397 Principal Project jobs in the United Kingdom

Principal Project Manager – Defence, MoD, Government

Salary - £60K-£75K plus pension, medical, life assurance and many other benefits

Location – Portsmouth, Hybrid role

Our client is a rapidly expanding growing technical consultancy, renowned for their reputation and their keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Their team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end consultancy services, ranging from risk and investment analysis to P3M. they operate across multiple sectors including defence, nuclear and space.

They are looking for an experienced a highly motivated customer facing Principal Project Manager with a strong background within the Defence sector, they require candidates from a technical consultancy background with strong bid management experience. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and line management experience.

The Principal Project Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end project and programme management services to their clients. You will work closely with stakeholders; project teams and Account leads to ensure successful delivery of projects and initiatives that align with business objectives. The other key element of the role will be leading bid delivery and the supporting management process.

Qualification/Experience required for role of Principal Consultant P3MO:

• Candidates will require expertise in some or all of the following areas:
li>APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management.
• Be educated to degree level and/or have equivalent relevant experience.
• A technically astute, highly experienced Programme / Project Manager who has significant demonstratable experience operating in a range of project environments of varying scales.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in project management.
• Significant, demonstrable skills in stakeholder management including influencing, negotiating and conflict management.
• Demonstratable experience and capability in writing proposals and coordinating bid management activity.
• Previous experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects through the full lifecycle simultaneously.
• Have strong communication, presentation and written skills.
• Represent the company in client-facing roles, maintaining high standards of professionalism and delivery excellence.
• Supporting framework proposal & refreshes – this includes monitoring frameworks for opportunities, advising relevant stakeholders of opportunities and working with Account Manager to support bid/no bid meetings.

Ability to travel and work from client sites across the UK predominantly South of the UK and London as required but may also be required to travel and work on worldwide basis (occasional).

Experience working in a consultancy environment or with defence/government clients.

Other Requirements:

Current SC or DV Clearance UK Security Clearance

Keywords – Project Manager, Defence, MoD, Bid Management, Bids, Proposals,  APM, Management Consultancy, Technical Consultancy, Magement Consultants

Principal Project Manager – Defence, MoD, Government

Principal Project Manager Consultant – P3MO – Defence, MoD, Government

Salary - £60K-£75K plus pension, medical, life assurance and many other benefits

Location – Portsmouth, Hybrid role

Our client is looking for an experienced a highly motivated customer facing Principal Project Manager with a strong background within the Defence sector, they require candidates from a technical consultancy background with strong bid management experience. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and line management experience

Our client is a rapidly expanding growing technical consultancy, renowned for their reputation and their keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Their team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end consultancy services, ranging from risk and investment analysis to P3M. they operate across multiple sectors including defence, nuclear and space.

The Principal Project Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end project and programme management services to their clients. You will work closely with stakeholders; project teams and Account leads to ensure successful delivery of projects and initiatives that align with business objectives. The other key element of the role will be leading bid delivery and the supporting management process.

Qualification/Experience required for role of Principal Project Manager Consultant P3MO:

• Candidates will require expertise in some, or all of the following areas:
li>APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management.
• Be educated to degree level and/or have equivalent relevant experience.
• A technically astute, highly experienced Programme / Project Manager who has significant demonstratable experience operating in a range of project environments of varying scales.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in project management.
• Significant, demonstrable skills in stakeholder management including influencing, negotiating and conflict management.
• Demonstratable experience and capability in writing proposals and coordinating bid management activity.
• Previous experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects through the full lifecycle simultaneously.
• Have strong communication, presentation and written skills.
• Represent the company in client-facing roles, maintaining high standards of professionalism and delivery excellence.
• Supporting framework proposal & refreshes – this includes monitoring frameworks for opportunities, advising relevant stakeholders of opportunities and working with Account Manager to support bid/no bid meetings.

Ability to travel and work from client sites across the UK predominantly South of the UK and London as required but may also be required to travel and work on worldwide basis (occasional).

Experience working in a consultancy environment or with defence/government clients.

Other Requirements:

Current SC or DV Clearance UK Security Clearance

Keywords – Project Manager, Defence, MoD, Bid Management, Bids, Proposals,  APM, Management Consultancy,  Technical Consultancy, Management Consultants

Principal Project Manager Consultant – P3MO – Defence, MoD, Government

Principal Project Manager Consultant – P3MO – Defence, MoD, Government

Salary - £60K-£75K plus pension, medical, life assurance and many other benefits

Location – Portsmouth, Hybrid role

Our client is looking for an experienced a highly motivated customer facing Principal Project Manager with a strong background within the Defence sector, they require candidates from a technical consultancy background with strong bid management experience. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and line management experience

Our client is a rapidly expanding growing technical consultancy, renowned for their reputation and their keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Their team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end consultancy services, ranging from risk and investment analysis to P3M. they operate across multiple sectors including defence, nuclear and space.

