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Subcontracts Project Manager

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Job Description - Subcontracts Project Manager

A leading aerospace and space propulsion company is seeking a Subcontracts Project Manager to oversee complex supplier engagements and ensure seamless delivery of critical subcontractor work packages. This role offers the opportunity to shape subcontracting strategies within a dynamic PMO, working on cutting-edge space propulsion programmes.

Subcontracts Project Manager

Permanent
£.Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Buckinghamshire

Subcontracts Project Manager
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead contract reviews, negotiations, and management with external suppliers, ensuring compliance with project requirements, company policies, and legal standards.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and technical specifications.
  • Work closely with QA teams to enforce AS9100 standards across all subcontracts.
  • Manage change control processes, mitigating risks to cost, quality, and schedule.
  • Maintain a Risk Register, escalating issues when necessary and implementing corrective actions.
  • Ensure alignment with financial processes and provide regular updates for project reviews.
  • Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and Engineering teams to drive subcontracting success.
Subcontracts Project Manager
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience in subcontract/project management within aerospace, defence, or high-precision engineering.
  • Understanding of contract law and ability to interpret technical/project requirements.
  • Familiarity with Project Management fundamentals inc. change control, risk management, budgeting.
  • Experience working in highly regulated industries: AS9100, ISO9001, or similar.
  • Ability to travel to supplier sites and other company locations as needed.
Benefits Package:
  • Competitive salary + 5% matched pension
  • Private health & dental care
  • EV scheme (post-probation)
  • Life assurance & enhanced sick pay
  • Enhanced parental leave & 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • On-site parking, cycle-to-work scheme, discount platform
If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’ or contact me directly.
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