Project Manager – Defence Portland, Dorset (onsite) Salary up to £60,000 37 hour week, 4 day working week Mage Global is recruiting for a Project Manager to join a leading Defence Manufacturing company based in Portland, Dorset. Due to a recent expansion and busy order book, the company is set for a period of sustained growth, it’s a great time to join an ambitious company who recognise individual contributions and reward achievements. The role is responsible for planning, leading, administering and reporting on designated projects and work packages. This can include the definition of the work during bids, as well executing or supporting launch, execution and shutdown phases. A key aspect is tracking, reporting and controlling variance against the contracted budget. The role involves close liaison with other functions, as well as internal and customer-facing documentation. Key responsibilities include: * Deliver allocated Projects, work packages and artefacts on time and to cost. * Clearly define allocated work breakdown structures and plans * Monitor, report and manage variance, identifying and taking actions to avoid any negative impact to the declared profit margin. * Provide PM input at the RFQ phase, including fully endorsed Project Schedules. * Foster collaborative working relationships between internal stakeholders * Ensure that Project risks and their mitigations are captured, communicated and managed. * Monitor and report on allocated key Project KPIs and financial metrics. * Drive an OTIF, customer service philosophy Required skills and background: * Experienced in managing complex projects in a Manufacturing environment * Technical Degree/HNC/HND/Apprenticeship or equivalent experience * Ability to obtain Security Clearance * Ideally have some formal PM qualifications * Ideally experienced in working in a Defence/MOD environment For more information please click ‘apply