Defence Sector Manager
3 weeks ago
As a Defence Senior Project Manager at Turner & Townsend Group, you'll be part of a dynamic team that delivers ambitious and highly technical projects globally. With over 130 countries as our playground, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that make a real difference.
About the RoleWe're looking for a seasoned Project Manager with a military/defence background who thrives on working on dynamic projects. The Defence sector is one of our fastest-growing regions due to client demand, and we're keen to speak to candidates who can lead our growth.
- Influencing and supporting client project delivery through strategic planning, monitoring, and controlling.
- Working closely with the project team to define and interrogate the scope of work.
- Championing the appropriate programme and project delivery strategies to achieve a successful business outcome.
- Defining programmes and projects to ensure alignment with client business needs and context.
- Fostering positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Developing and updating detailed schedules, cost information, and identifying variances from the original plan.
- Ensuring appropriate services are delivered through technical, engineering, project controls, commercial, and financial support functions.
- Preparing Business Cases and obtaining approvals.
- Conducting Gateway reviews.
- Maintaining timely and effective change management processes and procedures.
- Preparing regular and clear status reports, dashboards, and the like.
- Preparing and managing project plans.
- Monitoring and advising on the status of project KPIs.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A degree-level qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject.
- A full UK driving licence.
Ideal qualifications include:
- Membership of the Association for Project Management (MAPM).
- Security clearance.
- Certified Project Management Associate.
We're an equal opportunities employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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