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Job Title: Project Manager - Defence
Location: Leeds- Hybrid
Security Clearance Required: Sole UK Nationals Only

A leading global consultancy is seeking experienced Project Managers to join its growing Defence Infrastructure team in Leeds. With a focus on delivering better outcomes for clients, supporting professional development, and advancing sustainability goals, the organisation works on some of the most complex and high-profile projects across the UK and internationally.

With an emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and inclusion, the company supports major infrastructure initiatives that contribute to a more sustainable and secure future.

The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Project Managers to join a growing Defence Infrastructure team based in Leeds. The role will support the delivery of construction and infrastructure programmes across the North of England.

Ideal candidates will have experience managing projects in sectors such as Defence, Rail, Utilities, or Highways, and be familiar with NEC contract management.

Project Managers may lead or support commissions ranging from £1m to £20m, with larger projects also possible depending on scope and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Lead or support end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects and programmes
Ensure delivery aligns with time, cost, and quality expectations
Manage and administer NEC (preferred), JCT, or FIDIC contracts
Work with multiple stakeholders and maintain excellent communication
Promote best practices in health and safety (including CDM regulations)The Candidate

Minimum of 5 years' experience in project management within infrastructure sectors
Strong understanding and experience with NEC contracts (accreditation preferred)
Skilled in stakeholder management and contract administration
Degree qualified in a construction, engineering, or infrastructure-related field
Ideally chartered or working towards chartership with a relevant body (e.g., APM, ICE, RICS)
Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Self-motivated with a problem-solving mindset

Security Clearance Requirement
Due to the sensitive nature of these projects, all applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and eligible for UK MoD Security Clearance (SC).

Working Arrangements
My client supports hybrid working, with an expected 50% of time spent on client sites or in the office. Flexibility will be determined by business and client needs. While the office isn't the only place work gets done, in-person collaboration is encouraged to support team development and client success.

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