Project Management Specialist

The Boeing Company; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

In collaboration with local suppliers and teammates across the globe, our defence workforce of more than 2,100 people in the United Kingdom work together to solve current and emerging defence and security challenges jointly with the Ministry of Defence.

The UK’s nine P-8A Poseidon aircraft increase protection of the UK’s seas and borders with unmatched anti-submarine, anti-surface, maritime patrol, and search and rescue capabilities. The fleet is housed in the Atlantic Building at RAF Lossiemouth, a £100 million joint investment by Boeing and the Ministry of Defence, where more than 200 Boeing employees provide maintenance, training and support. In addition, 83 UK-based suppliers support the global fleet, helping produce components for P-8s around the world. As part of the global P-8 programme, Boeing Defence (UK) also provides capability to our P-8 International sustainment customers supporting the delivery of their mission.

At BDUK, we prioritise a healthy work-life balance and foster an ethical team culture that emphasizes openness, inclusivity, collaboration, innovation, safety, and first-time quality. Become a part of BDUK and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional support to UK & International Defence customers while nurturing a culture of safety, quality, and innovation.

We are seeking a Project Lead for all UK P-8A International Contracts who will be responsible for the delivery of all on-contract Inter-company Work Transfers (IWT) for UK P-8 International activity. This is a full-time role based at either Bristol or London sites with some UK & International travel. You will be part of a Programme Management Team executing current P-8 International contracts and supporting bid activity on new contracts as well as developing new growth programmes for the Fixed Wing Business within Boeing Defence UK.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and executing the project according to the Project Plan and Programme Baselines in line with the Enterprise Standard Gated Process (ESGP)
• Effective management of Risk, Issue and Opportunities (RIO), including the creation and management of handling plans
• Management of both cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture that drives performance across different geographical locations
• Cost, schedule, resource and budgetary management
• Lead all required governance to drive project performance, facilitate accomplishment of project goals and ensure project coherence and alignment
• Act as the conduit to ensuring BDUK and BGS partnership strategy is executed across all functions
• Responsible for all associated BDUK reporting
• Primary contact for BDUK across all external engagements with BGS, including external suppliers and Customers
• Responsible for the management and delivery of all bid & proposals including IWT and others
• Manage bid and proposals in accordance with the Integrated Bid Acquisition Process (IBAP)
• Lead the cross-functional team in proposal development. This includes but is not limited to: requirements development, developing bid strategy, estimating and managing bid resources and driving gate reviews
• Work with the BGS P-8A International Programme Management team to best integrate proposal activity into the prime proposal.
• Any other projects, as required by the PM

Required Skills, Qualifications or Experience:

• Project Management
• Experience of managing projects, ideally in the Defence or Aviation sector
• Proficient in all MS Office applications
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Degree-level candidate with experience in Defence/Commercial business
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams with international customers, suppliers and partners

We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate some of the following:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage stakeholders of all levels and drive cross-functional teams towards a common goal, regardless of geographical location
• Comfortable in facilitating planning workshops with internal and external stakeholders
• Able to understand how to leverage best practice from the UK programme to drive efficiencies across the international portfolio
• Able to travel internationally to support Customer demands up to 30% of the time
• Act as team lead for junior project managers within the FW Growth and P-8A International Business Unit

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tools and incentives

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 30, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.