Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Join Kongsberg Maritime in the role of Project Manager
, where you’ll lead the delivery of complex and high‑profile naval defence projects. As a Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership from initiation of a project through to completion, working closely with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure every project meets its cost, schedule and quality commitments.

This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in demanding environments, brings experience from the defence sector, and understands the realities of product manufacture. If you’re driven, organised and ready to make a meaningful impact in a world‑class maritime organisation, this role offers a compelling next step.

• Plan and manage projects from initiation through to closure
• Support to define project scope, objectives, schedules and budgets
• Monitor time, cost and quality performance to ensure alignment with contractual obligations
• Maintain current project documentation and generate progress reports as required
• Serve as the primary interface between KM and external customers
• Engage cross-functional teams across the business to satisfy project outcomes
• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities, escalating in a timely manner when appropriate
• Responsible for project invoicing, cash flow tracking and commercial/contractual compliance
• Adhere to KM management systems e.g. HS&E
• Maintain clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Able to settle financial disputes up to the value of £10,000 without prior approval
• Ensure compliance with export and security obligations for projects.

• Degree level qualification or equivalent in project management / technical discipline, supplemented by experience in a similar role and / or environment. Project Management accreditation would be highly advantageous i.e. APMP.
• Considerable experience in the management of projects of increasing complexity and experience within the marine sector would be beneficial.
• Valid EU Passport or other current permission to work in the UK

• focus on bottom‑line results, identify potential risks and monitor the financial impact of own activities
• analyse complex issues and problems and come up with rational judgments
• demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area
• communicate in a clear, precise and structured way
• co‑operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals
• An exciting and important position working for the world‑leading supplier of maritime solutions
• An inspiring and safe work environment
• Professional development and career opportunities
• Competitive terms including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes
• We offer hybrid working arrangement

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