Project Manager

Haskoning; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to manage maritime and infrastructure projects, ensuring strong client relationships and effective project delivery. You will need to have at least 5 years of experience in engineering, preferably with qualifications in project management. This role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth while promoting a flexible hybrid working model.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering and construction.
• Experience in drafting and managing contracts and in commercial management.
• Knowledge of BIM Level 2 is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with clients and deliver project results.
• Manage maritime and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally.
• Preparation of contract documents, specifications, and bills of quantities.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Communication

Negotiation

Team Management

Education

BSc/BEng in Engineering or Project Management

IEng/CEng, MICE, or recognized project management qualification

Meng/MSc desirable

Job description

About Haskoning:

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work on diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

About our Maritime Business:

Haskoning is at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design, and development. Our teams of multidisciplinary experts have assisted our international clients in creating successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical, and operational advice and created master plans across five continents for a wide range of port projects.

We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning professionals and engineers globally, and we are world leaders in port feasibility studies, master plans, and designs.

Arch Henderson, established in 1919, recently merged with Haskoning and has integrated into the Water & Maritime Business Unit to create the Maritime Arch Henderson Advisory Group with offices in Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, Lerwick, and Thurso. This is an exciting time as we leverage these synergies.

Shape the Future with Arch Henderson

Join a team where your ideas help transform landscapes and strengthen communities. At Arch Henderson, we’re proud to be a trusted name in civil and structural engineering, built on innovation, collaboration, and long-term relationships.

With around 70 employees across the UK, our team includes civil and structural engineers, architects, and CAD technicians—many with decades of experience. We offer a supportive, family-friendly environment that fosters professional growth and personal wellbeing.

Whether you're newly qualified or highly experienced, you'll find opportunities to work on diverse projects. We support career development through CPD, mentoring, and pathways to professional accreditation. Our flexible, hybrid working options enable you to thrive both professionally and personally.

Engineer your success with Arch Henderson—and help us build the future.

What you will do as our Project Manager:

You will develop strong relationships with clients, undertake project tasks, and deliver results. You will have the autonomy to work in your own style to achieve the following:

• Demonstrate behavior that ensures your health and safety and that of others.
• Project and programme planning, organization, and control.
• Scope, time, cost, risk, quality, and procurement management.
• Preparation of contract documents, specifications, bills of quantities, and supervision activities, supported by our project directors and quantity surveyors.
• Liaison with clients, local authorities, contractors, and consultants on administrative and technical matters.
• Utilize your technical knowledge of design and construction practices in UK and overseas markets, working in positions of authority and responsibility to ensure quality.
• Provide a key link between project delivery and the client’s organization, coordinating stakeholder input, producing options appraisals, project briefs, business cases, and obtaining approvals.
• Be a figure of authority, trust, support, and security for project teams.
• Manage maritime and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally, including report preparation and active pursuit of technical improvements, within client restrictions.

What you bring:

• Provide leadership, guidance, project management, advice, and support to project teams.
• Communicate clearly and confidently to ensure understanding and delivery of objectives.
• Delegate work effectively and lead within a busy team.
• Negotiate and influence stakeholders professionally and ethically.
• Consult, guide, and advise your team on achieving project objectives.
• Manage projects technically and commercially to ensure profitability.
• BSc/BEng in Engineering or Project Management; Meng/MSc desirable.
• IEng/CEng, MICE, or recognized project management qualification is desirable.
• Demonstrate leadership on complex projects.
• Experience in drafting and managing contracts and in commercial management.
• Awareness of UK law and legal systems relevant to projects.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering and construction.
• Knowledge of BIM Level 2 is desirable but not essential.
• Maritime civil engineering experience and awareness of industry procedures are advantageous.
• Strong managerial, commercial, and technical track record.

What we offer you:

Ambitious, exciting, lively, collaborative, and dynamic—these are how our colleagues describe us. Want to contribute to enhancing society with your expertise? Join us and be part of an innovative network of talented people and technologies.

Enjoy career growth opportunities, development support, and flexible working arrangements to balance your professional and personal life. Learn more about our employee benefits here.

Location:

You will be based in Aberdeen, with hybrid working possible, but a minimum of 3 days in the office is preferred.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment embracing all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. Diversity makes us stronger, and an inclusive culture allows everyone to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.