Positiv Cohort Ltd

IT Project Manager (Defence)

Positiv Cohort Ltd  •  Farnborough, GB (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

We are looking for highly skilled and experienced IT Project Managers to help us assist our clients deliver high profile projects across the Defence Sector.

As a member of our growing team, you would be working to help us make a difference with our clients in delivering highly complex projects and programmes.

Requirements

Key deliverables:

  • Managing and developing small to medium projects or work streams as part of larger projects to deliver the required outcomes.
  • Manage the commercial aspects of projects; you will have experience in monthly budgeting/forecasting and managing project budgets.
  • Managing project schedule and controlling the time elements of projects
  • Managing internal and external Stakeholders in a project environment; use stakeholder management methods and techniques to manage risk and dependencies.
  • Project Business Case formulation detailing project’s objectives, costs and benefits demonstrating to stakeholders of its value.
  • Demonstrating knowledge and experience of relevant project management skillsets.
  • Building long-term trusted advisor relationships with our clients.

Desired Experience:

  • Previous experience of working with UK Government organisations would be beneficial, particularly Defence.
  • Experience of project management and/or programme management, adding value at the initial strategic planning phase all the way into implementation and delivery in the context of Defence and /or Infrastructure projects.
  • Previous experience managing NEC contracts would be highly advantageous.
  • Experience of managing contractors, consultants and other advisors on capital delivery projects.

Essential:

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject with relatable experience
  • Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2/APM PMQ/AGILE)

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to work on mission-critical projects that impact national security.
  • A supportive environment fostering professional growth and development.
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in IT field.
Positiv Cohort Ltd

About Positiv Cohort Ltd

Agile. Capable. Cohort-Powered

Positiv+ Cohort is a specialist professional services company built for high-stakes, high-assurance delivery.

We partner with senior leaders in defence, government, and other secure industries to turn complex objectives into measurable outcomes. Based in Farnborough, our teams bring over 25 years of domain expertise across cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, systems and software engineering.

Our leadership team has held the same types of roles as many of our clients - so we understand the pressures, constraints, and need for results from the inside out. Whether you’re dealing with legacy integration, digital transformation, or accelerated delivery requirements, we adapt quickly and deliver reliably.

We shape every engagement to match the scope, objectives, and pace of your project — offering outcome-focused, security-cleared services that help programmes succeed under pressure.

Our Services

+ Project Delivery & Professional Services

+ Embedded Systems Design & Validation

+ Software-Defined Systems

+ Advanced Engineering & Project Management

+ Cyber, Cloud & Digital Enablement

Structured Oversight and Assurance

Why Positiv+?

+ Specialists in secure, complex environments

+ Agile, accountable delivery teams

+ Deep technical and domain knowledge

+ High-trust engagements with structured assurance

Contact the Cohort by sending a message, visiting our website or emailing hello@positivcohort.com

Industry
Architecture & Engineering
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Farnborough, GB
Year Founded
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