Project Manager

Project Manager - 48 week FTC
SF38973
Location: Bristol or Portsmouth

Make a real impact, immediately
We are looking to recruit an ambitious and energetic Project Manager (PM) to join the Marine Systems Support Partner (MSSP) team to manage the delivery of one of the 4 Lots that make up the MSSP contract.

You will be joining a strong and established contract team, providing critical in-service support to the Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers and the Type 45 Destroyers.

The scope of the MSSP contract covers the provision of equipment spares and repairs together with technical support and advice including defect rectification, design change and integrated logistics support activities. Split across Bristol and Portsmouth locations, the team is Babcock led and closely supported by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) from across the naval industry.

The difference the Project Manager will make
Through working with both internal and external stakeholders to provide a more strategic focus to this programme, there is a huge opportunity to make a big difference to how this service is delivered, which in turn will have a direct impact on the availability and performance of key Royal Navy assets.

Who we're looking for
You will be keen to develop your skills and interests in project management and will be confident in collaborating and communicating with different stakeholders across a broad sector. You will co-ordinate support from the waterfront team, engineering, commercial, finance, and supply chain to deliver support solutions across 2 critical Navy platforms.

Experience
You should have a track record of developing strong relationships with stakeholders. We are looking for someone who is experienced in project management and knowledge of project management methodologies and working practices and experienced and knowledgeable in the use of project tools and techniques including Microsoft Project (MS), ERP Systems and financial and resource planning tools.

Skills and attributes
You should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with knowledge of project management methodologies and working practices, strong organisational skills and an eye for detail and accuracy of data. You should be proactive, dedicated and have an inquisitive work ethic.

Qualifications
Ideally you will have APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) [formerly known as APMP] and will be a Member of the APM.

In return for your skill and passion, you'll get:
* Flexible working
* Autonomy to perform the role.
* The opportunity to make a real impact, partnering on an ambitious culture transformation programme within Babcock's' fastest growing business unit.

As well as:
* Holiday entitlement: 25 days, plus bank holidays;
* Pension scheme with employee pension contributions matched up to 8% of salary, with life assurance;
* Employee Share Plan;
* Free, independent employee assistance programme, offering confidential information, support and counselling, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year;
* Professional memberships, personal development training and opportunities;
* If you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitments.

Where it all fits in:
Defence Systems Technology (DST) forms a critical, and growing part of Babcock's Marine organisation. Our dynamic and motivated leadership team is committed to an exciting transformation agenda that will help DST to innovate, modernise and create a more people-focussed business that can support our customers' mission. Working across a range of exciting design, manufacture and support projects, DST employs approximately 1,500 people across the UK and overseas with the largest sites based in Bristol, Plymouth, Portsmouth and Ashchurch.

Other need to knows:
* Location: Bristol
* The successful candidate must be able to achieve the appropriate security clearance level for this role.
* We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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