The Principal Project Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end project and programme management services to their clients. You will work closely with stakeholders; project teams and Account leads to ensure successful delivery of projects and initiatives that align with business objectives. The other key element of the role will be leading bid delivery and the supporting management process.

Qualification/Experience required for role of Principal Project Manager Consultant P3MO:

• Candidates will require expertise in some, or all of the following areas:
li>APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management.
• Be educated to degree level and/or have equivalent relevant experience.
• A technically astute, highly experienced Programme / Project Manager who has significant demonstratable experience operating in a range of project environments of varying scales.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in project management.
• Significant, demonstrable skills in stakeholder management including influencing, negotiating and conflict management.
• Demonstratable experience and capability in writing proposals and coordinating bid management activity.
• Previous experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects through the full lifecycle simultaneously.
• Have strong communication, presentation and written skills.
• Represent the company in client-facing roles, maintaining high standards of professionalism and delivery excellence.
• Supporting framework proposal & refreshes – this includes monitoring frameworks for opportunities, advising relevant stakeholders of opportunities and working with Account Manager to support bid/no bid meetings.

Ability to travel and work from client sites across the UK predominantly South of the UK and London as required but may also be required to travel and work on worldwide basis (occasional).

Experience working in a consultancy environment or with defence/government clients.

Other Requirements:

Current SC or DV Clearance UK Security Clearance

Keywords – Project Manager, Defence, MoD, Bid Management, Bids, Proposals,  APM, Management Consultancy,  Technical Consultancy, Management Consultants

Principal Project Manager Consultant – P3MO – Defence, MoD, Government

£59,649 - £2,049, but could go to 5,000 for the right candidate

University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking to appoint a Principal Project Manager to lead the delivery of the estates long term maintenance programme.

UAL is a global leader in creativity, innovation, and invention across the knowledge economy. Formed of six renowned Colleges and four Institutes across London, forming one University, UAL continues to shape the future of art, design, fashion, communication, and performing arts. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject, UAL is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design for the seventh consecutive year, reaffirming its status as a creative powerhouse. With a vibrant, multicultural community of over 20,000 students from more than 130 countries, UAL fosters an inclusive and dynamic environment that nurtures the next generation of creative talent.

Now is an exciting time to be joining UAL to take up this role. A 10-year Estates Strategy has been developed which will see the delivery of new campuses for London College of Fashion (completed in 2024) and London College of Communication (to be completed in 2027) as well as a period of estate transformation across our existing portfolio that ensures the UAL estate is fit for purpose, sustainable and provides world-class facilities and experience to our students, staff and partners. Following the appointment of new Associate Directors in the areas of Estate Development and Facilities Management in 2024, we are now embarking on an investment in the team that will see the appointment to c.25 new roles in these areas.

UAL’s capital programme to 2030 represents over £1 m of planned investment, delivering a series of major projects aligned to the University’s Size and Shape strategy, Net Zero commitments, and long-term operational sustainability. This includes a pipeline of estate transformation and academic growth schemes across the Colleges, alongside a targeted Scope 1 and 2 decarbonisation programme. In parallel, UAL will continue to deliver an annual Long-Term Maintenance programme of circa £9 to preserve and enhance the condition, compliance and resilience of the estate.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Estate Development, the Principal Project Manager leads the strategic planning, and delivery of high-value, complex long-term maintenance programmes across the University estate. The post holder will provide senior-level expertise in project and programme management, ensuring that long-term strategic maintenance activities are aligned with estate strategy, asset lifecycle planning and compliance obligations.

We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of project managing long-term maintenance programmes across a diverse and complex estate portfolio.You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong technical knowledge relating to strategic maintenance planning and project and contract delivery. We are looking for individuals who will bring a high level of positivity and energy to the team, with an enthusiasm for UAL’s impact and the role that the estate can play in enabling this.

The role offers a fantastic career opportunity to lead the delivery of a £m ti-million estate investment programme for a world-renowned university and arts organisation with an extraordinary London estate portfolio.The Candidate Brochure can be viewed at UAL - Principal Project Manager LTM .

To arrange a briefing discussion, please contact our retained advisors Nick Coppard ( ) and Kelley Brown ( ) at MRG. Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter and should be submitted via our website here.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 21st September 2025.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, complex projects from inception to completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Implement and manage project governance structures and reporting mechanisms.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders, team members, and senior leadership.
• Utilise project management software and tools to track progress, manage tasks, and report on project status.
• Apply various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) as appropriate.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, fostering a results-oriented culture.
• Conduct post-project reviews and identify lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science); Master's degree preferred.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is essential.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant portion managing large, complex, and remote projects.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-stakes initiatives.
• Expertise in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Strong understanding of various project management frameworks and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience in (mention relevant industry, e.g., technology, finance, construction) is highly desirable.