Navy Command - Project Manager 4, Major Projects, Infrastructure Directorate

Ministry of Defence; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governmental organization is seeking a Project Manager for Major Projects in Plymouth. This role involves managing significant infrastructure projects and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience and a strong grasp of budget oversight. Remote working options can be discussed. Apply via the Civil Service Jobs website.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing major projects within an infrastructure environment.
• Strong understanding of budget management and financial approvals.
• Ability to develop Business Cases and supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver identified major projects within the Infrastructure Directorate.
• Work closely with Enabling Organisation and Industry Partners.
• Develop Business Cases for Infrastructure approvals.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Job description

Overview

HMNB Devonport has a significant infrastructure portfolio. The Infrastructure Directorate is a key enabler to ensuring the Naval Base is able to deliver its outputs supporting the Navy Command Director Submarines portfolio. Naval Base infrastructure is managed by a collaborative MOD and Industry Partner team who work together to deliver infrastructure availability and to shape the future of the site to deliver the best for Defence and its people. Project Manager 4, Major Projects will play a critical role in delivering fit for purpose infrastructure, for now and for the future, through the effective management and delivery of projects.

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of identified major projects within the Infrastructure Directorate, including managing requirements, budgets and acting as project sponsor. They will work closely with the Enabling Organisation and Industry Partner(s) to deliver positive outcomes for the Naval Base. Assisting in the preparation of assessment phases (and gateway reviews).

Responsibilities

• Deliver identified major projects within the Infrastructure Directorate, including managing requirements and budgets and acting as project sponsor.
• Work closely with the Enabling Organisation and Industry Partner(s) to deliver positive outcomes for the Naval Base.
• Assist in the preparation of assessment phases (and gateway reviews).
• Develop Business Cases and supporting artefacts for submission through the Navy Command Infrastructure, or His Majesty’s Naval Base Devonport Infrastructure approvals and corporate governance processes.
• Manage agreed budgets and financial approvals in relation to project delivery and, where required, provide inputs to the PMO for Financial Planning (Annual Budgeting Cycle).
• Through effective Stakeholder Management, monitor and report to the team leader on project delivery performance.
• Manage and record change and risk, identifying and taking remedial action where appropriate.
• Be responsible for a project support officer and work as part of the Major Projects and Infrastructure Directorate team, contributing towards sustaining and improving the Naval Base and supporting Defence capability.
• Remote working within this role is something that can be discussed at interview stages or with your future line manager if you are found successful.

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