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Our diverse portfolio of businesses spans the aerospace, smart city, defence and public security ... The Project Manager is responsible for the overall execution and success of assigned aircraft ...

Our diverse portfolio of businesses spans the aerospace, smart city, defence and public security ... The Project Manager is responsible for the overall execution and success of assigned aircraft ...

... defence, telecommunications, security or intelligent transport. As a project manager you will be ... part of our team participating in the design and development of new technological solutions. You ...

$79.66 - $102.42/hr

About Us STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous ... You have several years of project management behind you: campaigns, events or complex programs in ...

You will: * Develop and lead defence vertical programmes across Europe; * Anticipate needs ... Strong project and team management skills; * Fluency in English; proficiency in additional EU ...

You will: * Develop and lead defence vertical programmes across Europe; * Anticipate needs ... Strong project and team management skills; * Fluency in English; proficiency in additional EU ...

... defence, telecommunications, security or intelligent transport. As a project manager you will be ... part of our team participating in the design and development of new technological solutions. You ...

Project and Commercial Management * Commercial Management Desired skills * Air Defence Systems. * Dismounted ManPADS * In Service and Future * Defence background. * MOD experience Experience

WI · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Thales in Belgium is part of an internationally leading technology group in the defence and ... Senior Project Manager****At the Tubize site**In **Tubize**, you will join more than 250 colleagues ...

Position SummaryThe Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational ...

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How much do defence project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for defence project manager in the United States is $102,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Defence Project Manager vs Defence Program Coordinator?

AspectDefence Project ManagerDefence Program Coordinator
CredentialsProject management certifications (PMP), security clearancesSimilar certifications, often with additional program management training
Work EnvironmentLeading projects within defense agencies or contractorsSupporting multiple projects, coordinating between teams
Employer & IndustryDefense contractors, government agenciesDefense agencies, military support organizations

While both roles involve managing defense-related activities, the Defence Project Manager focuses on leading specific projects from initiation to completion, ensuring objectives, budgets, and timelines are met. The Defence Program Coordinator supports multiple projects, coordinating resources and communication across teams to ensure overall program success.

What is a defence project manager?

A defence project manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of military or defense-related projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications, budgets, and deadlines. They coordinate teams, manage resources, and often require security clearances and knowledge of defense protocols and regulations.
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Infographic showing various Defence Project Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,682 per year, or $49.4 per hour.

Associate Director Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure & Defence

Aldwych Consulting

Portsmouth, NH • On-site

$95 - $149/hr

Other

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Associate Director - Quantity Surveying Infrastructure & Defence

Location: Hampshire

Salary: Excellent salary + comprehensive benefits package

I'm partnering with an established construction consultancy that is continuing to expand its senior leadership team and is looking to appoint an Associate Director - Quantity Surveying.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced commercial professional who enjoys building trusted client relationships, leading the commercial delivery of complex programmes and helping shape the future of major infrastructure and defence projects.

You'll be joining a consultancy with an outstanding reputation, a strong pipeline of secured work and a culture that rewards expertise, collaboration and ambition. Whether your background is in infrastructure, defence or both, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most technically challenging and high-value programmes.

The Opportunity
  • Lead the commercial delivery of major infrastructure and defence projects.
  • Provide strategic cost and commercial advice to key clients.
  • Manage and mentor Quantity Surveyors, supporting their professional development.
  • Oversee cost planning, procurement, contract administration and commercial reporting.
  • Build and strengthen long-term client relationships, identifying opportunities for future work.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
About You
  • Proven experience at Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate or Associate Director level within a consultancy or similar environment.
  • Significant experience delivering major infrastructure and/or defence projects.
  • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts or Alliance Contracting.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and client-facing skills.
  • Commercially astute with the confidence to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
  • Chartered (MRICS) or working towards chartership is desirable.
What's on Offer
  • Opportunity to play a key role on nationally significant infrastructure and defence programmes.
  • A clear route for continued career progression within a growing consultancy.
  • A collaborative, people-first culture where your contribution is recognised.
  • Competitive salary, excellent benefits and ongoing professional development.

If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with client leadership while working on some of the UK's most complex construction programmes, I'd be delighted to speak with you.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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