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Project Manager

Job Posted: 22 hours ago

Salary: £ 68.75 - 68.75 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Bristol

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title

 Project Manager

Summary

 We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our client’s team in Bristol on a 12‑month contract. This role is perfect for someone with a proven track record in delivering defence projects and who thrives on managing complex responsibilities to time, cost, and quality standards. You’ll have the chance to work on high-profile initiatives and influence project success in a hybrid working environment.

Rate

 £68.75 per hour- IR35

Location and Working Pattern

 Bristol – Hybrid (2–3 days per week in the office)

Client Overview

 Our client is a leading organisation operating within the defence sector, committed to delivering innovative solutions and maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

Responsibilities

Deliver projects in line with organisational policies and governance.
Manage projects to meet agreed time, cost, and quality objectives.
Develop and maintain accurate project plans and documentation.
Monitor, control, and report on project performance progress.
Identify and mitigate risks, assumptions, and dependencies effectively.
Support compliance with statutory, safety, and environmental requirements.
Coordinate engineering, technical, commercial, and financial support as needed.
Foster strong relationships with stakeholders and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Capture lessons learned, drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues where appropriate. 

 Must-have Requirements

Extensive experience delivering defence-related projects.
Proven ability to manage complex projects and stakeholders successfully.
Strong background in delivering projects to time, cost, and quality requirements.
Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
Experience in consultancy or client-facing environments.
Sound understanding of P3M practices and methodologies.
Ability to work independently with strong ownership.
Security clearance eligibility: UK residency for the last five years.
Willingness to obtain necessary security clearance. 

 Nice-to-have Skills

Degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
Professional qualifications such as APM PFQ/PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, Agile, or MSP Practitioner.
Membership of the Association for Project Management (MAPM).
Previous experience within the defence industry, especially Tier 1 or Prime contractors.
Track record of delivering significant defence programmes. 

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