Job summary

This is a 24 month contract role, integral to supporting the project management lifecycle in a setting dedicated to the success of defence initiatives performing intermediate project reporting and scheduling with precision.

Key skills required for this role

APM, Project Scheduling and Reporting, Excel

Important

You must be based in the UK and have a British Passport

Job description

Our client, a prominent organisation in the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planning, Monitoring & Control Professional - to join their team within the Maritime and broader defence disciplines. This is a contract role, integral to supporting the project management lifecycle in a setting dedicated to the success of defence initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform intermediate project reporting and scheduling with precision.
• Engage in intermediate problem-solving based on accumulated experience.
• Utilise extensive knowledge of business processes and procedures for effective planning and execution.
• Execute administrative tasks and general office duties, including spreadsheet management and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Participate actively in on-the-job training opportunities.
• Lead Planning, Monitoring & Control (PM&C) processes on small, non-complex projects or specific work packages of larger projects.
• Manage full lifecycle PM&C processes to ensure customer/user needs are met while achieving financial and other benefits over time.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks to project success, applying appropriate PM&C methodologies whether predictive (plan-driven) or adaptive (iterative/agile).
• Agree on PM&C approaches with stakeholders, prepare realistic plans, and track activities against project schedules, ensuring stakeholder involvement as necessary.
• Consolidate expertise from various sources, including third-party experts, to provide coherent advice and support organisational objectives.
• Support and promote the development and sharing of specialist knowledge within the organisation.

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience in scheduling and planning
• Proficiency in project management and control methodologies.
• Excellent administrative and general office skills, particularly with spreadsheets and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lead PM&C processes and manage project lifecycles effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage risks within projects.
• University degree or substantial practical experience in a related field.
• PM Qualification, such as the APM Project Management Qualification.
• SC Clearance is required for this role.

Additional Information:

• 37 hours over 5 days per week
• 2-year contract
• Full-time on site with flexibility when necessary
• Working within a small, close-knit team

If you possess strong scheduling and planning skills and are keen to play a pivotal role in supporting significant defence projects, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the Defence and Security sector.