Project ManagerDepartment: Defence Location: ColchesterA leading UK-based engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its division.The business designs, tests, certifies, and manufactures advanced manufacturing solutions for a wide range of industrial and life-critical applications. The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and results-driven Project Manager to play a key role in delivering complex, strategically important UK Defence contracts. The role sits within a dedicated and high-performing team focused on ensuring on-time, right-first-time project delivery.You will be accountable for the end-to-end execution of projects, including supporting bids for new opportunities. Success in this role will require close collaboration with a multifunctional organisation, strong customer and supplier engagement, and a proven ability to manage delivery against cost, quality, and schedule.The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter, a strong team player, and a confident communicator with the drive to deliver positive change. Regular travel within the UK will be required.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary point of contact for key customers, building and maintaining strong, effective working relationshipsLead commercial and technical discussions with customers and internal stakeholdersReview, interpret, and manage complex contracts, statements of work, and commercial agreementsEnsure projects comply with con