IT Project Manager (Defence)

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Farnborough, Rushmoor, Hampshire, England, GBR
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Mid level
Aerospace • Consulting • Energy • Defense
The Role
Lead small-to-medium IT projects within Defence, managing budgets, schedules, stakeholders and contracts. Produce business cases, control commercial aspects, and deliver programmes from strategic planning through implementation.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are looking for highly skilled and experienced IT Project Managers to help us assist our clients deliver high profile projects across the Defence Sector.

As a member of our growing team, you would be working to help us make a difference with our clients in delivering highly complex projects and programmes.


Requirements

Key deliverables:

  • Managing and developing small to medium projects or work streams as part of larger projects to deliver the required outcomes.
  • Manage the commercial aspects of projects; you will have experience in monthly budgeting/forecasting and managing project budgets.
  • Managing project schedule and controlling the time elements of projects
  • Managing internal and external Stakeholders in a project environment; use stakeholder management methods and techniques to manage risk and dependencies.
  • Project Business Case formulation detailing project’s objectives, costs and benefits demonstrating to stakeholders of its value.
  • Demonstrating knowledge and experience of relevant project management skillsets.
  • Building long-term trusted advisor relationships with our clients.

Desired Experience:

  • Previous experience of working with UK Government organisations would be beneficial, particularly Defence.
  • Experience of project management and/or programme management, adding value at the initial strategic planning phase all the way into implementation and delivery in the context of Defence and /or Infrastructure projects.
  • Previous experience managing NEC contracts would be highly advantageous.
  • Experience of managing contractors, consultants and other advisors on capital delivery projects.

Essential:

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject with relatable experience
  • Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2/APM PMQ/AGILE)

What We Offer:

  • The opportunity to work on mission-critical projects that impact national security.
  • A supportive environment fostering professional growth and development.
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in IT field.

Skills Required

  • Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
  • Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2/APM PMQ/Agile)
  • Experience managing project budgets including monthly budgeting and forecasting
  • Experience managing project schedules and time control
  • Stakeholder management experience in a project environment
  • Experience working with UK Government organisations, particularly Defence
  • Experience managing NEC contracts
  • Experience managing contractors, consultants and advisors on capital delivery projects
  • Project/programme management experience from strategic planning through delivery in Defence or Infrastructure contexts
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The Company
0 Employees
Year Founded: 2023

What We Do

Positiv Cohort is a consultancy specializing in aerospace, defense, energy, and transportation. With over 25 years of experience, the company delivers tailored, innovative solutions to solve complex engineering challenges and drive transformative change. They provide specialist services across engineering, cyber, software, and transformation, supporting critical projects in secure environments for the public sector and other high-stakes industries.

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