Senior Project Manager – National Security & Defence
Location – Cheltenham - Hybrid
Salary – £75,000 -£90,000 + excellent benefits
We are working with a leading consultancy who are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team on a high-profile government programme. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a large, complex software delivery project and play a key role in driving outcomes across Central Government and Defence.
The Role
As Senior Project Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring successful project delivery from end to end. You'll lead teams, manage stakeholders, and adapt delivery methods to fit the needs of fast-moving and high-impact technology projects.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.
2. Work directly with clients to understand their requirements and turn them into delivery plans.
3. Provide project planning and support on activities including bids and proposals
4. Manage project governance, reporting, and risk management activities, ensuring robust decision-making and timely issue resolution
5. Managing customer and partner relationships, acting as a key point of engagement.
6. Applying agile and scaled agile practices, alongside traditional project management methods...