Average Project Manager salary in Stevenage

Engineering Project Manager 6 Month initial Contract Work Location: StevenageOverview of department:The role sits within the Electronics Engineering department. They are growing, dedicated and we work as a team to deliver projects. You will be managing detailed design of electronics products such as printers, small thermostats ect.Responsibilities:Your role as a Senior Engineering Project Manager (SEPM) is to deliver our most complex and priority projects to time, cost and quality; to drive the design, development and delivery of our highly complex electronic sub-systems, from concept through into full production. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a senior member of the project management team; someone who will contribute to our delivery strategy.Skillset/experience required:Someone with drive, passion and commitment who has: Experience of Project Management best practice: Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Compliance Management, Configuration Management and Earned Value Management.Experience of delivering significant project/programmes on time and to cost.Experience of project management across the various phases; from project conception and initiation through manufacture and qualification to customer delivery.A background in engineering development, ideally of complex systems or electronic units.Individuals with excellent communication skills; able to influence others to their way of thinking;Organised with an eye for detail and a sense of pride in what they deliver.

Various opportunities have arisen for Project Managers and Senior Project Manager across a number of our programmes at different levels, to define, plan and deliver medium to large size contracts/programmes. Salary: Circa £50,000-60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%Overtime: opportunity for paid overtimeFlexi Leave: Up to 15 additional daysFlexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangementsEnhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatmentsFacilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more… The opportunity: With the recent growth across our Project Management function, we have opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated Project Managers to join our team, where you will have an opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career within a collaborative and encouraging environment. We are open to various levels of previous experience as we are currently recruiting for a range of positions that require proven knowledge at varying levels You will be working on: Working in an exciting, complex and changing environment, where there are opportunities to contribute and make a difference in delivering capability to our customers.A great platform to embed your partner/stakeholder management skills, across a diverse multi-functional, international, organisation.Exposure to working within a vibrant Project Management communityOpportunity to gain professional/accredited project management qualificationHigh level of integration between functional directorates and customers within UK and our European counterparts.There are opportunities for progression across MBDA! What we're looking for from you: Project /Programme Management experience – ideally gained in a matrix organisationStrong risk management skills and experienceSound business judgement including an appreciation of complex problems and how to solve themStrong communication and motivational skillsAbility to embrace new challenges and deal with a level of ambiguityExperience of leading projects from a business perspective, including EVM, schedule adherence and schedule risk assessments.Bidding & estimating experienceNegotiating and influencing skills, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships and work collaboratively across various levels and with internal and external collaboratorsDrive and motivation in leading project teams to strive for excellence in the face of adversityEngage, share standard methodology and find opportunities for innovation Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more… We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-LA1

Project Manager - Fleet Integration Project (3-Month Contract) Location: Stevenage (Hybrid) Contract: Temporary - 3 Months Pay: £550 per day About the Company A leading infrastructure services provider operating across utilities, transport, and energy sectors. The business is committed to delivering innovative solutions that keep essential services running smoothly, with a strong focus on operational excellence and sustainability. Role Overview We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a critical Fleet Integration Project, aligning systems, processes, and people across two departments. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver meaningful change in a dynamic environment. What You'll Do Drive the successful integration of fleet operations, ensuring adoption of best practices and standards.Manage complex change projects to tight timescales.Engage stakeholders at all levels and lead meetings, updates, and progress reporting.Oversee system and data integration for fleet management. What We're Looking For Proven experience in change or integration projects.Strong knowledge of UK fleet operations (cars, vans, compliance).Skilled in project planning, monitoring KPIs, and delivering outcomes.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office. Desirable: PRINCE2/APM/PMP certification, experience with TUPE processes, and familiarity with fleet systems like Jaama Key2. Why Join Us? Be part of a high-impact project shaping the future of fleet operations.Hybrid working with flexibility.Competitive day rate and an opportunity to make a real difference in the future of a national organisation If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk