Offshore Engineering Project Lead

Gattaca; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gattaca is seeking an experienced Project Delivery professional to lead end-to-end management of complex engineering/offshore projects from initiation to closure. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, risk management, and continuous improvement, with a focus on delivering value in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in engineering/offshore/manufacturing environments.
• Experience delivering complex equipment projects with modification, testing and mobilisation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical handling equipment and delivery requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical specs and coordinate project execution.
• Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple medium/large-scale projects, meeting contractual/technical/commercial objectives.
• Develop plans, resources, schedules and milestones while mitigating risks.
• Coordinate engineering, mobilisation, testing, logistics and offshore activities for seamless execution.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Oversee budgets, invoicing, forecasting and change control to maximise profitability.
• Maintain documentation, progress reporting and project records.
• Support client meetings, reviews and tender/submission activities.
• Escalate risks and ensure governance and financial controls are followed.

Skills

Project management

Equipment projects

Mechanical handling

Technical interpretation

Leadership

Organisation & communication

Problem solving

Multi-priority management

MS Office / MS Project

Driving licence

PM certification (Desirable)

Offshore experience (Desirable)

Education

Engineering/PM qualification

Tools

PM certification (APM/PMP/PRINCE2)

Job description

Gattaca is seeking an experienced Project Delivery professional to lead end-to-end management of complex engineering/offshore projects from initiation to closure. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, risk management, and continuous improvement, with a focus on delivering value in a fast-paced industrial environment.