Leonardo

Job Description:

Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies. In 2024, Leonardo recorded consolidated revenues of € 17.8 bn, new orders for € 20.9 bn and invested € 2.5 bn in R&D. Innovation, continuous research, digital industry and sustainability are the pillars of its business worldwide.

Within the Cyber & Security Solutions area, specifically in the team overseeing international markets and the Space sector, we are seeking a Project Manager for Genova Fiumara or Rome Laurentina Site.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following activities:

• Serve as Project Manager, ensuring effective oversight of the full project lifecycle
• Manage internal cross-functional teams, ensuring effective coordination across all project contributors
• Act as the primary point of contact in interactions with the customer, guaranteeing smooth communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee contractual aspects related to the project, ensuring compliance with agreed obligations, timelines and deliverables
• Monitor and control the financial performance of the project, including budget adherence, cost tracking, forecasting activities and variation order managing
• Manage project supplies and the delivery of all project deliverables, ensuring compliance with scope, quality and schedule requirements
• Support the preparation of bid documentation and proposals, contributing to technical inputs, planning elements and overall submission quality
• Independently manage all PM-related tasks, including planning, scheduling, risk monitoring, progress reporting and overall project control.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Master’s Degree in STEM disciplines.

Seniority:

• 2–5 years of experience in the role and in managing project activities, preferably in international contexts;
• Experience as a PM in NATO Cyber Security projects (2–5 years of experience) or in Cyber or TLC projects with customers based in the Middle East or Asia.

Technical knowledge and skills:

• Advanced Project Management techniques
• Basic knowledge of Cyber Security or TLC
• Advanced knowledge of economic and financial fundamentals in project management.

Behavioral skills:

• Team management
• Teamwork
• Client interaction skills
• Autonomy and accountability
• Proactive attitude.

Language skills:

• Excellent spoken and written English (C1 level)
• Knowledge of Italian is appreciated.

IT skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite with in-depth knowledge of MS Project
• SAP
• Ms Project or Primavera
• Configuration control and document management tools

Other:

• PMI-PMP or equivalent certification (including Agile framework);
• Willingness to travel abroad regularly throughout the year (1-2 weeks per month), potentially in Middle East, Asia or Europe according to project location

Seniority:

Master

Primary Location:

IT - Genova - Fiumara

Additional Locations:

IT - Roma - Via Laurentina

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid