Project Manager (Base)

Job Title: Project Manager (Base)

Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP)

Service Area: Infrastructure Programme

Hours of Work: 37 Per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 – 60,000

What you will be doing:

As Project Manager within the Base team, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned projects within the programme. Working under the guidance of the Programme Manager, you will ensure that project objectives are met on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will be the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and will coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure successful delivery.

You will lead the end-to-end delivery of construction and refurbishment projects—from initial scope definition through to completion and handover—ensuring structural integrity and full compliance with Building Regulations, British Standards, and statutory safety frameworks.

• Collaborate with certified contractors and manufacturers to validate installations and secure all necessary documentation, certifications, and commissioning records.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with precision—balancing timelines, budgets, risks, and reporting requirements while maintaining momentum through strong leadership and communication.
• Cultivate trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation, apply sound commercial judgment, and take ownership of challenges from inception to resolution.
• Able to confidently use project management tools and adapt quickly to a fast-moving operational environment.
• Ensure project compliance with SHEQ requirements.
• Raise SAP transactions and seek approvals within DOA.

What you will bring:

• We are seeking a skilled Project Manager with comprehensive expertise across construction management disciplines with proficiency in; delivery assurance, milestone tracking, and risk escalation.
• You will be able to demonstrate a solid foundation in construction practices, UK building regulations, health and safety standards, and the full project lifecycle.
• Familiarity with defence infrastructure and MoD processes - would be a benefit.

About you:

• You will hold APM PMQ or prepared to gain qualification.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills – you plan well in advance, sets clear objectives, reviews progress against plan, and encourage improvements.
• Proactive mindset

You’ll get:

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period
• Early finish on a Friday
• Discretionary company bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or you can increase your contribution to 6% and company contribution will increase to 10%
• Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s)
• Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
• Cycle to work scheme
• Group income protection
• Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
• Free parking onsite
• Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.
• Continued professional career development
• Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
• Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services
• Discount off entry into the Historic Dockyard

Application process:

Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of Wednesday 27th May 2026.

Background checks & security

Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team.

About us:

At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy.

With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other.

By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.

KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief.

We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact recruitment@kbsmaritime.com