Project Manager - Spirit

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Aerospace Project Manager to join our dynamic team in our Belfast office. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing aerospace projects from conception to completion, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, expertise in Microsoft Project, and a deep understanding of change control processes within the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution:

Develop comprehensive project plans outlining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements.
Execute and manage aerospace projects according to the defined project plans.
Ensure adherence to project milestones and deadlines.
Microsoft Project Expertise:

Utilize Microsoft Project to create, update, and maintain project schedules.
Proficiently use Microsoft Project to track and report on project progress.
Leverage advanced features of Microsoft Project to optimize project management processes.
Change Control Management:

Implement and oversee change control processes to manage modifications to project scope, schedule, and costs.
Evaluate and assess the impact of changes on project objectives and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Ensure that change requests are documented, reviewed, and approved in accordance with project requirements.
Risk Management:

Identify potential risks to project success and develop mitigation strategies.
Monitor and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Implement proactive measures to minimize the impact of risks on project outcomes.
Stakeholder Communication:

Establish and maintain effective communication channels with project stakeholders.
Provide regular updates on project progress, milestones achieved, and potential risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
Resource Management:

Coordinate with resource managers to ensure adequate allocation of personnel and equipment.
Optimize resource utilization to achieve project objectives efficiently.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project.
Expertise in change control processes.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
APM or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
Familiarity with other project management tools.
Innovative problem-solving abilities

Experience

Proven experience as a project manager in the aerospace industry.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management tools.
Demonstrated expertise in change control processes within aerospace projects.
Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
PMP (Project Management Professional) or APM certification is preferred
Proven experience as an Aerospace Project Manager