Project Lead

Job Title: Project Lead Client: BAE Systems Duration: 12 Months Location: Frimley (Hybrid), with travel to a Bath based supplier siteHourly Rate: £63.40 Umbrella (Inside IR35) Clearence level: BPSS + SC + UK EYES ONLY  Professional Summary We are seeking an experienced Project Lead to support a critical supplier partnership. The role involves managing a novel, complex navigation system being developed by a supplier based in Bath, which is approaching critical design review. You will take ownership of this product, ensuring successful workflow management and strong stakeholder engagement across BAE, the supplier, and internal teams. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate delivery of a new navigation system product.
• Own and manage workflow through critical design review.
• Provide close support to the supplier in Bath and ensure BAE’s obligations are met.
• Manage stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, and project management functions.
• Apply strong project management methods (predictive/agile) to drive progress.
• Support and challenge stakeholders, ensuring accountability.
• Deputise for the Project Manager when required.

Requirements

• Project Management qualification (AMP/PMQ or equivalent).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Confident in challenging and influencing stakeholders
• Ability to bring teams together and build collaborative delivery.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and experience working with suppliers.
• Preferable: experience with Teamcentre.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project planning tools.

If you would like to be considered, Please either Click Apply or email  About BAE: BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.Inclusion statement Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive fair consideration for your application regardless of your race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.We’re proud Corporate Members of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. If you need any adjustments at any stage - from application to interview or in your new role - please let us know. We’re here to support you every step of the way.We believe diversity of thought and background makes us stronger and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences.