What you''ll be doing:A leading Defence client of ours is currently in the market for a contract Senior Project Manager to join the team. You''ll take the lead in managing a portfolio of high-profile defence projects, delivering them on time, to cost and quality. Working closely with campaign teams, you''ll balance resources and risk, aligning delivery with strategic business priorities and customer expectations. Drive successful delivery of contracts from mobilisation through to completion.Act as the key interface for MOD customers, subcontractors, partners, and internal stakeholders.Own risks and issues across bids and live projects, escalating effectively when needed.Lead bid activity with confidence, ensuring robust planning and forecasting.Deliver accurate reports against KPIs and continuously improve delivery capabilities.Build high-performing project teams and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence. What you''ll bring:We''re after someone who can blend strategic vision with delivery excellence, who can gain senior stakeholder buy-in and make things happen. Essential:Experience delivering framework or product-based projects for the UK Ministry of Defence.Strong understanding of Portfolio Management/ Project management in a complex, multi-team environment.Confident communicator with a natural ability to influence and build trust across all levels.Formal Project Management qualifications (e.g. APM PMQ, PRINCE2, PMI).Hands-on experience with Agile/SAFe ..... full job details .....