Project Management Specialist

Project Management Specialist

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

In collaboration with local suppliers and teammates across the globe, our defence workforce of more than 2,100 people in the United Kingdom work together to solve current and emerging defence and security challenges jointly with the Ministry of Defence.

The UK’s nine P-8A Poseidon aircraft increase protection of the UK’s seas and borders with unmatched anti-submarine, anti-surface, maritime patrol, and search and rescue capabilities. The fleet is housed in the Atlantic Building at RAF Lossiemouth, a £100 million joint investment by Boeing and the Ministry of Defence, where more than 200 Boeing employees provide maintenance, training and support. In addition, 83 UK-based suppliers support the global fleet, helping produce components for P-8s around the world. As part of the global P-8 programme, Boeing Defence (UK) also provides capability to our P-8 International sustainment customers supporting the delivery of their mission.

At BDUK, we prioritise a healthy work-life balance and foster an ethical team culture that emphasizes openness, inclusivity, collaboration, innovation, safety, and first-time quality. Become a part of BDUK and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional support to UK & International  Defence customers while nurturing a culture of safety, quality, and innovation.

We are seeking a Project Lead for all UK P-8A International Contracts who will be responsible for the delivery of all on-contract Inter-company Work Transfer’s (IWT) for UK P8 International activity. This is a full-time role based at either Bristol or London sites with some UK & International travel. You will be part of a Programme Management Team executing current P-8 International contracts and supporting bid activity on new contracts as well as developing new growth programmes for the Fixed Wing Business within Boeing Defence UK.   

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and executing the project according to the Project Plan and Programme Baselines in line with the Enterprise Standard Gated Process (ESGP)
• Effective management of Risk, Issue and Opportunities (RIO), including the creation and management of handling plans
• Management of both cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture that drives performance across different geographical locations
• Cost, schedule, resource and budgetary management
• Lead all required governance to drive project performance, facilitate accomplishment of project goals and ensure project coherence and alignment
• Act as the conduit to ensuring BDUK and BGS partnership strategy is executed across all functions
• Responsible for all associated BDUK reporting
• Primary contact for BDUK across all external engagements with BGS, including external suppliers and Customers
• Responsible for the management and delivery of all bid & proposals inc IWT and others:
• Manage bid and proposals in accordance with the Integrated Bid Acquisition Process (IBAP)
• Lead the cross-functional team in proposal development. This includes but is not limited to: requirements development, developing bid strategy, estimating and managing bid resources and driving gate reviews
• Work with the BGS P-8A International Programme Management team to best integrate proposal activity into the prime proposal.
• Any other projects, as required by the PM

Required Skills, Qualifications or Experience

• Project Management
• Experience of managing projects, ideally in the Defence or Aviation sector.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications.  
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Degree-level candidate with experience in Defence/Commercial business.
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams with international customers, suppliers and partners.

We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate some of the following:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage stakeholders of all levels and drive cross-functional teams towards a common goal, regardless of geographical location
• Comfortable in facilitating planning workshops with internal and external stakeholders
• Able to understand how to leverage best practice from the UK programme to drive efficiencies cross the international portfolio
• Able to travel internationally to support Customer demands up to 30% of the time
• Act as team lead for junior project managers within the FW Growth and P-8A International Business Unit

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

Inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

6x annual salary life insurance

Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)