Company Overview
We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain, handling about one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contributing £7.5 billion to the economy annually.
Job Overview
This role is for a Civil Engineering focused Project Manager who will manage projects across our Southampton ports valued between £50,000 and £20 million. You will be responsible for commissioning, procurement, delivery and hand‑over of infrastructure works such as dock walls, portal frame sheds, rail, drainage, pavements, jetties, and dredging operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop project plans from inception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation.
- Lead procurement activities and manage contractor and consultant works.
- Ensure all health and safety, environmental and regulatory requirements are met.
- Coordinate delivery of assets such as docks, sheds, rail layouts, drainage, pavements, jetties and major dredging works.
- Provide regular status reporting and stakeholder communication.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related subject.
- Demonstrated experience delivering civil engineering projects of comparable scale.
- Strong commitment to Health & Safety with experience overseeing contractor and consultant works.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Chartered member or currently working toward membership (ideal).
- Experience in marine infrastructure projects highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills; enthusiasm and confidence.
Skills & Experience
- Health & Safety and environmental experience in engineering projects.
- Project management of engineering works.
- Great communication and team working skills.
- An enthusiastic and confident nature.
- Experience of contract management.
- PC literate with experience in Word and Excel.
- Chartered member or working towards (ideal).
- Experience of Marine Infrastructure projects highly desirable.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Contributory pension from day one (starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match).
- Private health insurance and dental coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional days.
- Wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers.
- In‑house training academy with ongoing opportunities for development.
Additional Information
- Random screening for substance abuse and a zero‑tolerance policy.
- A medical examination will be required before starting the position.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background. We strive to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
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