About the role

The Senior Project Manager will lead complex engineering and aerospace projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality. They are responsible for establishing project plans, managing stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement across project management processes.

What they look for

Project management Programme management Engineering project management Aerospace industry knowledge Stakeholder management Project planning Scheduling Risk management Governance Multidisciplinary team coordination Supply chain management Performance reporting Continuous improvement Mentoring MS Project Primavera P6

Requirements

Candidates should have significant experience in managing complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects and possess strong planning and scheduling skills. Professional certifications such as APM, PRINCE2, or PMP are considered desirable.

Benefits

Learning & development Career coaching APM qualifications Private medical insurance Ride2work scheme Company events Discounted gym membership Retail discounts

Full description

Senior Project Manager – Engineering & Aerospace

Department: Project Management

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bristol

Description

MIGSO-PCUBED is a global leader in Project, Programme and Portfolio Management consulting. We work with some of the world’s most innovative engineering and technology organisations, helping them deliver complex projects, transform their ways of working and achieve ambitious business outcomes.

As our presence in Bristol continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team and support major engineering and aerospace programmes.

As a Senior Project Manager at MIGSO-PCUBED, you will work alongside leading aerospace and engineering organisations, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of complex projects and programmes.

You will bring structure, leadership and pace to challenging environments, working with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to the required quality.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project professional who enjoys working in technically complex environments and wants to develop their career within a leading project management consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of complex engineering and aerospace projects and work packages.

Establish and maintain robust project plans, schedules, milestones and delivery roadmaps.

Manage project scope, risks, issues, dependencies and change.

Monitor project performance against cost, schedule, quality and delivery objectives.

Lead project governance, reporting and performance reviews.

Provide clear and concise project reporting to senior stakeholders.

Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and business teams.

Facilitate project meetings, workshops and decision-making sessions.

Identify delivery risks and implement effective mitigation and recovery plans.

Support resource planning and capacity management.

Drive continuous improvement across project management processes and ways of working.

Coach and mentor less-experienced project managers and contribute to the wider MIGSO-PCUBED community.

Build strong relationships with clients and become a trusted project management partner.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Significant experience in project or programme management.

Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Strong planning and scheduling skills.

Experience managing risks, issues, dependencies, change and project governance.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Confidence working with senior leaders and technical specialists.

A structured, analytical and commercially aware approach to delivery.

The ability to operate effectively in fast-paced and changing environments.

A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Qualifications such as APM, PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent project management experience are desirable.

Experience with tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Power BI, Excel or other project controls/planning systems would also be advantageous.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Learning & Development: Access to customised programs designed to support your professional growth and skill enhancement.

• Personalised Career Coaching: Receive one-on-one guidance to help you navigate and advance your career path.

• APM Qualifications: Gain industry-recognised project management certifications with full support from our training programs.

• Private Medical Insurance: Enjoy comprehensive coverage that includes optical, dental, and hearing care for you and your family.

• RIDE2WORK Scheme: Save on commuting costs and promote a healthier lifestyle with our cycle-to-work initiative.

• Exciting Company Events: Participate in exclusive events across the UK, fostering team spirit and networking opportunities.

• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to discounted gym memberships.

• Retail Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive offers from a wide range of top retail stores.