Construction Project Manager at BAE Systems

Warton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

42850.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, RIBA Plan of Work, Quality Procedures, Work Package Coordination, Customer Requirements Interpretation, Design Preparation Support, Specification Reviews, Financial Business Cases, Multi-discipline Consulting, Contractor Coordination, CDM Compliance, Supplier Relationship Management, Financial Control, Construction Plant Installation, Engineering Drawing Interpretation

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Construction Project Manager Location: Warton/Samlesbury, Onsite We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: £42,850+ (DOE) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you’ll be doing: You’ll support senior project managers across every project phase, working to the RIBA Plan of Work and ensuring activity aligns with company and departmental quality procedures. You’ll coordinate small work packages or smaller independent projects, engaging with internal teams and external customers to keep delivery moving smoothly. You’ll help interpret multi-faceted customer requirements, support design preparation, contribute to planning and specification reviews, and assist in building financial business cases. You’ll work with multi‑discipline consultant teams, coordinate safe on‑site contractor activity, ensure compliance with CDM and wider regulations, maintain supplier relationships and provide financial control for the work packages you oversee. Core duties: You will have an Apprenticeship, HNC/D or Degree in Construction or Building Services, or equivalent built‑environment experience You’re familiar with construction or manufacturing plant and equipment installations across varied project environments You understand how to work with contractors safely and in full alignment with CDM requirements You’re able to interpret engineering drawings, technical information and project specifications accurately whilst being comfortable collaborating with multi‑discipline teams and supporting clear, consistent project communication You bring experience contributing to design, planning or construction activities within multi-faceted project settings You’re comfortable collaborating with multi‑discipline teams and supporting clear, consistent project communication. The Investment Projects Team: The Investment Projects Team delivers facility upgrades, new buildings, infrastructure improvements and plant installations across BAE Systems sites. Working as a client‑side project team, they shape and coordinate wide‑ranging construction activity, offering varied experience across large industrial environments and opportunities to work on impactful, complex projects. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-ED1 #LI-Onsite

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting senior project managers across all project phases, aligning activities with quality procedures, and coordinating smaller work packages or independent projects. Responsibilities include engaging with internal teams and external customers to ensure smooth delivery while maintaining financial control over overseen work packages.