Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Sheffield or Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: £57,200.00 + depending on skills and experience

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

Essential:

• Solid foundation in technical project management skills with extensive knowledge of project management
• Professional Project Management qualification or demonstrable experience gained through application of Project Management
• Awareness of commercial practices within a project environment
• Proven ability in effectively engaging and influencing a wide range of stakeholders
• Confident managing and motivating a team with previous demonstrated leadership experience

Desirable:

• Awareness of Life Cycle Management

THE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TEAM

As part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems (UK) designs, develops, manufactures and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capability to the wider BAE Systems business. Our global reach brings our customers a depth and breadth of expertise that meet critical needs in the air, on land, and at sea. Our mission strives for us to be our customer’s trusted and affordable weapons provider, delivering enhanced effects on target and complete mission solutions. We are looking for innovation, commitment and drive to help define the future of Weapon Systems capabilities.
As a Research and Development Project Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, working closely with senior leadership and gaining invaluable insight into the broader business strategy. This role places you in a pivotal position, directly influencing the direction of our flagship R&D programme and playing a key role in shaping the company’s future.
You’ll be responsible for turning high-level strategic goals into actionable, results-driven plans, ensuring that innovation and forward-thinking remain at the heart of everything we do.
This is your opportunity to truly make a difference. With the autonomy to drive decisions and oversee their execution, you’ll have the accountability to shape outcomes and leave a tangible mark on the business. It’s a chance to lead meaningful change, accelerate progress, and have a visible impact on our success.

• Leading and overseeing Research and Development projects from initial concept to final delivery, ensuring alignment with objectives, budgets, and timelines
• Offering leadership and guidance, utilising Project Management best practices to support and nurture a small team
• Driving project progress as a key member of the Project Management team, ensuring successful outcomes
• Supervising implementation activities, tracking progress, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance
• Supporting team development by reviewing work quality and offering mentoring and coaching
• Managing project budgets and resources to ensure the successful delivery of both team and project objectives