Project Manager – Maritime & Marine Engineering
Department: Projects
Contract Type: Permanent
Office Attendance: Initially fully onsite (2/3 months); flexible thereafter depending on project workload
About the Role
I am seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of bespoke engineering projects in the maritime, marine, and offshore sectors. The role requires a strong engineering mindset combined with proven project management expertise. You will manage cutting-edge engineering projects from concept through to delivery, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, technical leads, systems engineers, and specialists to ensure customers receive innovative, reliable, and high-quality solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
* Plan, resource, and execute bespoke engineering projects aligned with customer specifications and internal processes.
* Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specification.
* Lead multi-disciplinary teams throughout the full project lifecycle.
* Track progress, adapt plans, and ensure quality of all deliverables.
* Assist with non-recurring engineering (NRE) cost estimations and monitor costs against project plans.
Project Planning & Documentation
* Develop comprehensive project specifications, system designs, and functional test procedures.
* Prepare and manage project documentation including manuals, manufacturing record books, interface specifications, handling and storage procedures, and test/inspection plans.
Risk & Governance
* Identify, document, assess, and mitigate project risks, escalating significant risks to senior management.
* Lead and participate in internal and external gateway reviews.
* Ensure compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and ISO9001.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
* Manage customer engagement, including meetings and communications.
* Provide clear, timely communication to internal and external stakeholders.
* Support installation and commissioning activities remotely where required.
* Conduct project closeouts and capture lessons learned.
Core Competencies
* Drive for results, proactivity, and innovation
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
* High attention to detail and quality focus
* Teamwork, relationship building, and customer service excellence
* Adaptable, flexible, and resilient
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Proven project management experience in an engineering environment
* Experience delivering projects involving cross-functional teams
* Experience liaising with customers and stakeholders at all levels
* Strong planning, scheduling, and organisational skills
* Degree (BSc/BEng or equivalent) in Engineering or relevant industry experience
Desirable:
* Experience delivering defence-sector or bespoke engineering solutions
* Mechanical design, programme/project management experience
* Experience managing multi-item system integration projects
* Knowledge of good engineering practice and working with harsh or inaccessible environments
Qualifications
* Degree (BSc/BEng or equivalent) in Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
* APM PMQ, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification desirable
Security Clearance
* Ability to obtain UK security clearance is essential
Additional Information & Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements depending on project workload
* State-of-the-art facility with free parking
* Competitive benefits package
Contact Coral at DCS to apply