Collins Aerospace, a unit of Raytheon Technologies, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Every day we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever. Together we chart new journeys, reunite families, protect nations and save lives. And we do it all with some of the greatest talent this industry has to offer.

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We are currently seeking a Project Manager (Airports) to provide project management expertise for the delivery of Collins Aerospace projects in the European region.

This person will be responsible for managing projects in Europe, to deliver projects on time, within budget and in a manner that enhances Collins' reputation and to encourage additional business from customers. The Project Manager will manage all the required efforts associated with the overall program, and will be required to manage one or more projects simultaneously.

Job Responsibilities

This position's primary responsibilities will include:

• Managing projects exceeding customer expectations and to guarantee a successful project launch for both for Collins Aerospace and the customer;
• Provide guidance for development of project schedule and budget and monitor project execution for compliance with defined targets and objectives;
• Helping to specify, order and then monitor the purchasing process to acquire equipment, and then authorise payment to suppliers, and/or executing warranties of the products;
• Overseeing onsite installation activities, testing, training, monitoring and management of the interface with the customer throughout the project duration;
• Obtain system acceptance from customer and then handing over the project to Customer Service staff or Site Management staff;
• Organise and lead Project Status Review meetings and cost analysis with all stakeholders;
• Maintaining project documentation in accordance with ISO guidelines;
• Delegating work to appropriate people, whether they are with Collins Aerospace, the customer, or third parties;
• Develop and enforce standard of operations using project management tools & techniques, such as MS Project, critical path analysis, time recording systems and other systems to manage projects;
• Assisting with the negotiation of Terms of Service Agreements with subcontractors;
• Applying project management skills and techniques, e.g. matrixed team leading, multi-tasking and financial awareness to deliver high quality projects;
• Contribute to sales/marketing effort by being alert to new business opportunities, and assisting with related proposals, customer-facing presentations, and other support of the sales process;
• Travel: 30%

Basic Qualifications - Technical/Professional:

• BS/BA degree in a Project Management discipline or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Project Manager; ideally in an Airline/Airport environment
• Advanced Microsoft Project and MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience in an operational environment
• Experience in Financial Management
• Adaptable to work in an ever-changing and demanding operational environment, including coordination with the overall global team
• PMP or Prince2 qualification preferred
• Proven track record of successful project delivery

Desired:

• Language ability advantageous

Collins Aerospace, in accordance with our 'Baseline Security' requirements, will request from candidates evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment and/or education history for up to three years, in relation to certain roles within the business. These relate to positions where access to export controlled items, (e.g., Technical data, hardware, software, and services subject to international trade control laws and regulations) and Collins IT Systems may apply. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.