HMNB Devonport (HMS Drake), Plymouth, PL2 2BG Job Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen with the HMNB Devonport Communications & Information Systems (CIS) Team for a Project Manager. The successful candidate will work closely with Infrastructure Delivery Officers to plan and deliver concurrently a range of small, medium and large CIS projects of varying degrees of complexity, efficiently and within cost quality and time parameters. Reporting to the CIS PMO Manager, the successful candidate will be part of the Naval Base Commander’s (NBC) CIS Team in Devonport, with an overriding drive to develop the Naval Base and Dockyard site communications infrastructure to support the military capabilities of the future, enabled through a modern and digitised ICT network, delivered in close partnership with Industry Partners and other stakeholders across Defence. HM Naval Base Devonport has evolved into one of the largest bases of its kind in Western Europe and is today, a key Defence asset as a main operating and support base for the Royal Navy. The unique opportunities offered within are varied, challenging and exciting in supporting the Royal Navy to generate and operate forces world-wide for today and ensuring that we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Naval Service of the future. The Naval Base provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment with Civil Servants and Armed Forces personnel working together across a wealth of interesting and challenging roles in a variety of disciplines from finance, legal services, personnel and HR, strategic and project planning through to contract management, engineering, digital and media services. The wider Devonport site, consists of HM Naval Base (Devonport) (MOD owned) and Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited (DRDL) (Babcock owned). By its nature, the site is a highly complex environment where a myriad of strategic demands, commercial and financial arrangements combine to deliver Defence outputs. Key to supporting the Naval Base deliver best for Defence outputs is CIS, which is far and wide-reaching across the Devonport site. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job Description Are you an experienced project manager with a passion for delivering impactful results? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? If so, this role offers you the opportunity to lead and coordinate a variety of Communications and Information Systems (CIS) projects, ranging from small-scale initiatives to complex, large-scale programmes. In this role, you will take ownership of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You will work closely with technical teams to develop practical and forward-thinking solutions that align with future strategies and operational needs. Are you ready to take on the challenge of managing projects that directly support critical operations? You will have the chance to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including industry partners, Defence Digital, Navy Digital, and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation. Building strong relationships will be key to ensuring project success. Can you see yourself as the trusted point of contact for CIS expertise, providing guidance and support to teams across the site? Your role will also involve identifying and managing risks, ensuring compliance with MOD policies, and maintaining high standards of quality and assurance. You will play a vital part in shaping the future of CIS infrastructure and services at HMNB Devonport and HMS Drake. This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, thrives under pressure, and is motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a forward-looking, collaborative team? Are you an experienced project manager with a passion for delivering impactful results? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? If so, this role offers you the opportunity to lead and coordinate a variety of Communications and Information Systems (CIS) projects, ranging from small-scale initiatives to complex, large-scale programmes. In this role, you will take ownership of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You will work closely with technical teams to develop practical and forward-thinking solutions that align with future strategies and operational needs. Are you ready to take on the challenge of managing projects that directly support critical operations? You will have the chance to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including industry partners, Defence Digital, Navy Digital, and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation. Building strong relationships will be key to ensuring project success. Can you see yourself as the trusted point of contact for CIS expertise, providing guidance and support to teams across the site? Your role will also involve identifying and managing risks, ensuring compliance with MOD policies, and maintaining high standards of quality and assurance. You will play a vital part in shaping the future of CIS infrastructure and services at HMNB Devonport and HMS Drake. This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, thrives under pressure, and is motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a forward-looking, collaborative team? Person specification A strong background in project delivery using the APM Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) framework or extensive experience in alternative best practice methodologies. Excellent oral communication, presentation, and organisational skills. Able to create written work to a high standard including Business Cases; Project Initiation Documents and User Requirement Documents. Excel in stakeholder engagement, showcasing exceptional communication skills to manage relationships effectively with clients, suppliers and internal teams. Exemplifies a ‘One Team’ mindset, builds and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with others to find solutions to problems together to maintain outputs. Essential Qualifications Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in CIS/ICT/IT/Digital, Project Management Or Extensive experience in a similar field Qualifications Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in CIS/ICT/IT/Digital, Project Management Or Extensive experience in a similar field Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Leadership Making Effective Decisions Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Changing and Improving Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: P3M19 – Stakeholder & Communications Management Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role A unique and modern working environment based in the UK's Ocean City on the stunning south-west coast in Devon An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity On site facilities include coffee shops, gym, swimming pool and wider recreational, leisure and sporting opportunities, a children’s nursery, and a variety of dining facilities Discounts on a range of goods and services, from insurance and mobile phone bills to days out and retail Recognition and reward schemes Special paid leave for volunteering (up to 6 days per year) Annual leave of 25 days; rising 1 day per year to 30 days upon completion of 5 years Excellent annual leave and maternity/paternity allowances A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. 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The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience. Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (500 Word count) At sift, you will be assessed against your CV, Statement of suitability and the following: Changing & Improving At Interview, You Will Be Assessed Against The Following Changing & Improving Leadership Making Effective Decisions Working Together Technical Skills - P3M19 – Stakeholder & Communications Management Sift & Interview to be held at HMNB Devonport, Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. 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The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). 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