Project Manager - Ports

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to oversee diverse transportation projects across the UK. This role involves managing teams, ensuring project deliverables are met, and fostering strong client relationships. With a focus on excellence and innovation, the company offers a collaborative environment where you can thrive. You'll be responsible for the successful execution of projects while adhering to governance protocols and effectively managing resources. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the transportation sector while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Flexible Health Benefits

Employer-Matched Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Holiday Entitlement Starting at 33-35 Days

Professional Subscriptions

Training and Mentoring

Participation in Employee Networks

Qualifications

• Degree in project management or relevant experience required.
• Significant project management experience, ideally in ports.

Responsibilities

• Manage development, design, delivery, and handover of projects.
• Ensure compliance with governance protocols and project management plans.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Administration

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Commercial Acumen

Education

Degree in Project Management

Membership of APM, CIOB, or RICS

Job description

Job Description

Mott MacDonald

Position location: Cardiff / Birmingham / Glasgow / Manchester

Recruiter contact: Danielle Judd

We’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities, and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.

Overview of role

Our transportation portfolio is primarily a UK-based business working in rail, highways, and aviation. We deliver programme, project, and commercial management services to clients worldwide, supporting other parts of the transportation sector globally. Our vision is to deliver major transportation projects as part of a global business and to establish our consultancy as a credible and leading provider for our clients.

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for successfully delivering a variety of projects, from internal multidisciplinary teams to external client secondments. Our goal is to deliver excellence and be the first choice provider of PPCM in the ports sector.

We encourage cross-sector opportunities to expand knowledge and experience, including work on rail, highways, and energy projects.

Main duties

The successful management of development, design, delivery, and handover of projects, ensuring:

• Processes and procedures are applied, and governance protocols are followed
• A project management plan is developed and maintained for each project
• Projects are scoped according to objectives
• Deliverables are clearly identified and executed
• Cost, time, and quality parameters are achieved with realistic plans
• Liaise with H&S&W and CDM representatives to ensure compliance
• Establish effective stakeholder and communication management processes
• Work across commercial, procurement, and project control functions
• Assess and manage resources and competence in supply chains
• Administer NEC contracts effectively to ensure successful outcomes

Candidate Specification

• Degree in project management or relevant experience
• Membership of APM, CIOB, or RICS
• Significant project management experience, ideally in ports
• Knowledge of contract administration, including NEC
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Effective communication skills
• Commercial acumen and project controls knowledge
• Ability to foster a positive work environment

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits, including:

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance, health cash plan, access to menopause support, wellbeing programs, and flexible health benefits

Financial wellbeing

• Employer-matched pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, flexible benefits, and bonus schemes

Lifestyle

• Holiday entitlement starting at 33-35 days, with options to buy/sell leave, and additional days for caring responsibilities

Learning and development

• Professional subscriptions, training, mentoring, and self-development opportunities

Networks and inclusion

• Participation in employee networks and communities promoting inclusion and support

Equality and accessibility

We promote fair employment practices and an inclusive environment. For support during the application process, contact [e-mail].

Agile working

We support flexible work arrangements to help you meet your commitments effectively.