Waterfront Project Manager

Are you an experienced Project Delivery Manager who thrives on taking projects from scope through to handover in complex, regulated environments? Do you enjoy being on site, working with multiple stakeholders and making sure projects are delivered safely, on time and to budget? If so, this could be a standout opportunity. We’re supporting a major organisation delivering large-scale infrastructure, construction and facilities projects within a highly secure maritime and defence environment in Portsmouth. You’ll join an established integrated delivery team working on high-value, high-profile programmes where standards, safety and collaboration really matter. What’s the role all about? As the Project Delivery Manager, you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects or work packages within a wider programme. Reporting into the Programme Manager, you’ll own day-to-day delivery, coordinating design, procurement, contractors and site activities. You’ll act as the main point of contact for your projects, ensuring delivery meets contractual, commercial, safety and quality requirements. Your responsibilities will include: * Delivering construction and infrastructure projects from scope to completion * Developing and managing project programmes and work plans * Controlling cost, forecasting spend and reporting against budget * Acting as point of contact with clients, end users and internal teams * Coordinating design deliverables and procurement packages * Leading cost planning, tender evaluation and value-for-money assessments * Managing NEC4 contractual arrangements and contractor performance * Ensuring all pre-construction information is in place * Maintaining strong site presence to ensure safe delivery in line with Zero Harm principles * Managing handover, commissioning and project close-out documentation * Reporting progress, risks and recovery plans to senior stakeholders * Supporting and mentoring junior project staff when required This is a highly visible delivery role with real responsibility and influence. What you’ll need To succeed as a Project Delivery Manager, you’ll bring: - Proven experience delivering multi-disciplinary construction or infrastructure projects - Experience managing projects £1m+ and 12-month+ durations - Strong commercial and contractual understanding (NEC4 preferred) - Experience working in regulated environments (defence, MOD, infrastructure, FM or similar) - Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills - Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities - Strong reporting, organisation and problem-solving skills Qualifications (ideal, not all essential) - HNC / HND or Degree in Construction, Engineering, Building or Project Management - Professional qualification in Project Management or Construction - IOSH or NEBOSH for Managers - SMSTS - Security clearance or ability to obtain Who you are You’re organised, confident and delivery-focused. You enjoy working collaboratively, but you’re also comfortable taking ownership and making decisions. You take pride in safe delivery, clear communication and maintaining high standards. You’ll be: * Professional and credible * Calm under pressure * Proactive and solutions-focused * Detail-driven with strong commercial awareness * A strong team player who leads by example What’s in it for you? * £58,000 – £65,000 per annum * Long-term, secure role within a major programme * High-profile, varied project portfolio * Opportunity to work in a unique maritime/defence environment * Supportive, values-driven delivery culture * Career progression within programme and project leadership Ready to take the next step? If you’re an experienced Project Delivery Manager looking for your next challenge in Portsmouth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. #INDFPR