Senior Project Manager

Seas Geosciences; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geosciences firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive impactful projects. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, and maintaining budget compliance. Candidates should have a proven track record in managing complex projects, strong leadership skills, and a familiarity with offshore geotechnical surveys. A relevant degree and project management qualifications like PMP/PRINCE II are desirable. This is an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals looking for a new challenge.

Qualifications

• Experience with scheduling and commercial forecasting.
• Ability to handle negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Understanding of offshore geotechnical survey industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks in compliance with safety and technical standards.
• Deliver internal and external projects as per requirements.
• Report project performance to management.
• Select and approve subcontractors.
• Act as primary contact for clients during project life cycle.
• Develop project management procedures and workflows.
• Coordinate with operational teams for resourcing.
• Assist in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership skills

Client relations

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, or related field

Project management qualification - PMP / PRINCE II certification

Job description

We are hiring for a Senior Project Manager!

We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing team and help us drive impactful projects forward. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects with a commitment to excellence and innovation.

If you have a proven track record in managing large and complex projects and are looking for an exciting new challenge, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Performing all assigned tasks in a professional manner, in compliance with all company and regulatory safety and technical standards.
• Primarily responsible for delivery of both internal and external projects in accordance with technical, contractual and commercial requirements.
• Regular reporting on project performance to Management.
• Selection, approval and review of subcontractors.
• Primary point of contact for clients throughout project life cycle from commercial handover to close out.
• Lead with the development of rigorous project management procedures and workflows to ensure a robust system is developed across business lines.
• Responsible for coordination with operational teams to ensure proper resourcing of projects, both personnel and equipment.
• Input and review of requests for quotation and tenders.
• Lead for any project specific procurement as required.
• Attendance as required on site and at related industry events.
• To assist colleagues in all aspects of day-to-day operations where requested.

Skillsset

• Management: Familiar with scheduling and commercial forecasting, good leadership skills and interpersonal skills.
• Contracts: Experience with review and application of contractual documents. Able to handle basic negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Technical: Good understanding of the offshore geotechnical survey industry, offshore operations and geotechnical data requirements.

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential

• Excellent client facing and customer services skills
• A proven track record of successful management and delivery of projects
• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, or related field desirable

• Project management qualification - PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus.