Job Title: Project Manager
Reporting to: VP Electrical Engineering, NautiQ
Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to work within Rolls-Royce Power Systems (RRPS) in Bristol. As part of NautIQ Solutions they will be focussing on delivering Submarine electrical products/services, specifically the latest submarines, to our Naval Marine customers. We're at the forefront of innovation and experience in the marine sector from standalone products to complex integrated systems. A leading provider of propulsion, handling and distribution solutions for naval markets, we have more than 4,000 customers, with 70 naval forces and over 30,000 commercial vessels using our equipment.
We pioneer cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet our planet's vital power needs. We're proud to be part of the pathway to net zero as we power society for generations to come.
Work with us and we'll welcome you into an inclusive culture, one that invests in your continuous learning and development, and gives you access to a wide breadth and depth of experience.
We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. As a minimum we're all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, a minimum of three days per week.
These principles shape our inclusive culture and professional development pathways. We offer competitive salary, bonus scheme, employee support programmes, and a wide range of benefits.
Our hybrid working model balances flexibility with collaboration, requiring a minimum three days in the office each week.
NautIQ Solutions is part of Rolls-Royce Power Systems, specialising in electrical, automation, and autonomy products for Naval and Commercial Marine customers. As Project Manager you will take full accountability for delivering a complex, multi-million-pound programme from Preliminary Design Review (PDR) through to Final Design, Build, and eventual delivery. The Project is strategically critical for NautIQ, requiring rigorous project management, stakeholder engagement, and disciplined delivery governance.
You will report directly to the VP of Electrical Engineering and lead a cross-functional team to deliver all contractual milestones, managing risks, resources, and customer engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
Project Leadership & Execution
Lead end-to-end project delivery during current Preliminary Design phaseDevelop and manage integrated project plans, ensuring resource, budget, and timeline commitments are achieved.Own the project budget and manage multi-million-pound financial delivery in line with contractual requirements.
Stakeholder Management
Lead complex stakeholder engagements, managing competing priorities and driving alignment across engineering, procurement, commercial, and operational teams.
Risk & Change Management
Identify and manage project risks and issues, ensuring mitigations are implemented and escalated appropriately.Manage scope and change control, ensuring effective communication and approvals for project variations.
Provide clear and concise reporting to executive leadership, programme boards, and the Audit & Risk Committee as required.Ensure compliance with PMO governance standards, lifecycle stage gates, and quality management protocols.
Lead and coordinate a cross-functional project team, supporting capability development and resource performance.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related technical discipline.Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering multi-million-pound projects in complex, technical environments.Strong leadership and project management skills, capable of managing design, build, and delivery phases.Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder networks, including senior customer representatives and cross-functional teams.Strong commercial and financial management acumen.Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, MSP) or equivalent.Experience managing defence or marine sector projects.Understanding of electrical engineering systems and/or large-scale manufacturing programmes.
This role requires the successful applicant to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. UK nationality is required due to project-specific constraints; Type of Contract
Keywords: Electrical Engineering Project Manager, Location: Bristol, ENG - BS2 9NX