Senior Project Managers - Aerospace Engineering

Our client, operating in the aerospace industry, is currently seeking experienced Senior Project Managers to join their team on a contract basis. Location: Buckinghamshire (hybrid model can be explored once settled) Contract: Initial 6 months, potential extension likely Rate: DOE - Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities: Structure and lead projects, ensuring alignment with performance, cost, quality, and schedule objectives Drive project development plans and ensure product performance objectives are met Maintain accountability for development schedule adherence and cost targets Coordinate and manage cross-functional Integrated Programme Teams (IPTs) across multiple sites Lead risk and opportunity management processes, ensuring the project's risk register is maintained Serve as the primary interface with customers and stakeholders, ensuring consistent communication Develop and maintain project schedules and ensure compliance with project management standards Champion continuous improvement in project management practices, sharing lessons learned and best practices Job Requirements: Experience leading complex engineering development programmes in aerospace or regulated environments Proficiency in formal project management methodologies such as APM, PMI, or equivalent Understanding of PLM frameworks or equivalent stage-gate development processes Strong experience in managing programme performance against cost, schedule, and quality targets Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional, cross-site teams Knowledge of risk and opportunity management, change control, and project governance frameworks Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or closely related technical disciplines Desirable Skills: Experience within the Group or equivalent large aerospace supplier Familiarity with enterprise PM/ERP systems such as Planisware OSMOZ Knowledge of APQP and aerospace quality standards (AS9100) Proficiency in French for cross-site coordination Experience with Agile project management methodology Skills & Behaviours: Strong delivery accountability and technical credibility Effective stakeholder leadership and communication skills Ability to think structurally and bring clarity to complex programmes Experienced in proactive risk management and maintaining integrity Collaborative and thrives in a multi-cultural, multi-site environment If you are a technically credible Senior Project Manager seeking the opportunity to lead challenging aerospace projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and ambitious team