Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Kinver, West Midlands
Senior Business Development Manager - Defence Working on an exclusive basis, we are supporting Associated British Ports - ABP, to identify a NEW strategic Senior Business Development Manager on an initial 2-year fixed term contract, to further expand their defence sector activities. As the largest port operator in the UK, this position of Senior Business Development Manager will report to and work alongside the Port Director/CEO and is to deliver commercial growth for defence related activity through ABP's land and facilities, whether through existing links with the Ministry of Defence and similar relationships or, through private company / organisation attraction. Specifically, the role will identify, target, negotiate and manage contracts with Defence customers and contractors (including Defence Primes and their supply chains), ensuring compliant, profitable and resilient long-term partnerships. Indicative clients are defence stakeholders including MoD, DE&S, BAE, Babcock, QinetiQ and other key integrators, as well as SME's and other organisations. Recognising the prominence of their existing operations close to UK maritime/water locations, as well as the considerable land and facilities development opportunities which exist in secure relating locations, the Senior Business Development Manager will specifically: - Develop and deliver ABP's Defence commercial strategy aligned with regional and group priorities. - Identify market opportunities related to Defence estate, ship visits, laybys, logistics, training, R&D activities and infrastructure projects. - Prepare, lead and negotiate tenders, bids and multi-year commercial agreements. - Work closely with Strategy, Property and Operations to build Defence offerings aligned to capability and port assets. In addition: - Own the commercial lifecycle: pricing, terms, negotiation, contract mobilisation and renewals. - Ensure clarity of scope, service levels and KPIs for all Defence customers. - Track and manage revenue performance, identifying risks and opportunities. o Consideration on Security will need to be made on potential customer interests from outside of the UK. - Ensure that all property business at both Regional and Group level is conducted in a manner that complies with relevant legislation, ABP and environmental regulations & guidelines. - Support and manage bid and tender delivery and include: o Programme integration and development o Internal company communication and customer integration o Target added-value content and future programme inclusion - Represent ABP at events and forums. - Report internally on opportunity and project status as well as provide direction on timing plans and revenue prospects. - Maintain close alignment with port leadership teams, operations, marine, safety, and legal. - Support Group initiatives that involve Defence estate, property agreements or infrastructure partnerships. Coordinating with Property on Defence estate leases, easements and long-term land arrangements. - Work closely with Finance Business Partners for forecasting, pricing and margin review. - Contribute to defence-related capital projects, feasibility studies and business cases. - Provide commercial insight for major Defence port developments or infrastructure upgrades. To support this position, suitable candidates should/will have the following experience levels: - Experience working with MoD and defence Primes. - Proven commercial management experience within defence, marine, logistics, infrastructure or government contracting. - Strong negotiation and contract management skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with complex stakeholders and sensitive programmes. - Financial literacy with experience in pricing, revenue modelling and contract performance analysis. - Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. - An effective network within the Defence Industry. - Understanding of port operations, marine services, supply chain or major infrastructure delivery. - Degree in Business, Commercial, Law, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience). - Professional commercial or procurement certification desirable (e.g., CIPS, IACCM/WorldCC). This is a strategically focused position seeking a commercially experienced professional. With defence sector awareness being a MUST, you should be able to support security clearances and can support working on a hybrid/remote basis, being able to travel as required. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Senior Business Development Manager - Defence Working on an exclusive basis, we are supporting Associated British Ports - ABP, to identify a NEW strategic Senior Business Development Manager on an initial 2-year fixed term contract, to further expand their defence sector activities. As the largest port operator in the UK, this position of Senior Business Development Manager will report to and work alongside the Port Director/CEO and is to deliver commercial growth for defence related activity through ABP's land and facilities, whether through existing links with the Ministry of Defence and similar relationships or, through private company / organisation attraction. Specifically, the role will identify, target, negotiate and manage contracts with Defence customers and contractors (including Defence Primes and their supply chains), ensuring compliant, profitable and resilient long-term partnerships. Indicative clients are defence stakeholders including MoD, DE&S, BAE, Babcock, QinetiQ and other key integrators, as well as SME's and other organisations. Recognising the prominence of their existing operations close to UK maritime/water locations, as well as the considerable land and facilities development opportunities which exist in secure relating locations, the Senior Business Development Manager will specifically: - Develop and deliver ABP's Defence commercial strategy aligned with regional and group priorities. - Identify market opportunities related to Defence estate, ship visits, laybys, logistics, training, R&D activities and infrastructure projects. - Prepare, lead and negotiate tenders, bids and multi-year commercial agreements. - Work closely with Strategy, Property and Operations to build Defence offerings aligned to capability and port assets. In addition: - Own the commercial lifecycle: pricing, terms, negotiation, contract mobilisation and renewals. - Ensure clarity of scope, service levels and KPIs for all Defence customers. - Track and manage revenue performance, identifying risks and opportunities. o Consideration on Security will need to be made on potential customer interests from outside of the UK. - Ensure that all property business at both Regional and Group level is conducted in a manner that complies with relevant legislation, ABP and environmental regulations & guidelines. - Support and manage bid and tender delivery and include: o Programme integration and development o Internal company communication and customer integration o Target added-value content and future programme inclusion - Represent ABP at events and forums. - Report internally on opportunity and project status as well as provide direction on timing plans and revenue prospects. - Maintain close alignment with port leadership teams, operations, marine, safety, and legal. - Support Group initiatives that involve Defence estate, property agreements or infrastructure partnerships. Coordinating with Property on Defence estate leases, easements and long-term land arrangements. - Work closely with Finance Business Partners for forecasting, pricing and margin review. - Contribute to defence-related capital projects, feasibility studies and business cases. - Provide commercial insight for major Defence port developments or infrastructure upgrades. To support this position, suitable candidates should/will have the following experience levels: - Experience working with MoD and defence Primes. - Proven commercial management experience within defence, marine, logistics, infrastructure or government contracting. - Strong negotiation and contract management skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with complex stakeholders and sensitive programmes. - Financial literacy with experience in pricing, revenue modelling and contract performance analysis. - Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. - An effective network within the Defence Industry. - Understanding of port operations, marine services, supply chain or major infrastructure delivery. - Degree in Business, Commercial, Law, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience). - Professional commercial or procurement certification desirable (e.g., CIPS, IACCM/WorldCC). This is a strategically focused position seeking a commercially experienced professional. With defence sector awareness being a MUST, you should be able to support security clearances and can support working on a hybrid/remote basis, being able to travel as required. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Contract Bid Project Manager Rochester Based 67.47 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contracts As a Bid Project Manager, you will lead and deliver complex bids and proposals across a range of product lines, operating primarily in the early stages of the project lifecycle. You will run bids as structured, high-impact projects - from opportunity shaping and campaign activity through to contract award and handover into execution. This is a highly visible role where your work directly contributes to major business wins. You will operate at pace, lead multi-disciplinary teams across a matrix organisation, and apply strong project management discipline to ensure bids are delivered on time, to quality, and in line with commercial and customer objectives. This role is ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in early-lifecycle environments. Knowledge: Proven experience leading complex bids, proposals or early-lifecycle projects from capture through to contract award, ideally within an engineering, aerospace, defence or similarly regulated environment. Strong project management capability, with experience applying planning, scheduling, risk management, governance and controls. Experience operating across multiple phases of the lifecycle, particularly campaigns, new Business proposals and early solution development. Strong commercial and financial awareness, with the ability to balance cost, schedule, risk and value. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to customers and executive stakeholders. Resilience and confidence operating in high-pressure, time-critical environments. Skills: Advanced MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI), plus familiarity with MS Project or similar For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
Contract Bid Project Manager Rochester Based 67.47 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contracts As a Bid Project Manager, you will lead and deliver complex bids and proposals across a range of product lines, operating primarily in the early stages of the project lifecycle. You will run bids as structured, high-impact projects - from opportunity shaping and campaign activity through to contract award and handover into execution. This is a highly visible role where your work directly contributes to major business wins. You will operate at pace, lead multi-disciplinary teams across a matrix organisation, and apply strong project management discipline to ensure bids are delivered on time, to quality, and in line with commercial and customer objectives. This role is ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in early-lifecycle environments. Knowledge: Proven experience leading complex bids, proposals or early-lifecycle projects from capture through to contract award, ideally within an engineering, aerospace, defence or similarly regulated environment. Strong project management capability, with experience applying planning, scheduling, risk management, governance and controls. Experience operating across multiple phases of the lifecycle, particularly campaigns, new Business proposals and early solution development. Strong commercial and financial awareness, with the ability to balance cost, schedule, risk and value. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to customers and executive stakeholders. Resilience and confidence operating in high-pressure, time-critical environments. Skills: Advanced MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI), plus familiarity with MS Project or similar For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.
Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Defence Infrastructure Location: Leeds - Hybrid Working Security Clearance Required: Sole UK Nationals Only Join a Global Leader in Defence Infrastructure Delivery A world-renowned consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its expanding Defence Infrastructure team in Leeds . You'll play a key role in shaping, managing, and delivering some of the UK's most complex and high-value defence and infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to lead high-impact projects while advancing your career within a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainability-driven environment. With a strong pipeline of projects across the North of England and beyond, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, client success, and professional excellence. The Role As a Senior Project Manager, you'll take ownership of delivering significant infrastructure and construction projects - typically ranging between 1m and 20m, with opportunities for larger-scale commissions. You'll lead project teams, manage key stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful outcomes across time, cost, quality, and risk parameters. Key Responsibilities Lead the full project lifecycle from strategic definition through to handover and close-out Manage client relationships and act as the main point of contact for key stakeholders Oversee contract administration (NEC preferred; JCT/FIDIC experience also valuable) Drive best practice in project delivery, risk management, and governance Ensure health & safety and CDM compliance throughout project phases Mentor junior project managers and contribute to team development About You 5+ years of project management experience in infrastructure or construction, ideally within Defence, Rail, Highways, or Utilities Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (accreditation desirable) Track record of leading projects from concept to completion Degree qualified in construction, engineering, or project management discipline Chartered or working toward chartership with a relevant professional body (e.g. APM, RICS, ICE) Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Proactive, commercially aware, and solution-focused Security Clearance Requirement Due to the nature of this work, applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and eligible for UK MoD Security Clearance (SC) . Working Arrangements The role is hybrid, with approximately 50% of time expected on client sites or in the Leeds office. Flexibility is provided based on business and project needs, with in-person collaboration encouraged to support project success and team culture. Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your project management career and lead critical Defence Infrastructure programmes, contact Charlie Voss at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) to apply or learn more.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Defence Infrastructure Location: Leeds - Hybrid Working Security Clearance Required: Sole UK Nationals Only Join a Global Leader in Defence Infrastructure Delivery A world-renowned consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its expanding Defence Infrastructure team in Leeds . You'll play a key role in shaping, managing, and delivering some of the UK's most complex and high-value defence and infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to lead high-impact projects while advancing your career within a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainability-driven environment. With a strong pipeline of projects across the North of England and beyond, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, client success, and professional excellence. The Role As a Senior Project Manager, you'll take ownership of delivering significant infrastructure and construction projects - typically ranging between 1m and 20m, with opportunities for larger-scale commissions. You'll lead project teams, manage key stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful outcomes across time, cost, quality, and risk parameters. Key Responsibilities Lead the full project lifecycle from strategic definition through to handover and close-out Manage client relationships and act as the main point of contact for key stakeholders Oversee contract administration (NEC preferred; JCT/FIDIC experience also valuable) Drive best practice in project delivery, risk management, and governance Ensure health & safety and CDM compliance throughout project phases Mentor junior project managers and contribute to team development About You 5+ years of project management experience in infrastructure or construction, ideally within Defence, Rail, Highways, or Utilities Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (accreditation desirable) Track record of leading projects from concept to completion Degree qualified in construction, engineering, or project management discipline Chartered or working toward chartership with a relevant professional body (e.g. APM, RICS, ICE) Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Proactive, commercially aware, and solution-focused Security Clearance Requirement Due to the nature of this work, applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and eligible for UK MoD Security Clearance (SC) . Working Arrangements The role is hybrid, with approximately 50% of time expected on client sites or in the Leeds office. Flexibility is provided based on business and project needs, with in-person collaboration encouraged to support project success and team culture. Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your project management career and lead critical Defence Infrastructure programmes, contact Charlie Voss at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) to apply or learn more.
Job Title: Framework Manager - Nuclear Projects Location: South West England - Bristol, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Somerset, Wiltshire (with flexibility for travel and client site engagement along the M5 / M4 corridor) Salary: Highly Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Overview: A Global Engineering Company is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Framework Manager to lead delivery across a portfolio of nuclear projects. This client-facing role requires a technically credible professional with strong business development and project management experience, capable of embedding within Tier 1 client teams, building trusted relationships, and identifying future work packages. Relevant experience may include working with organisations such as EDF, Babcock, HPC, Sizewell, AWE, AEA, MoD, NNL etc and being based remotely in the South-West of England along the M5 / M4 Corridor What We're Looking For: This role suits a technically credible professional with a strong engineering background, prior Framework Management experience within the Nuclear Sector, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a proven ability to identify and shape future workstreams. You'll be commercially aware, confident working within Tier 1 client environments, and able to act as Engineering Manager on complex nuclear projects. Experience in business development and project management is essential, along with the ability to build trust and deliver results in regulated environments. Key Responsibilities of Framework Manager Lead delivery across nuclear framework contracts, ensuring performance across time, cost, quality, and safety Act as Engineering Manager on large-scale ( m+) projects Embed within client teams to understand evolving needs and influence scope Build relationships that unlock future opportunities and draw out new workstreams Provide technical input into tenders and business development Chair design, peer, and risk reviews; oversee engineering estimates Mentor engineering staff and contribute to succession planning Escalate complex issues with recommended solutions to senior leadership Strategic & Commercial Focus: Translate client needs into actionable scopes and delivery plans Identify and secure future workstreams through proactive engagement Support commercial teams with technical insight during bidding and negotiation Promote continuous improvement and lessons learned across the framework Essential Requirements for Framework Manager Role: Engineering degree (BEng/BSc) - postgraduate qualification (MEng/MSc/PhD) preferred Chartered Engineer status (IMechE, IET, or equivalent) strongly preferred Prior experience of Framwork Management within the Nuclear Industry, working as a Technical Authority Experience with Tier 1 Nuclear Energy Clients (or Nuclear Research / Nuclear Defence-related organisations & Frameworks) Strong understanding of nuclear safety cases and lifecycle engineering Proven business development and project management capability Must be a British National and able to gain SC clearance or already hold SC clearance Ready to Apply? If you're looking for a strategic leadership role in the nuclear sector and want to work with a global engineering organisation on long-term frameworks, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Framework Manager - Nuclear Projects Location: South West England - Bristol, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Somerset, Wiltshire (with flexibility for travel and client site engagement along the M5 / M4 corridor) Salary: Highly Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Overview: A Global Engineering Company is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Framework Manager to lead delivery across a portfolio of nuclear projects. This client-facing role requires a technically credible professional with strong business development and project management experience, capable of embedding within Tier 1 client teams, building trusted relationships, and identifying future work packages. Relevant experience may include working with organisations such as EDF, Babcock, HPC, Sizewell, AWE, AEA, MoD, NNL etc and being based remotely in the South-West of England along the M5 / M4 Corridor What We're Looking For: This role suits a technically credible professional with a strong engineering background, prior Framework Management experience within the Nuclear Sector, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a proven ability to identify and shape future workstreams. You'll be commercially aware, confident working within Tier 1 client environments, and able to act as Engineering Manager on complex nuclear projects. Experience in business development and project management is essential, along with the ability to build trust and deliver results in regulated environments. Key Responsibilities of Framework Manager Lead delivery across nuclear framework contracts, ensuring performance across time, cost, quality, and safety Act as Engineering Manager on large-scale ( m+) projects Embed within client teams to understand evolving needs and influence scope Build relationships that unlock future opportunities and draw out new workstreams Provide technical input into tenders and business development Chair design, peer, and risk reviews; oversee engineering estimates Mentor engineering staff and contribute to succession planning Escalate complex issues with recommended solutions to senior leadership Strategic & Commercial Focus: Translate client needs into actionable scopes and delivery plans Identify and secure future workstreams through proactive engagement Support commercial teams with technical insight during bidding and negotiation Promote continuous improvement and lessons learned across the framework Essential Requirements for Framework Manager Role: Engineering degree (BEng/BSc) - postgraduate qualification (MEng/MSc/PhD) preferred Chartered Engineer status (IMechE, IET, or equivalent) strongly preferred Prior experience of Framwork Management within the Nuclear Industry, working as a Technical Authority Experience with Tier 1 Nuclear Energy Clients (or Nuclear Research / Nuclear Defence-related organisations & Frameworks) Strong understanding of nuclear safety cases and lifecycle engineering Proven business development and project management capability Must be a British National and able to gain SC clearance or already hold SC clearance Ready to Apply? If you're looking for a strategic leadership role in the nuclear sector and want to work with a global engineering organisation on long-term frameworks, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Project Manager opportunity to join our team on or long term Framework / Projects within the Helensburgh area. For this position a strong knowledge of M&E is preferable but not essential. This is a diverse framework with several different projects taking place at any one time. The position will also require full security clearance to be considered for the role. Overall responsibility for the Contract Performance of the projects within the portfolio. This includes each project's cost / programme / quality / HSE performance across all stages from conception to completion. The Project Manager is the most senior project-based member of staff and is the leader of the project team. The team is responsible for the effective and efficient running of the project; ensuring the project is planned, programmed and delivered on time to the satisfaction of the client with respect to quality, safety, environmental impact and budget. Accountable for: The programme performance of the projects within their portfolio, across all stages. The commercial performance (including change control) of the projects within their portfolio, across all stages. The accurate completion of the Monthly Project Review Dashboards and associated reporting (review of these to be held with Portfolio Contract/Commercial Managers). Management of all risks and opportunities of the projects within their portfolio, across all stages. SHEQ performance of all sites within their portfolio. Procurement and supply chain performance across their portfolio. Responsible for: Agree project targets with the Contracts Manager, and ensure progress is measured regularly and feedback provided through the business reporting procedures. Prioritisation of tasks across portfolio. Manage and support the production of a fully resourced programme across the portfolio and ensure: Design, procurement and construction phases are clearly defined with a critical path and milestones Ensure that commercial team are fully involved in the plan and requirements Establish clear areas of responsibility for delivery of the plan Attend (appropriate) collaborative planning and programme review meetings. Ensure that progress is monitored and the programme updated by: Organising regular update meetings with the project team. Update overall strategy if required and give direction on key dates, critical path and areas of concern. Be a champion for improving HSEQ performance: Be familiar with and observe all relevant statutory provisions applicable to construction and related industries. Implement the company's procedures for managing HSEQ requirements and ensure that the Client receives the necessary documentation to satisfy their needs. Ensure an overall Site Management Plan is produced for each project, and that safe systems of work are prepared for each activity. Ensure all employees, self-employed and sub-contractors understand their HSEQ responsibilities and are adequately trained and competent. Ensure that all accidents and incidents are reported to the HSEQ Manager, and undertake necessary investigations, and make recommendations to prevent recurrence. Ensure 4-weekly HSEQ planning meetings are held and are adequate. Be responsible for ensuring adequate training, support and mentoring is provided to the project teams to allow them to fulfil their HSEQ responsibilities. via initiatives and rigorous application of the HSEQ Management System. About you Technical qualification (example Degree in civil engineering or HND) Proven technical organisational skills Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues Experience in civil engineering If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Project Manager opportunity to join our team on or long term Framework / Projects within the Helensburgh area. For this position a strong knowledge of M&E is preferable but not essential. This is a diverse framework with several different projects taking place at any one time. The position will also require full security clearance to be considered for the role. Overall responsibility for the Contract Performance of the projects within the portfolio. This includes each project's cost / programme / quality / HSE performance across all stages from conception to completion. The Project Manager is the most senior project-based member of staff and is the leader of the project team. The team is responsible for the effective and efficient running of the project; ensuring the project is planned, programmed and delivered on time to the satisfaction of the client with respect to quality, safety, environmental impact and budget. Accountable for: The programme performance of the projects within their portfolio, across all stages. The commercial performance (including change control) of the projects within their portfolio, across all stages. The accurate completion of the Monthly Project Review Dashboards and associated reporting (review of these to be held with Portfolio Contract/Commercial Managers). Management of all risks and opportunities of the projects within their portfolio, across all stages. SHEQ performance of all sites within their portfolio. Procurement and supply chain performance across their portfolio. Responsible for: Agree project targets with the Contracts Manager, and ensure progress is measured regularly and feedback provided through the business reporting procedures. Prioritisation of tasks across portfolio. Manage and support the production of a fully resourced programme across the portfolio and ensure: Design, procurement and construction phases are clearly defined with a critical path and milestones Ensure that commercial team are fully involved in the plan and requirements Establish clear areas of responsibility for delivery of the plan Attend (appropriate) collaborative planning and programme review meetings. Ensure that progress is monitored and the programme updated by: Organising regular update meetings with the project team. Update overall strategy if required and give direction on key dates, critical path and areas of concern. Be a champion for improving HSEQ performance: Be familiar with and observe all relevant statutory provisions applicable to construction and related industries. Implement the company's procedures for managing HSEQ requirements and ensure that the Client receives the necessary documentation to satisfy their needs. Ensure an overall Site Management Plan is produced for each project, and that safe systems of work are prepared for each activity. Ensure all employees, self-employed and sub-contractors understand their HSEQ responsibilities and are adequately trained and competent. Ensure that all accidents and incidents are reported to the HSEQ Manager, and undertake necessary investigations, and make recommendations to prevent recurrence. Ensure 4-weekly HSEQ planning meetings are held and are adequate. Be responsible for ensuring adequate training, support and mentoring is provided to the project teams to allow them to fulfil their HSEQ responsibilities. via initiatives and rigorous application of the HSEQ Management System. About you Technical qualification (example Degree in civil engineering or HND) Proven technical organisational skills Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues Experience in civil engineering If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
