Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Project Manager

Location:

Malvern, England, United Kingdom

Role Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Package:

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID:

SF18630



Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we're not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Project Manager at our Malvern site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.



The Role

As a Senior Project Manager you will be leading on strategically important projects that make a tangible difference to the UKs National Security. You will be familiar with or eager to work within, the cyber domain; and you will be comfortable bridging the gap between customer and QinetiQ offices.



Day-to-day, you will bring effective management and delivery of the projects to agreed baselines, developing and growing customer relationships, securing associated follow-on sales, supporting major bids and successfully contributing to the overall strategy and business targets.

Your responsibilities will include:

Development and maintenance of positive engagement with project customers, partners and suppliers

Successful delivery of the Project outcomes

Maintenance of forecasts, both financial and resource demand signals

Application of governance requirements (including lifecycle, project and independent reviews as appropriate) for foundation sales and delivery work

Reporting progress on all accountabilities to the Business

Essential experience of the Senior Project Manager :

Previous experience working with National Security customers

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, PMs and subcontractors simultaneously with sound communication skills

Requires proven track record in delivering complex technical projects, dealing with demanding timescales, uncertainty and risk

Experience of managing internal teams and external partnerships in order to meet contractual requirements

Essential qualifications for the Senior Project Manager:

Demonstrable capability to APM PMQ or equivalent

Applicants should hold DV



We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.



This role is 37 hours per week; with your time being split between our Malvern site and customer sites.



Malvern



The Malvern facility is noted for its work in electronic warfare, surveillance and complex system integration, contributing significantly to the UK's defence capabilities. Developing technologies for military and civilian applications, including sensors, communications and cyber security.



Why Join QinetiQ?



As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.



As a QinetiQ employee, you'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture . www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq



Our Benefits



Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance

Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days

Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal:

Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.



Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.



Please note that all applicants for this role must hold DV Clearance.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution:

guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)