Project Manager

Gattaca; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gattaca seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex engineering and offshore projects. You will develop comprehensive plans, allocate resources, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, and logistics to meet milestones and budgets.

You will manage risks, emphasise safety and compliance, and maintain strong client and supplier relations throughout the lifecycle, from tender to delivery, including project reviews and ongoing

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in engineering, offshore, energy, or related tech env.
• Experience managing complex equipment projects including modification, testing, mobilisation, demobilisation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical handling equipment and project delivery requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical specs, develop project plans, and coordinate execution.
• Demonstrated leadership, ability to motivate teams and build relationships.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach; manages multiple priorities in fast-paced setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple medium and large-scale projects, meeting contractual, technical, commercial, and operational objectives.
• Develop project plans, resource plans, schedules, and delivery timelines; manage risks and milestones.
• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, equipment mobilisation, testing, logistics, and offshore support.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with a strong safety focus.

Skills

PM experience

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Risk mgmt

MS Office

Driving licence

Education

PM / Engineering qualification

PM certification (APM/PMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of multiple medium and large-scale projects, ensuring contractual, technical, commercial, and operational objectives are achieved.


• Develop project plans, resource requirements, schedules, and delivery timelines while proactively managing risks, priorities, and key milestones.


• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, equipment mobilisation, testing, logistics, and offshore support activities to ensure seamless project execution.


• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Financial & Commercial Management

• Manage project budgets, financial performance, invoicing schedules, and forecasting activities.


• Oversee change control processes and identify variation opportunities to maximise project success and profitability.


• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures, project governance, and financial controls.


• Escalate commercial, operational, or project risks where appropriate.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, offshore personnel, and key stakeholders.


• Ensure expectations are understood and met through effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.


• Support client meetings, project reviews, and ongoing customer engagement activities.


• Contribute to tender submissions and technical proposal development.

Project Controls & Documentation

• Maintain project documentation, reporting, technical specifications, and project tracking systems.


• Prepare and manage offshore information packs, procedures, and project records.


• Provide regular project updates and ensure accurate reporting of progress, risks, and performance.

Continuous Improvement

• Support continuous improvement initiatives through project reviews, lessons learned, and customer feedback.


• Identify opportunities to improve project execution, efficiency, and overall delivery performance.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Proven project management experience within an engineering, offshore, energy, manufacturing, or related technical environment.


• Experience managing complex equipment projects, including modification, testing, mobilisation, and demobilisation activities.


• Strong understanding of mechanical handling equipment and associated project delivery requirements.


• Ability to interpret technical specifications, develop project plans, and coordinate project execution activities.


• Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience motivating teams and building effective working relationships.


• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project.


• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Qualification in Project Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.


• Professional Project Management certification (APM, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).


• Previous offshore experience.


• Experience working with Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, or PLC systems.

Core Competencies

• Project Management


• Leadership & Team Development


• Commercial Awareness


• Stakeholder Management


• Planning & Organisation


• Problem Solving


• Risk Management


• Customer Focus


• Communication & Collaboration


• Continuous Improvement