I’m working with a highly specialised engineering and R&D organisation at a pivotal stage of growth.
They are now looking to hire a Head of Project Management, a role that will take ownership of delivery across the business and build a best-in‑class PM function from the ground up.
This is not a “maintain the status quo” role.
👉 This is about bringing structure, clarity and performance into a complex, technical environment
👉 Leading and developing a team of Project Managers
👉 And shaping how projects are delivered across the organisation
💡 What you’ll be doing
* Leading and developing a team of Project Managers
* Owning delivery performance across a portfolio of complex engineering programmes
* Building and embedding project governance, processes and reporting frameworks
* Working closely with engineering, commercial and leadership teams
* Acting as the key escalation point for delivery challenges
* Driving consistency, accountability and continuous improvement
🔍 What they’re looking for
* Proven experience leading complex engineering or R&D programmes
* Experience managing or mentoring Project Managers
* Strong background in building or improving PM processes and governance
* Comfortable operating in technically complex environments
* Strong stakeholder management, able to challenge and influence at all levels
* A “builder” mindset, someone who can create structure where it doesn’t yet exist
🎯 Why this role stands out
* Opportunity to shape and own a PM function
* Work on high‑value, technically complex projects
* Exposure to global, high‑profile customers
* Join a business investing in growth and capability
* Real influence at leadership level
📍 Bedford (predominantly on‑site)
🔐 Security clearance eligibility required
If you’re currently operating as a Senior Programme Manager, Head of PM, or PMO Lead and are looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact I’d be keen to speak.
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