Our client, a world-leading manufacturer of aerospace electrical systems, specialising in generators, power distribution equipment, and electrical motors for civil and military aircraft, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical in delivering complex engineering programmes across the full product development lifecycle for a renowned aerospace and defence group.
Location: Buckinghamshire (hybrid model can be explored once settled)
Contract: Initial 6 months, potential extension likely
Rate: DOE - Inside IR35
Key Responsibilities:
Developing and maintaining the full project breakdown structure, including Product, Work, Organisation, Resource, and Cost Breakdown Structures.
Ensuring each Work Package is thoroughly described and linked to deliverables with a single identified owner.
Supporting the Senior Project Manager in the day-to-day delivery of assigned projects, managing risks and tracking actions.
Coordinating project team activities to meet Quality, Cost, and Schedule (QCD) objectives.
Maintaining project schedules, risk registers, and action tracking using project management tools like Planisware OSMOZ.
Preparing project status reports and governance packs for senior stakeholders.
Supporting customer relationships, planning coordination, and technical exchanges under the direction of the Senior Project Manager.
Contributing to continuous improvement of project management practices within the organisation.
Job Requirements:
Experience in project management within an engineering environment, with a proven track record of meeting QCD objectives.
Practical knowledge of project structuration frameworks, including PBS, WBS, OBS, RBS, and CBS.
Ability to develop and maintain a Project Development Plan (PDP) covering development approach, team organisation, and meeting rituals.
Knowledge of cost estimation methodologies (NRC/RC) and risk and opportunity management practices.
Experience leading cross-functional project teams in a matrix organisation.
Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools consistent with a stage-gate development lifecycle.
Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Desirable Experience:
Experience in aerospace and/or defence project management.
Familiarity with Planisware OSMOZ or similar enterprise PM/ERP systems.
Knowledge of APQP and aerospace quality standards such as AS9100.
Professional project management qualifications like APM PMQ or PMP.
Experience with Agile project management methodologies.
French language skills beneficial for cross-site coordination.
If you are a skilled Technical Project Manager with a passion for aerospace engineering and a track record of successful project delivery, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and take your career to new heights
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