Project Manager
Hampshire based with other offices in Gloucestershire and Woking, Requires 2 days p/week on site - 6 months initial contract (Inside IR35) – SC Required
We are looking for a Project Manager to provide support to the Defence business unit, delivering activities across multiple concurrent projects.
Areas of Responsibility
* Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders
* Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and milestones
* Allocate and manage resources effectively
* Control budgets, track costs, and ensure financial compliance
* Lead and motivate cross-functional teams
* Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues
* Monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed
* Manage stakeholder communication and expectations
* Maintain project documentation and reporting
* Ensure quality standards are met across all deliverables
* Support effective project closure, including lessons learned
Knowledge & Experience Required
* Proven project management experience across hardware/software delivery (up to £5m), from concept through to deployment
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience with bid/pre-sales activities and full project lifecycle delivery
* Background working with the UK Ministry of Defence or similar environments
* Commercial and financial awareness, including budgeting and negotiation
* Ability to manage multiple projects, risks, and priorities in deadline-driven environments
* Experience with rapid prototyping or accelerated development programmes (e.g. UORs)
* Skilled in leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing subcontractors/suppliers
* Familiarity with product development, research, or consultancy environments
* Relevant certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ, Agile) preferred