Project Manager

Project Manager Location: Dyce, Aberdeen - On-site Duration: 12 months Rate: £500-£600 p/d (Umbrella) IR35: Inside Clearance: Must be eligable to obatin SC Clearance Overview Our client NATS is currently seeking an…

Inside IR35 Public Sector
Pay rate £500 – £600/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 27 August 2026

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Project Manager

Location: Dyce, Aberdeen - On-site
Duration: 12 months
Rate: £500-£600 p/d (Umbrella)
IR35: Inside
Clearance: Must be eligable to obatin SC Clearance

Overview

Our client NATS is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager for a contract role based in Aberdeen. This is an exciting opportunity to manage and deliver complex projects, ensuring they are executed on time, within budget, and to the specified requirements.

Responsibilities:

* Plan, budget, report, execute, and deliver assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and to the required specification.
* Prepare staff and business areas for new working methodologies.
* Manage virtual teams through matrix management and oversee members of the Project Delivery Team.
* Follow appropriate governance, working within the regulatory framework of a licensed critical national infrastructure organisation.
* Support Project Delivery Practice management tasks as needed, e.g., Project Managers Working Group.
* Demonstrate and uphold the appropriate behaviours and standards.
* Maintain a high level of expertise and credibility through continuing professional development.
* Ensure all appropriate Operational Safety and Health & Safety activities are completed for assigned projects.

Skillset/experience required:

* A Project Management qualification (APM PMQ/APM or equivalent) is essential.
* A STEM degree and/or significant experience in a management role, preferably in Project and Programme Management, demonstrating strong leadership.
* Experience and knowledge in the delivery and integration of complex projects.
* Proven experience in building strong commercial relationships with customers and suppliers and an excellent understanding of contract management.
* Comprehensive knowledge of current and evolving Project Management processes and methodologies.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and judgement for dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to understand business drivers and manage projects to meet business needs, adapting as required.
* Target Competence Ratings according to the APM Competence Framework, specifically at the Project Manager Master Level

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