Civils Project Manager

Plymouth
3 weeks ago
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Position: Civils Project Manager

Job ID: 936/56

Location: Plymouth

Rate/Salary: 60k-65k

Type: Perm

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors –We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Civils Project Manager

Typically, this person will take ownership of diving civil engineering projects from initial enquiry through to delivery, ensuring each is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. A background in civil project management is preferred, ideally within diving civils or a closely related engineering discipline. They will coordinate teams, resources, and budgets while serving as the main point of contact for clients.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Diving Engineering Project Manager:

Take overall responsibility for planning and delivering a portfolio of diving civil engineering projects.

Coordinate manpower, equipment, and logistics to meet project deadlines and operational demands.

Conduct site visits, surveys, and kick-off meetings to scope out works.

Prepare accurate quotations and set cost expectations with clients and internal stakeholders.

Negotiate and procure specialist contractors, suppliers, and equipment as required.

Draft and maintain Diving Project Plans, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments in line with regulations and industry standards.

Proactively identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Monitor progress against budget and schedule, resolving issues to keep projects on track.

Lead and motivate operational and site teams, providing support and addressing concerns as required.

Report on project outcomes and utilise feedback to drive continuous improvement across future works.

Qualifications and Requirements for the Diving Engineering Project Manager:

Based in, or willing to relocate to, Plymouth

Background in engineering, with a strong preference for candidates with civil project management experience—ideally within diving civils or a closely related field.

Excellent communication skills, confident in liaising with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and operational teams.

Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving abilities.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role

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