Maritime Project Manager – MOD Programmes

Holt Executive Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Maritime Project Manager to lead critical implementation projects for the UK Ministry of Defence. The role involves managing installations of communications equipment across various government vessels. Ideal candidates will have experience in project management, especially with MOD, and a strong technical background in electrical or networking systems. This role offers significant responsibility in a fast-paced environment and requires travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing MOD or UK government projects.
• Experience in maritime electrical installation projects.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and balance priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage concurrent installation projects from initiation to delivery.
• Produce Equipment Guidance Packages and Installation Guidance Packages.
• Oversee internal project reporting and represent progress.

Skills

Project management experience with MOD

Hands-on involvement in maritime electrical installations

Technical background in electrical/electronic systems

Strong documentation skills

Strong customer-facing approach

Problem-solving ability

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Maritime Project Manager to lead and deliver critical implementation projects across the UK Ministry of Defence maritime domain. You will be responsible for managing the successful integration of communications and networking equipment across platforms including the Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, and other government vessels.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment, supporting some of the most mission-critical defence projects in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple, concurrent MOD maritime installation projects from initiation to delivery.
• Produce Equipment Guidance Packages (EGP), Installation Guidance Packages (IGP), and Modification Leaflets based on engineering input and site surveys.
• Lead the Change Impact Assessment Process (CIAP) in collaboration with engineering and assurance teams.
• Oversee internal project reporting and represent progress at customer governance meetings.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely equipment delivery and integration.
• Track project schedules, manage risk, and ensure all dependencies are identified and resolved.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in project management, specifically with MOD or UK government departments.
• Hands-on involvement in UK MOD maritime electrical installation projects.
• Technical background with electrical/electronic systems, IT networking, or satellite communications.
• Strong documentation skills, ideally with experience writing EGPs, IGPs, and Mod Leaflets.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, balance priorities, and drive delivery under pressure.
• DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, or the ability to obtain it.

What You'll Need

• Strong customer-facing approach with attention to detail and a flexible mindset.
• Project ownership mentality with sound judgement and problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to travel across the UK as required for site visits and installations.
• Familiarity with standard project reporting tools and MS Office applications.

Why Apply?

This is a high-impact role offering real responsibility on nationally important projects, working with dedicated professionals in the defence and communications sectors. If you're proactive, technically fluent, and thrive in a complex delivery environment, we’d love to hear from you.