Project Manager - Engineering / UK Defence

Project Manager - Engineering / UK Defence Permanent, salary: up to £60,000 depending on experience Based on site in Bedford 40 hours a week (Mon - Fri, 08.00-16.30 or 08.30-17.00) Benefits & Rewards package: Generous holiday allowance, Contributory pension scheme, Life Cover, healthcare cashback plans, company recognition awards, employee assistance support services, access to a wide range of discounts & offers via Perkz reward scheme We’re looking for an Engineering Project Manager to join the ‘UK Defence’ team of a leading Automotive Test facility. The successful Project Manager will join a Company offering customisable vehicle validation and testing solutions for Military Vehicles for the UK MoD and OE manufacturers. Whilst most of the time will be onsite in Bedford, you’ll also travel within the UK and internationally to visit stakeholders and support testing - so make sure your passport is to hand! Due to the sensitive nature of this Defence work, security clearance is required; you’ll need to be a UK Passport holder, resident in the UK for the last 5 years and have a Full UK driving license. What would the Project Manager do? Support the Programmes Manager in managing a variety of projects, from smaller-scale, short-term projects to multi-year, high stakeholder engagement programmes Lead, manage and develop project teams or work streams Use MS Project to schedule and track progress, monitor KPI’s, highlight delays etc Monthly budgeting/forecasting and managing project budgets Risk management, using a standard Risk Management Matrix Manage contract deliverables, variations, and amendments Chair of meetings, minute taking and report writing Manage/support bid preparation Build long-term trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders Travel as required within the UK and mainland Europe What skills and experience will the Project Manager need? Engineering Project/Programme management experience; add value at the initial strategic planning phase all the way into implementation, construction, and delivery Ability to manage multiple projects for multiple customers simultaneously Good Level of understanding of the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint) Technical minute taking Strong understanding of Quality Control management processes Good understanding of Safety & Environmental management processes Familiarity of working in an ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 environment Experienced in managing contractors/consultants/other advisors on infrastructure projects Recognised project management qualification/certification (PRINCE 2, APM, etc.) - desirable Experience of working with UK Government organisations, particularly defence - desirable For further information on this excellent opportunity, please call Gayle on (phone number removed) This advert represents a summary of the full role description. To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted