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Senior Project Manager - Defence Construction Consultancy

AECOMBristol
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Are You Ready to Challenge the Limits?We are looking for:A degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related field. A professional qualification such as MAPM, MRICS, MCIOB, or an equivalent, with demonstrated CPD and leadership in the profession. A solid understanding of MOD governance processes, including Approvals, RIBA, Business Case, and Security Accreditation. A Project Management qualification (e.g., APMQ, PRINCE2). Experience working on projects under Government, MOD, or DIO frameworks. Eligible for or currently holding UK Security Clearance.

About the job

Start Your Journey Here. Advance Your Career Here.

Are you an accomplished Senior Project Manager with a proven track record in delivering intricate Defence construction and infrastructure projects? AECOM’s Defence team is expanding, and we are on the hunt for exceptional talent to contribute to some of the UK's most vital and distinguished programs supporting our Armed Forces both domestically and internationally.

Our endeavors encompass the entire Defence estate, including accommodation, training, and operational facilities, as well as secure technology, aviation, and specialized infrastructure. As part of our integrated delivery team, you will play a crucial role in shaping, planning, and executing projects that directly enhance the UK's Defence capabilities, ensuring that our Armed Forces receive the facilities necessary to operate efficiently and securely.

Your Role

As a Senior Project Manager specializing in Defence Construction, you will join an established program and project management team within AECOM’s Defence sector. You will spearhead multi-disciplinary teams in delivering projects throughout the complete RIBA lifecycle, from initial concept and feasibility to design, procurement, construction, and final handover.

Your responsibilities will include managing NEC contracts (PSC and ECC), ensuring adherence to MOD and DIO governance frameworks, and collaborating closely with client stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to achieve assured and value-driven results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Guide the successful delivery of Defence construction and infrastructure projects through all RIBA stages while ensuring compliance with DIO, JSP, and MOD approval frameworks.
  • Provide leadership and management of multidisciplinary teams to meet program, budget, and quality objectives.
  • Act as the NEC Project Manager or Client Representative, ensuring clear contract and commercial management.
  • Foster effective working relationships with DIO, TLBs, and site users, promoting collaboration across various organizations.
  • Mentor and support the development of junior project managers, graduates, and apprentices through practical learning opportunities.
  • Ensure project alignment with sustainability, security, and safety requirements, reflecting AECOM’s and MOD’s governance standards.
  • Contribute to business development by assisting with bids, proposals, and client engagement initiatives within the Defence sector.

About AECOM

Join Us in Creating a Better World. At AECOM, we are committed to delivering a better world. Whether it’s enhancing your commute, ensuring access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps communities flourish. As a globally trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we partner with clients to tackle the world’s most complex challenges and build sustainable legacies for future generations. Now is an exciting time to be part of AECOM. With growing infrastructure investment globally, our services are increasingly in demand. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas and aspirations and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals dedicated to delivering impactful projects worldwide. We are one united team driven by our shared mission to create a better world. Join us.

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