Programme Manager reference: 1255452801

Programme Manager Opportunity at Babcock - Shape the Future of Defence in Plymouth

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Programme Manager to join Babcock International at their prestigious Devonport Royal Dockyard site in Plymouth. If you are a driven professional looking to lead complex, high-impact projects that directly contribute to national defence and national security, this permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week) offers a compelling career path.

The offered compensation is £59,110 plus a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the strategic importance and responsibility of this position.

What This Role Entails:

As a Programme Manager at Babcock, you will be at the forefront of critical defence initiatives, specifically focusing on the Royal Navy’s submarine maintenance and infrastructure development. This is not your average project management role; it's a chance to truly make a difference.

• Lead Complex Programmes: Take ownership of high-impact projects, steering them from inception to successful completion.
• Drive Strategic Outcomes: Your work will directly influence the future of defence engineering, offering a unique opportunity to shape strategic direction.
• Develop Integrated Teams: Build and lead cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal project delivery.
• Manage Key Stakeholders: Effectively manage relationships with customers, delivery partners, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth operations.
• Oversee Full Project Lifecycle: Be accountable for performance and results across multiple workstreams, encompassing all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Financial and Resource Management: Lead resource forecasting, financial planning, and subcontractor management.
• Risk and Opportunity Management: Proactively identify and manage risks, assumptions, issues, opportunities, and dependencies.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

This role presents significant advantages for ambitious professionals seeking career growth and meaningful work:

• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to national defence, a sector offering profound purpose and job security.
• Career Development: Babcock is committed to employee growth, offering excellent development opportunities and support for professional qualifications.
• Prestigious Location: Work at the historic and vital Devonport Royal Dockyard, a hub of maritime engineering excellence.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Beyond a competitive salary, enjoy a generous holiday allowance, matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance, access to a Digital GP, employee share schemes, and more.
• Be Kind Day: Benefit from a paid day off for volunteering, supporting your commitment to community and social responsibility.
• Work-Life Balance Considerations: While a full-time role, Babcock is open to discussing flexible working patterns at the interview stage.

Important Considerations for Potential Candidates:

To ensure a successful application, please review the following essential requirements and desirable qualifications:

• Proven Programme Management Experience: Demonstrable experience leading complex programmes, ideally within defence, construction, or similar technically demanding sectors.
• Full Project Lifecycle Understanding: In-depth knowledge of managing projects through all stages.
• Contracting Methodologies: Awareness of contracting frameworks such as NEC or JCT is essential.
• Educational Background: A Degree in Engineering, Construction, or Project Management is required.
• Professional Qualifications: APM Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ) or equivalent is expected. SMSTS and NEC/JCT qualifications are considered a strong advantage.
• Security Clearance: This role requires the successful candidate to be a sole UK national and to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Please be aware that eligibility for roles may be influenced by your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, and residency history.

This Programme Manager role offers a unique blend of challenging work, career progression, and the satisfaction of contributing to a vital national interest. If you possess the required experience and are ready to take on this significant responsibility, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.