Project Manager


Company 

Sanderson

Location 

Surrey

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

Job Requirements/Description

Job Title: Project Manager - Defence SectorLocation: Surrey Security Clearance: SC / DV requiredJob Type: Full-Time / Contract / Permanent

Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Project Manager to lead and deliver complex defence projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and budget. You'll work closely with military clients, contractors, and internal teams to manage high-impact programmes in a secure, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage end-to-end project delivery in line with defence standards and requirements.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and resources across multiple workstreams.

  • Maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, and risk registers.

  • Ensure compliance with MOD/defence regulations and contractual obligations.

  • Engage with stakeholders to provide updates, resolve issues, and manage expectations.

Requirements:
  • Proven experience in defence, aerospace, or secure government projects.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Familiar with PRINCE2, APM, or PMP methodologies.

  • Eligible for e.g. SC/DV security clearance.

Desirable:
  • Background in engineering, systems, or defence logistics.

  • Knowledge of Agile, EVM, or ISO 15288 standards.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Company 

Sanderson

Location 

Surrey

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

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