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Project Management Lead

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Nick Walters
Nick Walters
Senior Consultant

Job Description: Project Management Leader – Ministry of Defence (MOD)

Why Join Foresight Works (FSW)?
Foresight Works (FSW) is pioneering the digital infrastructure revolution, a sector driving 10% of global construction spend and experiencing exponential growth. With $8M in seed funding and trusted by the top players in the data centre space, we are uniquely positioned to redefine the data centre construction ecosystem.
Backed by Creandum, one of Europe’s top venture capital firms, and boasting a proven growth trajectory, FSW offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shape the future of digital infrastructure.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Management Leader with a proven track record of managing complex, high-stakes initiatives within the Ministry of Defence (MOD) or similar security-cleared environments. This pivotal role involves owning MOD-focused initiatives, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering results in a high-pressure, compliance-driven setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Team Management: Build and lead a team of Customer Success Managers (CSMs) focused on MOD projects, ensuring high performance and delivery excellence.
  • Strategic Ownership: Develop and execute tailored communications and project management plans that meet MOD-specific requirements.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for MOD stakeholders, demonstrating credibility and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Operational Excellence: Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget, adhering to stringent compliance and security standards.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with FSW founders, marketing, customer success, and product teams to align objectives and deliver impactful results.

Key Requirements

  • Proven Expertise: Extensive experience as a Project or Programme Manager, ideally within a top consultancy (e.g., Accenture) or a comparable role.
  • MOD Knowledge: In-depth familiarity with the MOD ecosystem or equivalent security-cleared environments, including strong communication skills for engaging with MOD stakeholders.
  • Security Clearance: Current clearance or demonstrable ability to pass stringent security vetting processes.
  • Leadership Skills: Experience hiring, managing, and developing high-performing teams.
  • Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment while maintaining institutional-grade professionalism.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication in English (native-level proficiency required).

What We Offer

  • Impactful Role: Shape the future of MOD-focused initiatives in a critical UK sector.
  • Career Growth: Opportunity to advance in the leadership team.
  • Dynamic Environment: Be part of a high-performing team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package tailored to exceptional candidates.
  • Foundational Influence: Work closely with the founder team to shape the company’s growth and direction.

Our Vision and Traction

  • Massive Market Opportunity: The data centre ecosystem represents a $10 trillion investment opportunity, spanning infrastructure, microchips, subsea cables, and more.
  • Proven Growth: With a near term goal of $10M ARR, the big picture for FSW is a $500M valuation. Think big!
  • Rapid Impact: We’re already partnering with 16 of the top 100 data centre builders globally to add to our exiting high touch customers. Having now secured the MOD – we’re in great shape! 
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