AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support Rolls-Royce. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect Rolls-Royce with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of Rolls-Royce, who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs, we are looking for a Project Lead for a 12 month contract based in Derby.

Please note this is a hybrid position in which you would work onsite 3 days per week and work remotely 2 days per week.

Project Overview

Lead the successful delivery of projects within the Engineering Technology & Safety (ET&S) Digital Transformation portfolio, ensuring objectives are achieved within agreed scope, budget, quality, and timescales. Drive organisational change and support the transition of engineering functions towards a modern, technology-enabled, and data-driven operating model. This role will play a key part in delivering strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, collaboration, and digital capability across the business.

The Role

• Apply project management best practices and governance standards in line with established company processes, frameworks, and systems.
• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project schedules, including resource planning, budgeting, and cost control.
• Produce clear and accurate project reporting to support informed decision-making by senior stakeholders and project sponsors.
• Identify, manage, and communicate project dependencies, risks, and opportunities, ensuring alignment with wider business and transformation objectives.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation to drive engagement, collaboration, and successful project outcomes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the transformation portfolio.

The Candidate

• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline or able to demonstrate equivalent industry experience.
• Membership of a recognised professional body such as APM or PMI is desirable, with progress towards a formal Project Management qualification viewed favourably.
• Experience using project management and planning tools such as Primavera P6, SAP and risk management systems is advantageous; training will be provided where required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and balance competing priorities within a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and delivery-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organisation.

Next steps:

·We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

·If you are interested in applying for this Project Lead position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

·AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business