Introduction



Our client are a large consultancy working on a variety of Defence and national infrastructure projects.



You'll be delivering high-profile, complex programmes across the UK Defence sector, so a background in defence infrastructure and strong commercial awareness are essential. You must also have really good knowledge working on NEC projects.



A consultancy background or working with different stakeholders is advantageous for this role, so apply now!




Working Patterns and location - Hybrid - 2-3 days on site per week




Key responsibilities



• Lead project teams and workstreams, driving performance and delivering results through others.



• Manage monthly budgeting, forecasting and overall project finances with strong commercial rigour.



• Shape and develop Project Business Cases, defining objectives, costs and benefits for stakeholders.



• Apply proven project management methodologies to ensure successful end-to-end delivery.



• Build and maintain trusted long-term relationships with clients, acting as a strategic advisor.



• Manage contractors, consultants and advisors across complex infrastructure programmes.



• Bring sector knowledge across defence infrastructure to inform planning and delivery decisions.



• Engage and influence senior stakeholders, communicating progress, risks and recommendations clearly.




Skills & experience



• Proven project management experience delivering complex infrastructure or defence programmes.



• Strong commercial awareness including budget management, forecasting and financial control.



• Experience developing and articulating Project Business Cases for senior stakeholders.



• Ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver results.



• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior level.



• Degree-level education in a relevant subject plus a recognised PM qualification such as PRINCE2, APM PMQ or Agile.



• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to challenge and drive progress.



• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.




The client would also like to see some of the below, but this is not essential:



• Experience working with UK Government or MOD organisations on defence infrastructure projects.



• Knowledge of procurement processes and experience managing NEC contracts.



• Member of the Association for Project Management (MAPM).



• Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner (MSP) or APMP qualification.



• Experience spanning the full project lifecycle from early strategic planning through to construction and delivery.



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Additional benefits



• Private Medical Insurance.



• Permanent Health Insurance.



• Life Assurance



• Personal Accident Cover.



• 25 days holiday (+ x8 public holidays).




Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.




Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.




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