Junior Project Manager

We are Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). We make sure the UK military is equipped, supported, and connected, as they protect life at home and overseas. We manage a vast range of complex projects to buy, support and supply vital equipment and services that the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force need, so they can operate safely and effectively.

Our people push for best-in-class every day – because it helps keep our nation safe. So whatever your background, whatever your skill set, if you’re driven to set new standards, find your place with us. Ready to see where your ambition will lead you?

Job description

At Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), we’re excited to be recruiting for Junior Project Managers within the Air Domain.

The role will be to deliver small projects, or elements of larger projects using recognised project management principles, tools and techniques. You will also be responsible for the development of business cases and project management plans, or for providing project support in the development of these documents for larger projects.

You will be provided with diverse project opportunities that are at the forefront of delivering future capabilities and in-service support to current capabilities; for example our modern fighter and transport aircraft and cutting edge technology such as future combat aircraft.

You will be supported to deliver outputs that are critical to UK defence, and will be provided with training to further develop Project Professional skills.

At DE&S we operate a hybrid working environment. It is expected that you will attend the site approximately three days per week. However, this cannot be guaranteed as some roles may require a greater attendance to site. Initially you will be expected to the attend more frequently to familiarise yourself with the specific site, the team and the product you will be working on in more detail.

Locations:

RAF Lossiemouth, Lossiemouth, Moray IV31 6SD

RAF Brize Norton, Carterton, Oxfordshire OX18 3LX

RAF Coningsby, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN4 4TG

RAF Marham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE33 9NP

RAF Waddington, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN5 9NB

Due to the secure nature of positions, some posts will be reserved for sole UK nationals only.

About the role

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop, maintain and control all relevant project documentation from project plans, project schedules, status reports and risk registers to deliver specific project outputs within an established baseline, measuring progress via monthly reporting, explaining variances and taking corrective action.

• Coordinate multi-disciplinary functions in managing an aspect of projects demonstrating ability to lead as future managers.

• Analyse requirements, risks, assumptions, issues, dependencies, and opportunities.

• Build relationships, influence stakeholders, and manage expectations.

• Maintain outputs in ambiguous and uncertain environments.

Person specification

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Previous experience applying project management tools and techniques to contribute to successful project delivery outputs.

• Experience of gathering data, analysing and validating information to influence and inform decisions.

• Experience of engaging with stakeholders.

• Management of risk, assumptions, issues and dependencies to deliver small projects or support development for larger projects.

• Contributing to project improvements or change.

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

• Controlling a Project

• Delivering at pace

• Changing and Improving

Benefits

We're pleased to offer a generous benefits package to support everything from your work-life balance to your bank balance, including:

• 25 days’ holiday a year, plus 1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday

• A market-leading employer pension contribution of around 27 percent, an annual performance-based bonus, and recognition awards

• Flexible and hybrid working wherever possible, to support your work-life balance (though some attendance to the stated site is required)

• Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications, with plenty of opportunities and support for progression

• A huge range of discounts including retail, sports, leisure, restaurants, gifts, days out, holidays, cinema, motoring, insurance, health care, gym memberships, and more

• Up to six days of paid leave a year for volunteering

• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave schemes, offering 100% pay for 26 weeks (after a qualifying period)

• We champion a diverse and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and give their best. We believe that by harnessing the power of different ideas, experiences, and perspectives, we can achieve our ambitions, together. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £32,500.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person