Contract Project Manager – Engineering Programmes - £450–£550/day | Inside IR35 Salisbury-based | Hybrid | Initial 6 months

We’re supporting a UK engineering-led organisation delivering complex, regulated programmes across advanced technology projects. They’re looking for an experienced Contract Project Manager to take immediate ownership of end-to-end delivery across critical engineering programmes.

This role suits a hands-on delivery PM who can hit the ground running in structured, engineering-heavy environments.

Why this contract?

Immediate impact role — take ownership quickly Long-running, well-funded engineering programmes Clear scope and delivery ownership (not PMO-only) Strong likelihood of extension based on programme demandWhat you’ll be doing

Leading end-to-end delivery of complex engineering projects Managing scope, schedule, cost, risk, and change Coordinating engineers, procurement, manufacturing, and suppliers Managing outsourced engineering supply chains (people & materials) Acting as the key interface between customers and internal teams Producing and maintaining robust project plans and delivery documentationWhat we’re looking for (non-negotiable)

5+ years’ end-to-end project management experience on engineering programmes PRINCE2 certified, with experience working in Agile or hybrid environments Strong background managing engineering supply chains Proven ability to control delivery across scope, quality, schedule, and cost Confident stakeholder manager — engineers, procurement, global suppliers, senior leadershipTools & environment

Microsoft Project Microsoft OfficeNice to have

Aerospace, defence, or security programme experience Government-funded or grant-based projects Flight trials exposure (UK or international)Eligibility

UK right to work & eligible for Security Clearance Willingness to travel occasionally Full UK driving licence