Project Manager

Osbit; Riding Mill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

About Osbit:

We’re Osbit. We design and build cutting-edge engineering systems to make offshore wind happen at scale.

We supply engineering equipment across many technology areas, to enable key offshore operations such as wind turbine foundation installation, burial and installation of subsea cables, and the lifting & handling of wind turbine components.

We’re here to redefine what’s possible offshore, to drive the clean energy sector, and our planet, forward. We combine decades of collective experience in developing offshore equipment with fresh and innovative approaches, and we are passionate about enabling a more sustainable world for us all.

We're proud to be a formative member company in game-changing offshore wind services business Venterra Group.

Role Description:

Effective Project Management is at the heart of delivering Osbit’s projects safely, and successfully. Our company name is also the standard we set for our projects – ‘On Spec, Budget, and In Time’, and you will drive the delivery of our cutting-edge equipment in line with this.

You will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of a diverse range of engineering projects from inception to completion. To achieve this, you will closely collaborate with your multi-discipline project team, as well as other business functions. Utilising your strong leadership skills and technical expertise, you will drive project execution, manage resources effectively, and mitigate risks proactively. Your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels will be essential in fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage engineering projects from initiation through to delivery, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance to drive project execution and resolve technical challenges.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets, providing regular updates to stakeholders on project progress and performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, implementing appropriate contingency plans as necessary to ensure project success.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices and lessons learned to enhance project delivery processes and efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders, effectively managing expectations and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

About You:

• Open minded with a keen to learn attitude.
• Flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment.
• A solid team player with a holistic view.

Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience managing engineering projects within the offshore energy sector, with a strong understanding of project management methodologies and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage resources effectively, and drive project execution in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence people at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software, with a focus on MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent is a plus.
• PMP or other relevant project management certification is a plus.

Further Information:

• Successful applicants will be based at our Riding Mill headquarters, in North East England, working on site as required.
• Working abroad may be required at times.
• A valid driving licence is required.

What We Offer:

It's really important to us that Osbit is a fun and supportive place to be. This is why we offer a range of benefits. In the UK, these include:

• Lunch and refreshments provided daily at main sites.
• Access to a Myers Briggs practitioner & counsellor, and tailored coaching.
• Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle rental schemes.
• Annual summer party celebration and Christmas walk, lunch, and festivities.
• Further benefits package currently under construction.