Job Description

Programme Lead – Capital Works - Schedule, Risk & Assurance

Full-Time

Bristol, site-based

SNBG 7 - 10

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Programme Lead to join our Defence Aerospace business in Bristol. In this role, you will support the delivery of our infrastructure works and projects, including the development and delivery of an integrated infrastructure master schedule, management of infrastructure risk and compliance to our assurance programme. You will be delivering on the requirements against UK MOD programmes of work.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.

We’re a leading global player in the defence aero engine market. From combat to transport, trainers to helicopters, we provide 16,000 military engines and pioneering service solutions to 160 customers in 103 countries.

We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

This multifaceted role will give you an opportunity to work in a world class engineering and manufacturing environment, using your knowledge of security standards and compliance to ensure the highest standards of security are maintained.

What we offer:

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

What you will be doing:

With this exciting opportunity you will:

Work with the Project delivery leads, prepare and report the infrastructure integrated master schedule, highlighting critical path and key dependencies.
Lead the risk identification and risk management process for the Capital Works contract.
Provide the risk information required to support Package Order applications and on-going review
Provide the required information for the Capital Works Operational Reviews and internal reporting requirements.
Lead on internal and external assurance activities associated with our infrastructure projects.
Support change management activities.

Who we’re looking for:

Being a part of Rolls-Royce you’ll know we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form our behaviours. They are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

A sound understanding of programme management techniques.
Prior experience of working within a programme and a project governance structure.
Business and commercial acumen
An ability to build internal stakeholder relationships and at different levels within organisations.
An innovative thought process.
A self-starter mindset.
Knowledge of UK security regulations and the principles of security management is preferable.

Join us & help Rolls-Royce to become a high-performing, competitive, resilient business.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.

The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be Staff Grade SNBG 7 - 10.

This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

Learn more about our global Inclusion Strategy

Grade: SNBG 7 - 10

For further information please contact: Lizzie Moore - Lizzie.moore@rolls-royce.com

Job Category

Project Management

Posting Date

06 Aug 2025; 00:08

Posting End Date

05 Aug 2025