Head of Projects – MoD

Express Recruitment are excited to be working on behalf of a global manufacturer with a rich heritage of over 75 years. Due to continued growth throughout their organisation, our client is looking to recruit a Head of Technical Projects to oversee all aspects of their technical projects/programmes for their MoD customers. This includes taking ownership of budgets, KPI control, quality & compliance control as well identifying opportunities to mitigate risks of contractual penalties and maximise on efficiency of programmes.Due to the demanding nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to travel to MoD sites throughout the UK, as well as overseas to visit their parent manufacturing plants and long serving suppliers. As a result, a full UK driving license and British passport is essential!In return, you will receive a generous starting salary of up to £65k, depending on experience. Other benefits include flexible working, sick pay, healthcare scheme, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) access to benefits and discount programme, annual bonus, salary sacrifice car scheme plus much more!Roles & ResponsibilitiesOversee day to day management of programme activities and contractual obligationsLiaising frequently with cross functional department leads to ensure contractual customer requirements are being met throughout the project lifecycleOversee the compliance and accuracy of all technical proposals and tendersIdentify and forecast potential problems before they arise to mitigate risks of incurring contractual penaltiesWork closely with the UK and overseas manufacturing plants to ensure quality assurance and health & safety requirements are being upheldProduce detailed programme update, risk management and compliance reports and present findings to the CEOLead and understand the companies’ QMS (Quality Management System)Manage programme budgets and identify further cost saving opportunitiesTake ownership for efficiently line managing the MoD Programmes Manager and Head of Technical to maximise visibility and collaborationBe on hand to delegate project tasks and schedule priority tasks for wider programme support teamSkills & ExperienceDegree/HND in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering highly desirableExperience working for the MoD or with MoD customers a distinct advantageExperience in a light manufacturing environmentPrevious manufacturing experience of high precision componentsProgramme/project management experienceAbility to manage major stakeholders at a senior management levelPrevious experience in contract and risk mitigation managementHappy to travel overseas on occasions throughout the year, as well as regular UK travel when requiredAbility resolve complex problems in a professional and efficient mannerCurrent holder of a UK driving license and British passport essentialAbout Express RecruitmentExpress Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.Vacancy SummaryHours: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to FridaySalary: c£65k per annum D.O.ELocation: Nottingham, NottinghamshireJob Type: Full Time, PermanentUnfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.