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Project Manager

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Airbus

29d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Portsmouth

AI generated summary

  • You must have UK SC Security Clearance eligibility, 3+ years in project delivery within aerospace or defence, PMI and AGILE knowledge, and be able to travel occasionally. Office-based in Portsmouth.
  • You will manage project lifecycles, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule adherence while delivering secure communications infrastructure and services.

Requirements

  • Security Clearance: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance to work on defence related projects
  • Travel Required: Occasional travel within UK
  • Location: Portsmouth (60% of your working week must be office based)
  • Type: Full time
  • You will be an experienced Project manager with a background of delivery in a complex engineering environment
  • You have a good understanding of the PMI (or similar) Project Management body of knowledge, and delivering to this methodology
  • You have an understanding of AGILE project management
  • You have over three years’ experience bidding and delivering projects in communications, aerospace, space or defence industries

Responsibilities

  • Airbus standards adopt the lifecycle guidance recommended by the Project Management Institute (PMI). You will be responsible for Project Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Controlling and Closing of projects delivering complex secure communications infrastructure and services.
  • You will be responsible for managing projects in accordance with the Airbus project life-cycle standards.
  • You will be accountable for the quality, cost and schedule performance of the project.

FAQs

What is the required security clearance for this position?

Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance is required to work on defence-related projects.

What are the travel requirements associated with this role?

Occasional travel within the UK is required.

Where is the job located?

The position is based in Portsmouth, with 60% of your working week expected to be office-based.

What is the working hours for this position?

The position requires a 37-hour week with flexible working around core hours.

Is there an option for additional time off?

Yes, you can earn up to 2 additional days of Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) per month.

What personal development opportunities are offered?

A personalized development plan, access to the Airbus Leadership University, and unlimited access to over 10,000 E-learning courses are provided.

How does Airbus support health and wellbeing?

Airbus offers wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 online GP and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme, and various health insurance discounts.

Are there family and caregiving benefits available?

Yes, Airbus provides life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, as well as caregiving support.

Can you tell me about the work culture and inclusivity?

Airbus promotes an inclusive environment with several Employee Representative Groups focused on diversity and wellbeing.

What experience is required for the Project Manager role?

Applicants should have over three years of experience in project bidding and delivery within communications, aerospace, space, or defence industries.

Is knowledge of project management methodologies essential for this role?

Yes, a good understanding of PMI or a similar project management body of knowledge is necessary, along with familiarity with AGILE project management.

What is the employment type for this position?

The position is permanent.

Does Airbus accommodate flexible working arrangements?

Yes, Airbus supports flexible working and encourages discussion about the flexibility needed during the interview process.

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays