Facilities Project Manager

Description:

Want to join a company a trusted and reputable company with a broad portfolio of capabilities across the Maritime domain?

Overview

Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance *minimum 5 years UK residency*

Working: The role is office/hybrid based with occasional travel to other company/customer's sites in the UK or abroad.

"All the pros of a small business with the security of a multinational" *Glassdoor review

"The engineering staff are great, very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Very good team atmosphere, with people always willing to help" *Glassdoor review

Named as Gold Award winner in MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for 2021

In this role you will report to the Portfolio Manager and will be responsible for co-ordination of project management activity for a major facility expansion project to support the ongoing growth of the business. You will be an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in successful delivery of complex projects. While you will not be directly responsible for the construction aspects of the project, previous experience in construction project management or facilities management would be desirable.

Responsibilities:

Be the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders including architects, contractors, test & development engineering team
Manage requirements along with meeting the business goals of schedule, budget, completion of milestones, risk management
Monitor project performance against plan, cost and delivery, and identify appropriate corrective actions by conducting periodic cost, schedule, performance and risk reviews
Prioritise, identify and obtain the required resources, including facilities, tools and personnel to achieve successful project execution
Supply accurate cost and schedule information in the preparation of bids and reports
Provide effective leadership, manage all customer and supplier interfaces, and communicate effectively to Senior Management, team members and peers to establish a common understanding of Project Scope and plan for successful programme execution
Motivate the team by communicating a shared vision, providing direction, setting goals and mentoring, creating a team environment that encourages people to work towards common objectives
Carry out other duties that may reasonably be required by the Programmes Director or the Portfolio Manager in support of department activitiesExperience needed:

Experienced Project Manager with a successful track record in setting up and executing full project lifecycle, including concept, launch, product development, transition to production, product delivery and in service support
Educated to degree level in Business/Engineering.
APM qualified (or equivalent)
Excellent leadership, delegation and team work skills with a collaborative mindset
Excellent communication, influencing and persuading skills at all levels in the business
High commercial and business awareness, customer focus and sales orientation
Resilient - able to operate effectively under stretching project constraints, pressure and displays sound judgement at all times
PC and keyboard literate and working knowledge of project management tools, plus working knowledge of IFS or an equivalent ERP system
Routine UK and occasional overseas travel will be requiredDesirable:

Experience in the Defence / Aerospace or safety regulated environment would be advantageous
Experience in the Naval / Maritime domain would be advantageous.
Experience in construction project management or facilities management would be highly desirable
Experience of managing multi-disciplined projects with a focus on systems engineering and integration and/or manufacturing is desirable

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