Project Manager (Defence) - Contract

Romsey, Woking or Gloucester (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)
£695 per day (Inside IR35)
6-month contract
Active SC Clearance required

Overview
Join a high-impact Defence programme delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges. This role provides project management resilience across multiple projects, supporting delivery from concept through to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage resources effectively
• Oversee budgets, costs, and financial performance
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues
• Monitor progress and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality targets
• Manage stakeholder communication and expectations
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting
• Ensure quality standards and successful project closure

Key Requirements

• Active UK SC clearance (essential)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proven experience delivering hardware/software projects up to £5m
• Background in Defence/MOD environments
• Experience across full project lifecycle, including bids/pre-sales
• Strong commercial and financial awareness
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments
• Experience with risk and opportunity management
• Knowledge of subcontractor and supplier management (including international)
• Relevant qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) preferred

Desirable

• Experience in rapid prototyping/UOR environments
• Bid training or certifications

Ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in complex, mission-driven environments and can deliver at pace.

If this Project Manager role is of interest, apply now!