Job Detail

Senior Project Manager

• Field: Military/Government
• Deadline: 2026-03-13 03:03
• Bristol

Senior Project Manager

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 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