Our client, a leading player in the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join their growing team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multifunctional teams from engineering disciplines and operations to ensure the successful execution of projects and production orders. You will oversee the full programme lifecycle, from proposal preparation and submission through to project completion, while ensuring on-time, on-budget, and quality-driven delivery. This role will be pivotal in driving the success of customer orders, internal RandD projects, and complex design and development initiatives related to mission-critical Defence and Aerospace products. As a Project Manager, you will ensure clear communication of project objectives, monitor progress, and be the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Project Execution: Lead and manage multidisciplinary project teams, including internal and external stakeholders (e.g., subcontractors), to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.Schedule Creation and Implementation: Develop and implement integrated project schedules in collaboration with the company scheduler, ensuring all work packages are aligned with project timelines.Project Management: Take complete ownership of project budgets, resources, risks, and delivery schedules. Ensure all project activities are completed on time,