Nova Talent are delighted to be working alongside our client, a world leading provider of Communication Solutions within the Aviation & Defence sectors. Together we are recruiting a Project Manager to work across both the Bid and Programme Teams, based at the UK Head Office in Cambridgeshire/Lincolnshire
The successful candidate will be accountable for the overall delivery of programmes in line with the technical, budgetary and schedule requirements.
A bit about what you will be doing:
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Creation of Storyboard aligning with the overall Bid Strategy.
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Review and extraction of requirements from ITT/RFQ/RFP to support bid process.
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Produce schedules for the proposed programmes in conjunction with the team and gain buy-in to that schedule from other functions.
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Gather internal and external costs, minimising costs whilst ensuring delivery.
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Ensure the successful delivery of programmes to technical specification/requirements, budgets and schedule.
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To provide consistency in the programme performance, revenue and cash milestone delivery.
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Review contractual documentation, dealing with any anomalies and issues.
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Create and maintain a Programme Management Plan.
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Monitor progress scheduled with internal stakeholders and initiate any corrective action and schedule amendments as required.
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Agree the schedule with the Project Team and gain ‘buy-in’ with the Team and Customer.
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Provide regular verbal and written reports to the Programme Delivery Manager and Executive to highlight any potential areas of concern as early as possible.
What we are looking for:
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Be an expert in the use of MS Project to manage cost and schedule adherence is essential.
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Prince2 Qualification or other recognised qualification.
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Proven experience in program management or a related role.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Exceptional organisational and time management abilities.
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Experience of using various project controls / tools / metrics is essential.
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Experience of software or electronic hardware development.
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Project Management experience and relevant qualification is desirable.
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Experience working with all levels of engineering and technical staff.
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Demonstrable experience in Management of advanced electronic systems or equipment design projects with significant customer interfacing & interaction.
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Sound understanding of contractual T&C’s.
What’s in it for you?
Very Competitive Salary
Working Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week
Hybrid Working (Fri WFH after induction period)
Flexi Time
25 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Private Medical Insurance
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Work for a company with Platinum Accreditation of Investors in People
Supportive company that encourages development of its employees
Team Days