Lead Project Manager

Lead Project Manager
  
Filton, Bristol | 12-Month Contract | £47 PAYE or £63.40 Umbrella | Hybrid (2 days per fortnight on-site)
  
BAE Systems is looking for a Lead Project Professional to support the delivery of strategic AUKUS programme activities within the Submarines business.
  
You'll act as a key interface between BAE Systems, the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA), Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), and wider stakeholders, helping drive project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and future programme development.
  
Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of SPIO workstreams on behalf of the Project Manager.
• Act as the day-to-day BAE Systems representative with Bristol-based stakeholders.
• Support AUKUS programme execution, planning and governance activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with SDA, ASA and internal teams.
• Manage project metrics, risks, issues and reporting.
• Support bid, campaign and business planning activities.
• Mentor and support team members as the function grows.
• Collaborate with the wider UK AUKUS Delivery Team to achieve programme objectives.

  
About You

• Experience delivering projects within complex engineering, defence or government environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of project governance, risk management and reporting.
• Degree qualified or equivalent experience.
• Formal PM qualifications are advantageous.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience desirable.

  
Please note: Monthly travel to Barrow-in-Furness will be required.
  
Interested in contributing to one of the UK's most significant defence programmes? Apply today.