Senior Project Manager

Erikogkriss; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading military solutions provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Senior Project Manager to lead complex initiatives. Responsibilities include full lifecycle project management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills. The role offers a hybrid work model with a competitive salary, providing an opportunity to drive strategic outcomes in an exciting and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in regulated environments such as defence, aerospace, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of medium to large-scale projects.
• Manage integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Define vision, KPIs, and success criteria aligned with business strategy.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Act as primary liaison for customers and communicate updates.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers.

Skills

Strong decision-making skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Advanced Excel skills

Proficiency with SharePoint

Proficiency with Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Location: Bristol - Hybrid (Mon/Fri WFH, Tue-Thur in office)

Hours: 37.5 per week, flexible (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)

Salary: Competitive

About The Role

Our Client is a leading provider of advanced military vehicle solutions and they are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead complex, high-impact initiatives across commercial and government sectors.

This role offers full lifecycle ownership—from strategy and planning to execution, monitoring, and closeout—while managing cross‑functional teams and ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards.

You will play a pivotal role in driving strategic outcomes, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the continuous improvement of PMO practices. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader with strong technical acumen and proven experience in delivering results in challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of medium to large‑scale projects and programs.
• Oversee complete project lifecycle: scope, requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Define vision, KPIs, and success criteria aligned with business strategy and contractual requirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Act as primary liaison for customers, including senior business leaders and government officials.
• Communicate risks, issues, and performance updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support capture and pursuit efforts for new program opportunities.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers and contribute to PMO maturity.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination).
• Strong decision‑making skills in dynamic, high‑stakes environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with SharePoint and Power BI.
• Experience in regulated environments such as defence, aerospace, or manufacturing.

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more please apply now!!

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan.