Project Manager - Mechanical Handling

ENGINEERINGUK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Handling & Moorings Assistant Package Manager in Plymouth. This role involves overseeing mechanical handling works on a large infrastructure project supporting HMNB Devonport. The ideal candidate will have experience in engineering design processes and marine projects, ensuring safety and quality standards are met while managing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience with engineering design processes.
• Familiarity with procurement and NEC contracts.
• Experience in marine environment projects involving mechanical handling/cranes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, manage, and oversee Mechanical Handling and Mooring works.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Support project delivery from inception through to completion.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering/Marine Degree

Job description

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View more categories | View less categories | Sector: Project and Program Management | Role: Manager | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies worldwide. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consulting business, we combine leading-edge practical expertise with project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

Join our project management consultancy that operates across five global hubs, overseeing work for leading organizations in both public and private sectors. We are seeking a Mechanical Handling & Moorings Assistant Package Manager to work in Plymouth on a large infrastructure project supporting HMNB Devonport. Mace is engaged as a Delivery Partner to Babcock for upgrading existing facilities to support nuclear fleet submarines, including dock upgrades for the Astute programme. Your responsibilities will include planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the Mechanical Handling and Mooring works to meet client goals within schedule, budget, and safety standards. Effective communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholders is essential.

Our values shape how we operate:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• Promote Mace's Safety First value and engage in health, safety, and wellbeing standards.
• Be aware of local health and safety regulations.
• Champion a diverse, inclusive, and wellbeing-focused work environment.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• Manage quality systems in line with service excellence.
• Support project delivery from inception through to completion.
• Coordinate with design teams, procurement, and construction managers.
• Oversee contractor performance and compliance.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• Develop understanding of project budgets and risks.
• Support long-term business sustainability.
• Uphold our values and support positive impacts for people and the planet.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• Build collaborative relationships with teams and stakeholders.
• Network and learn best practices.
• Manage parts of projects independently under oversight.

Requirements:

• Experience with engineering design processes.
• Familiarity with procurement and NEC contracts.
• Experience in marine environment projects involving mechanical handling/cranes.
• Strong organizational, influencing, and communication skills.
• Relevant engineering/marine degree or equivalent qualifications.
• Certifications such as CSCS, with nuclear/defense experience preferred.

Additional desirable skills:

• Knowledge of crane design standards (BS 7121, BE EN 13001, BS EN 13849).
• Understanding of legislation like CDM 2015, PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998.
• Membership in professional bodies (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE).
• Experience in project management within property or infrastructure sectors.
• Awareness of sustainability considerations in projects.

Mace is committed to diversity and inclusion. Even if you do not meet all criteria, we encourage you to apply. We offer flexible, part-time, and hybrid working options where suitable.