Job Description

Project Manager Grade: GG11 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia JOB PURPOSE BAE Systems is the UK Government's nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons. BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Management Company (SMSCMC). SMSCMC was created as a Saudi Arabian joint venture company co-owned by BAE Systems and local shareholders to deliver KSA industrialisation of supply chain management and thereby support Saudi Vision 2030. SMSCMC brings rich experience from its world-class defence heritage and global and local partners and is proud to be continuously transferring and developing leading capabilities, skills and jobs within the expanding Saudi economy. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES The post holder is responsible for: .Establishing and effective running of the Avionics Repair Service Project Control Systems so that good quality and trusted outputs are provided into the programme and CSR reporting cycles in line agreed time, cost and quality requirements. .Reporting on performance against plans and, where necessary, identify intervening actions to resolve issues which threaten delivery to plan. Project Control output should be compliant with all relevant policies, procedures and PM functional mandates so as to minimise risk and maximise opportunities. .Supporting the Programme Manager by interpreting and produce a range of data that shall ensure effective progress monitoring against project trends, schedule, scope and cost baseline to aid strategic decision making, issues highlighting and escalation and maintaining a high performance project environment. He/She will deputise for the Programme manger when and as required. .Successfully delivering the programme by supporting the day today service delivery activities as assigned by LM including achieving the required business salient targets, carrying on internal and external stakeholders engagement, controlling the projects elements under his/her responsibility fulfilling LCM review requirements and supporting programme & management reviews. .Generating the recurring mandated business review packs using high skill integration and reporting techniques to report the project performance effectively, taking on consideration the data integration across the project reviews .Conducting post-project appraisals and ensure "lessons learned" dissemination across other business. .Application and compliance with the BAE Operational Framework, PM functional processes, including LCM specifically Planning, Monitoring and Control; Risk and Opportunity Management, Performance Management particularly Earned Value Management (EVM) and Life Cycle Management, Bid Status and Phase and Contract Reviews. .Establishing a project control system that enables assured generation of the AvRS CSR. . Project Control compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Framework. .Establishing relationships with the Customer and continuously improve reporting processes to support the delivery of both customer needs and business requirements .Measuring internal performance to identify variance to plan and to take measures to bring performance back in line. .Ensuring the project meets the requirements of the LCM Documents and associated Project Management Plans .Supporting any duty or accountability required and deemed appropriate at Executive/Managerial level by the business. RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION Understanding of the BAE Systems Saudi Arabia and SMSCMC business is desirable, or an ability to develop this quickly Expert networking and communication skills used at a senior level with customers, suppliers, partners and sub-contractors Experience in Project management, project control and risk Management process in a relevant environment A degree in Project Management or related discipline. APMP Qualification or equivalent preferred. EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia. SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities BAE Systems At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. The Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Chains Management Company holds the Mowaamah Gold Certificate as a work environment that empowers and motivates people with disabilities. We take pride in creating environment that supports everyone regardless of gender, age, physical ability. All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.