage stakeholder relationships and internal reporting
* Drive cost control, schedule adherence, and risk management
* Support bids and tenders for future business opportunities
* Translate project requirements into clear actions for cross-functional teams
What Were Looking For
* Proven experience managing fixed-cost projects in a matrix environment
* Background in engineering or manufacturing preferred
* Strong communicator and team leader with a proactive mindset
* Skilled in project planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement
* SAP or similar project management system experience
* ESD training desirable
Why Join?
* Be part of a high-impact team delivering critical defence programmes
* Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with real-world impact
* Access to training, development, and career progression opportunities
What happens now?
Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
More about the role:
For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.
This job is at our client's site in Bolton facility, one of the North West's leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers and bike racks and is near the motorway, with a petrol station outside. Amenities like an onsite canteen. All employees get training and development opportunities.
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