Project Manager

Role Overview

The Technical Project Manager is responsible for delivering engineering projects by managing defined work packages and ensuring successful outcomes across Quality, Cost, and Schedule (QCD). The role operates within a flexible project environment, supporting multiple programmes, legacy projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders, contributing to the full project lifecycle from planning through to delivery and close-out.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Structuring

Develop and maintain project structures (WBS, PBS, OBS, cost and resource plans)

Define work packages with clear scope, ownership, timelines, and budgets

Support creation and maintenance of the Project Development Plan (PDP)

Contribute to cost estimation and project planning framework

2. Project Delivery & Coordination

Manage assigned work packages and support overall project execution

Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet QCD targets

Track actions, risks, and deliverables

Maintain accurate project data and documentation

3. Scheduling, Reporting & Risk Management

Develop and maintain project schedules and milestones

Monitor progress against baseline and manage changes

Track KPIs, risks, and performance metrics

Support risk assessments, mitigation planning, and reporting

Contribute to governance reporting and stakeholder updates

4. Stakeholder Management

Support client and internal stakeholder communication

Participate in project meetings and governance reviews

Collaborate with international and cross-site teams

5. Legacy Project & Close-out Management

Manage project closure activities, documentation, and lessons learned

Handle warranty, concessions, and historical project obligations

Ensure proper archiving and compliance with documentation standards

6. Continuous Improvement

Contribute to process improvements and best practices

Share lessons learned and support project management maturity

7. Compliance & Governance

Ensure adherence to project management frameworks and lifecycle processes

Support governance routines, reporting cycles, and capacity planning

Requirements

Essential

Experience in project management within an engineering environment

Strong understanding of project structures (WBS, planning, cost control)

Experience delivering projects against QCD objectives

Knowledge of risk management and scheduling

Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Desirable

Experience in regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, defence)

Familiarity with enterprise project management tools

Knowledge of stage-gate/project lifecycle methodologies

Professional certification (e.g., PMP, APM)

Experience with Agile methodologies

Key Skills

Strong planning and organisational skills

Effective communication and stakeholder management

Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-project environments

Team collaboration and adaptability