Senior Project Manager - Defence SectorActive SC Clearance required (DV desirable) 12 month contract Southwest UK (hybrid, 3-4 days onsite) Start date: May 1st Competitive rate: according to experience (Inside IR35)Our client is a technology-led consultancy delivering complex, large-scale programmes across the UK Defence and Central Government landscape.They are supporting a high-value defence programme and are looking to engage a Senior Project Manager.This role requires an individual who can lead from the front, taking full accountability for delivery, teams, and outcomes within a secure and highly regulated setting.What you'll do:Take end-to-end ownership of large-scale project delivery within a defence programme Lead multi-disciplinary teams across technical, engineering, and delivery functions Manage full project life cycle from mobilisation through to delivery and transition Own project governance, planning, financials, risks, and dependencies Operate within a complex multi-supplier environment, aligning delivery across partners Engage senior stakeholders to drive decision-making and maintain delivery momentumKey requirements:Active SC Clearance (DV highly desirable) Minimum of 5 years project management experience Minimum of 3 years programme management experience Proven track record delivering large-scale programmes/projects Demonstrable experience leading full delivery teams and multiple work streams Strong experience operating within secure, complex, multi-organisation environments Ability to take full accountability for delivery, not just support or coordinateIf you have active SC Clearance and the required experience don't hesitate to reach out!JBRP1_UKTJ