Interim Project Director - Defence

Overview

Innova Search are proudly representing a UK engineering specialist who supply bespoke engineered products and solutions to some of the largest defence and manufacturing companies globally. The company have been operating for over 80 years and has over 1000 colleagues worldwide. Over the past 30 years, the business has tendered and successfully won large-scale, multi-year manufacturing contracts across the defence sector, and the company is going through sustained growth.This role provides an excellent career opportunity to help drive organic growth further by overseeing major defence programmes.Purpose of the Role

To oversee the programme for major defence customers, managing quality, cost, delivery, risk and opportunities. Act as the primary contact to the major contractor for all project-related matters. This will be an all-encompassing role with direct responsibility for the Defence and Operational Team. You will heavily interact with the rest of the internal organisation, utilising support across various teams (Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance).Responsibilities

Successfully deliver the programme within quality, cost and delivery requirementsTo have full responsibility over the PandL for the Defence projectsManage risk and opportunities within the projectAct as a direct liaison to the major defence contractor (customer)Demonstrate a clear leadership style and lead a team of varying skill sets and capabilitiesCoordinate and lead programme updates and communicationsInteract and influence stakeholders within the wider team to offer support for the ProgrammeImplement best in class visual management and project reportingTo work collaboratively within a matrix style organisation ensuring cohesion and support across the businessJob Requirements

A proven Programme Director with experience of leading complicated engineered projects within a matrix management environmentAbility to successfully implement and sustain change managementResilient and able motivate team through challenging new product introductionExperienced in senior level customer communications and stakeholder managementAbility to operate at a high level whilst also being able to deep dive into detailThe ability to develop and implement business plans and resource strategiesBudgetary ownership experienceCompetencies/Behaviours

Excellent Leadership skills and a genuine proven track record in Change Management ProgramsProven techniques evidencing a truly inspirational approach in the management of peopleDemonstrated career development in leadership, as well as experience of leading large teams to achieve incredible resultsAdditional Information

Due to the nature of the projects undertaken within the company, you must obtain UK Security Clearance upon offer acceptanceSite based (Monday - Thursday), WFH FridayAssignment Duration: 4-6 monthsIf you feel you meet the requirements for this role, please click ''apply'' ..... full job details .....