Project Engineer/Manager

Outsource UK are currently working with a leading defence company who are seeking a Project Engineer/Manager for a 12 month contract based in Pontypool. The Role Being responsible for the management and execution of the projects/work packages/tasks the Project Professional will be measured by the successful completion of milestones to cost and quality targets by working with both Engineering and Operations to scope and then monitor the progress of projects/work packages/ tasks and where required lead problem solving activities to allow swift resolution of issues, or escalation to the Portfolio Manager for further support. Key Accountabilities/Deliverables for the Project Engineer: Delivery of defined work packages / tasks to cost/schedule/quality targets Monitor and report project/programme performance for schedule, technical, financial and quality objectives. Leading problem solving sessions to pro-actively overcome project issues Establish & maintain customer/supplier relationships maintaining regular communications & managing expectations. Take responsibility for achieving customer satisfaction. Proactively manage risks and opportunities to the benefit of the work packages / tasks. Ensure that work packages / tasks adhere to the Operational Framework and LCM Mandates Support the creation of proposals for follow on tasks / work packages Essentials: The role can be based at Glascoed or Washington but the successful candidate maybe required to travel and spend time at other locations, as necessitated by the role. Degree-level qualification or comparable experience, with Project Management experience, ideally from a comparable industry (Defence). Formal training in Project Management, with knowledge of scheduling and risk software tools (e.g. MS Project & Predict), as well as experience of SAP are preferred. Experience of working in a safety-critical manufacturing environment an advantage Willingness to undertake occasional travel to other sites, UK and overseas. If you would like to be considered for this position please click 'Apply' and Outsource UK will be in touch. Please visit our website www.outsource-uk.co.uk This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89945150