SDA Junior Project Manager

Are you an aspiring Project Manager? Are you looking to progress your career whilst supporting our UK’s armed forces? The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) have a fantastic opportunity at our Barrow-in-Furness site to join as a Junior Project Manager within a team responsible for delivering value for money within the most complex acquisition project in defence.

What do Project Managers do in the SDA?

Project Managers are accountable leaders for making sure a project is delivered on time, on budget and within scope. Project Managers within the SDA are key to successful and timely delivery of safe and effective equipment to Front Line Commands and their service personnel. Every day we play a functional part of making this happen, and that is ultimately what is important.

The Dreadnought programme will ensure we have a credible, independent, and capable nuclear deterrent well into the early 2050s and beyond, helping to guarantee our safety against the most severe threats to our way of life and that of our allies. It represents a significant national endeavour which also provides an excellent learning ground for those wishing to pursue a long-term career in Project Delivery.

You will join a dynamic team which has been structured to not only provide individuals with both personal responsibility and ownership, but also a supportive environment in which they can experience all aspects of project delivery and grow into future roles. You will be supported by your manager and wider team to fulfil your potential and access to funded industry-recognised qualifications.

At the SDA we operate a hybrid working environment. It is expected that you will attend the site for a minimum of three days per week. Please note that as this project continues to gain momentum, this expectation may increase to five days per week.

Due to the secure nature of the position, this post is reserved for sole UK nationals only.

External and internal candidates may be entitled to relocation expenses for this position. This will depend on the outcome of an eligibility check by Defence Business Services (DBS).

Responsibilities

• Proactively ensure the development of your career management plan.
• Conduct internal and external stakeholder analysis work to identify and understand stakeholder requirements, interests and influences or support in the development of these elements for control accounts.
• Understand and demonstrate the contractual obligations and the role of suppliers to meet a project's requirements.
• Manage risk, assumptions, issues, dependencies and opportunities for simple projects or support in the development of these elements for larger projects proactively engaging with Project Controls Function.
• Maintain financial control, providing analysis in-line with the project schedule and WBS.

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Desire to undertake and learn the necessary skills leading towards the Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ).

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

• Stakeholder Management (Supervised Practitioner)
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace

• 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
• Flexible and hybrid working wherever possible, to support your work-life balance (though some attendance to the stated site is required)
• Market-leading employer pension contribution of around 27%
• Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
• Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications
• Support for progression
• Huge range of discounts
• Volunteering days
• Enhanced parental leave schemes
• External and internal candidates may be entitled to relocation expenses for this position. This will depend on the outcome of an eligibility check by Defence Business Services (DBS)

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where our people can grow, thrive, and be their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the ways in which it enriches our culture and our work. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of. And if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.

Further Information

More information can be found below:

• SDA benefits: https://bit.ly/3ne9QTm
• Further Information: https://bit.ly/3K26Xhl
• Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/3yUwcM1

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Job contact :

Name :
Fay Purnell – SDA Talent Acquisition Specialist
Email :
Fay.Purnell100@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team

Email :
Fay.Purnell100@mod.gov.uk