Job Description

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The Project Manager will be responsible for applying effective management, leadership and problem solving skills to deliver against multiple project activities of varying complexity, which are critical to stabilising and improving the programme performance.

The role will also require involvement and ownership on behalf of the Integrated Project Team (IPT) for business winning, including contract capture, project mobilisation and decision making for the benefit of the JEWCS team.

Based from our Southampton office this role can also offer hybrid working with the occasional travel to other Leonardo UK. And the possibility of occasional travel to our customer sites in the UK, EU and USA.

Key responsibilities to include:

Manage applicable contracts/projects to time, cost, quality and technical compliance.

Work to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction whilst also stabilising and creating plans to improve financial performance against the baseline targets.

Ensure adherence to Leonardo\xe2\x80\x99s Lifecycle Management (LCM), as appropriate and tailored to suit project requirements.

Proactively monitor cost and schedule progress and lead the team effectively through planning, allocation and reporting of work in order to ensure successful delivery of the project and its objectives

Anticipate, mitigate and manage dependencies, risks and synergies in support of improved business performance.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with all functions in order to influence support and deliver project activities.

Ensure the contracts/projects are organised and integrated as efficiently as possible to ensure a firm, understood and mutually agreed set up.

Generate and lead effective communication and accurate reporting on the programme.

Collaborate effectively at all levels within the business as well as with customers.

What we need from you:

what you really must have

Proven experience in successfully delivering manufacturing/support projects and contracts across all phases of the project execution lifecycle, including Business Winning Phase.

Pro-active with a "can do" attitude, striving for continuous improvement with a focus on achieving high performance against objectives

Detailed understanding of Project Reporting and financial controls

Working knowledge of Risk Management and Project Execution tools and techniques

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally

Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise workload and to work autonomously

Flexible and adaptable to change and adversity

It would be nice if you had:

Typically degree qualified or equivalent.

APM PMQ, PRINCE-2 or equivalent certification desirable

Security Clearance

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Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us

Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (\xc2\xa3500 annual allowance)

Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year

Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)

Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)

Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme

Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera

Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member

Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people\xe2\x80\x99s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo\xe2\x80\x99s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location: GB - Southampton

Additional Locations: GB - Basildon

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Hybrid

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