Senior Engineering Project Manager

Senior Engineering Project Manager

You will take ownership of high-priority projects that drive the design and development of intricate electronic subsystems from early concept through to full production. This role provides a clear professional development path towards Delivery Lead and Sector Lead, allowing you to manage expanding project portfolios and lead larger project management teams. You will enjoy an autonomous working environment supported by dedicated project controllers and have the opportunity to mentor junior coordinators across your portfolio.

Key responsibilities
 

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of highly complex and priority defence manufacturing projects to time, cost and quality standards
• Drive the engineering design and development phases of advanced electronic subsystems into full manufacturing production
• Formulate and execute delivery strategies as a senior member of the project management team
• Mentor and guide engineering project coordinators to build capability across the project portfolio
• Collaborate closely with project controllers utilising P6 scheduling tools to maintain program momentum

Essential requirements
 

• British nationality and eligibility to achieve UK Security Clearance
• Extensive background in the engineering development of electronics units
• Practical experience leading significant programmes on time and to budget
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management lifecycle methodology from inception to close
• Proven capability in managing risk, stakeholders, compliance and configuration

Skills and background
 

• Strong understanding of project management best practice including earned value management
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Highly organised approach with a meticulous eye for detail in complex engineering environments
• Background in steering engineering teams through diverse project lifecycles
• Passion for delivering high-quality engineering outcomes in structured environments

Salary and rewards
 

• Base salary up to £65,000 DOE

Benefits

The employer supports you through practical benefits including:
 

• Performance-related company bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Secure pension scheme with total contributions reaching up to 14%
• Modern on-site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking

Location and setup

This position is based in Hertfordshire and operates on a hybrid working pattern, offering the flexibility to balance remote work with on-site collaboration two to three days a week.

Due to the nature of work at our client’s site, these vacancies are only open to British Citizens who hold SC clearance or can obtain it.

This is a permanent role.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high-technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then.