Project Manager, Southampton

Our client is a fast-growing maritime technology company developing innovative wind-assisted propulsion systems that help commercial shipping reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

They’re now looking for a Project Manager to help drive delivery across engineering, suppliers, and shipyards as the business scales.

This is a hands-on delivery role focused on execution, coordination, and momentum — not just reporting. You’ll help move projects from concept through to installation and operation, ensuring milestones are achieved on time and on budget.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or technical background in engineering, marine, manufacturing, or similar
• Experience in project management, project coordination, engineering, or manufacturing environments
• Strong technical understanding and ability to work closely with engineering teams
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple suppliers, teams, and workstreams
• Strong organisational skills and structured thinking
• Comfortable creating structure in fast-moving environments
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and delivery-driven
• Shipping or maritime knowledge would be highly advantageous

Nice to Have

• Marine, shipbuilding, or offshore experience
• Exposure to manufacturing or fabrication environments
• Familiarity with project management tools
• Experience working in startup or high-growth businesses

The Role

You’ll play a key role in keeping projects moving at pace across technical, supplier, and operational teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Building practical project plans and tracking delivery
• Coordinating engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Managing actions, risks, timelines, budgets, and reporting
• Supporting supplier readiness, logistics, and documentation
• Resolving delivery challenges quickly and effectively
• Capturing technical decisions and driving accountability
• Helping improve project delivery processes as the company grows