Project Manager

James Fisher and Sons; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee project delivery and client relations. In this role, you will manage budgets and schedules while ensuring operational excellence across diverse projects, including those in international markets. Ideal candidates will have a background in project management and strong financial acumen. This position offers a permanent full-time contract with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing complex, high-value projects.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Working towards professional accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from tender handover through execution.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and risk registers.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and client satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial acumen

Team collaboration

Education

Degree qualified

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Office 365

Job description

Overview

Vacancy: Project Manager
Location: Preston / Remote (UK-wide)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

At James Fisher Renewables, we’re expanding to meet the demands of a dynamic and fast-evolving energy landscape. As a Project Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering projects across global markets including Japan and Holland. From short, sharp cable repairs to long-term maintenance packages, you’ll manage diverse projects with agility and precision. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring operational excellence.

Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from tender handover through execution
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and risk registers
• Ensure timely invoicing and cash collection
• Drive stakeholder engagement and client satisfaction
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement
• Support procurement and supply chain processes
• Collaborate across teams to streamline operations and reduce duplication

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree qualified and working towards professional accreditation
• Proven track record in managing complex, high-value projects
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Proficient in MS Project, Excel, and Office 365
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience within a transmission operator environment, preferable in the UK or can demonstrate working within highly regulated, procedure driven controlled environments
• Experience working with Developers, Asset Owners and Power Cable OEMs
• Technical knowledge of Offshore Wind System lifecycle and various stages of design, installation, monitoring and maintenance
• IOSH / NEBOSH qualified
• Professional accreditation with a recognised body

About Us

James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we’ve evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport.

The Energy Division provides safe, sustainable products and services for two core markets: oil and gas and renewables.

The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities for the defence and commercial diving markets.

Maritime Transport is a leading provider of global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship (STS) transfer services.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.

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