Warton, UK Client-Side Construction Project Manager Job Title: Client-Side Construction Project Manager Location: Warton / Samlesbury Salary: £52,000+ plus Overtime... View job details

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Job Title: Client-Side Construction Project Manager Location: Warton / Samlesbury Salary: £52,000+ plus Overtime and Benefits Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you’ll be doing : As a Client-Side Construction Project Manager , you’ll lead the delivery of construction projects that support our manufacturing, assembly and specialist test operations on behalf of our aircraft manufacturing business. You’ll be responsible for managing project execution from inception through to handover, coordinating consultants, contractors and stakeholders to ensure agreed scope, cost, programme and quality objectives are achieved.Operating as part of a wider capital projects team, you’ll contribute to larger strategic programmes while independently delivering smaller and medium complexity projects. Core duties: Act as client representative, ensuring project outputs align with business objectives , user requirements and strategic priorities Develop and manage project briefs, scope definitions, delivery strategies and success criteria Procure and manage consultants, specialists and contractors as required Develop, monitor and maintain project programmes, ensuring key milestones and deliverables are achieved Manage project budgets, forecasts and change control processes Identify and manage project risks, opportunities and mitigation strategies Coordinate design development activities, ensuring solutions meet operational, technical and regulatory requirements Monitor construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and programme requirements (e.g. CDM Regs, Permits to Work, etc ) Manage project governance approvals and provide regular progress reporting to stakeholders Coordinate commissioning, handover and project close-out activities Skill and Qualifications: Proven experience delivering construction, infrastructure or industrial projects Demonstrable project management experience across multiple stages of the project lifecycle Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Good knowledge of construction delivery methodologies and building systems Experience administering or working within NEC, JCT or equivalent contractual arrangements Understanding of project controls , including programme, risk, cost and change management Experience working with multidisciplinary consultant and contractor teams Strong decision -making and problem-solving capability Competence in project management methodologies and tools (e.g. MSP, Primavera, APM framework, RIBA Plan of Works) Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline Professional membership or working towards membership of APM, CIOB, RICS or equivalent The Investment Projects Team: The Investment Projects team delivers dedicated construction project management for our aircraft manufacturing business, overseeing the procurement and build of specialist facilities for new aircraft production.You will join at an early stage, supporting master planning and evolving requirements that drive demand for new buildings. As a Building Lead , you’ll take responsibility for delivering your own construction projects, working collaboratively with a small, high-performing team and a network of subject matter experts. You’ll coordinate project activities from initiation through to handover, ensuring delivery objectives are achieved safely, efficiently and to the required standards. Supported by a growing professional services network, this is an opportunity to contribute to a once-in-a-generation programme, delivering a long-term portfolio of major, innovative construction projects that will shape the future of the industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th November 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . 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