Project Manager

About Haskoning:

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work on diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

About our Maritime Business:

Haskoning are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design and development, and our teams of multi-disciplinary experts have assisted our international clientele to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical and operational advice and created master plans across the five continents for a wide-range of port projects.

We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning professionals and engineers globally and we are world leaders in the production of port feasibility studies, master plans and designs.

Arch Henderson, established in 1919, have recently merged with Haskoning and have integrated into the Water & Maritime Business Unit of Haskoning to create a Maritime Arch Henderson Advisory Group with offices in Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, Lerwick and Thurso. It is an exciting time in our history as we look to take advantage of the synergies.

Shape the Future with Arch Henderson

Join a team where your ideas help transform landscapes and strengthen communities. At Arch Henderson, we’re proud to be a trusted name in civil and structural engineering, with a legacy built on innovation, collaboration, and long-term relationships.

With around 70 employees across the UK, our workforce is made up of talented civil and structural engineers, architects, and CAD technicians—many of whom have been with us for decades. We offer a supportive, family-friendly environment, reflecting our commitment to professional growth and personal wellbeing.

Whether you're newly qualified or highly experienced, you'll find opportunities to work on a wide variety of exciting projects. We support career development through CPD, mentoring, and pathways to professional accreditation. Our networked offices make collaboration seamless, and our flexible, hybrid working options ensure you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Engineer your success with Arch Henderson—and help us build the future.

What you will do as our Project Manager:

You will develop strong relationships with existing and future clients;  part of this will include undertaking project tasks and delivering results.  You will have the autonomy to work in your own style to achieve the below: 

• Demonstrating behaviour that ensures your health and safety and that of others.
• Project and Programme planning, organisation and control
• Scope, Time, Cost, Risk, Quality and Procurement Management
• Preparation of Contract Documents, Specifications, Bills of Quantities and supervision activities, supported by our Project Directors and Quantity Surveyors.
• Liaison with all levels of clients, local authorities, contractors and specialist consultants on administrative and technical subjects
• Utilise your technical and working knowledge of both design and construction practices in UK and overseas markets, working in positions of authority and responsibility, to assure that the right things are done right.
• Provide the key link between project delivery (internal) and the Client’s organisation (external), when running projects. This will include, for example, the coordination of stakeholder input, the production of options appraisals, the preparation of project briefs and business cases and the gaining of approvals.
• Be a figure of authority, trust, support and security for project deliverers.
• Management of Maritime and Infrastructure projects throughout the UK and occasionally internationally, including preparation and checking of reports, and actively seeking opportunities to implement effective technical advances in inspection practice, subject to client restrictions. 
  
  

What you bring:

• Provide leadership, guidance, project management, advice, and support for projects and project team members.
• Clear and confident communication to ensure tasks and objectives are understood and delivered.
• Confidence in delegating work and leading within a busy team.
• Demonstrable experience negotiating with and influencing project team members, clients and other stakeholders in a professional, competent and ethical manner.
• Evidence of consulting with, guiding and advising your project team on the best ways to achieve the project objectives.
• Provide commercial and technical management of projects, ensuring that projects show a profitable result. 
• BSc/BEng in Engineering or Project Management, Meng/MSc desirable.
• IEng/CEng, MICE or a recognised Project Management qualification is desirable.
• Demonstrate excellent Project leadership skills on relatively complex projects.
• Experience drafting and managing contracts.
• Experience in commercial management.
• Have an awareness of the law and legal systems in which UK projects are run.
• At least 5 years of experience in the Engineering and Construction Industry.
• Knowledge / Experience of working to BIM Level 2 desirable but not a necessity.
• Maritime specific civil engineering experience will be an advantage alongside awareness of industry procedures and best practice.
• Excellent managerial, commercial and technical track record .
  
  

What we offer you:

Ambitious. Exciting. Lively. Collaborative. Dynamic. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to Enhancing Society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us! 

 

You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path. We have flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life. 

You Can Learn More About Our Employee Benefits Here.

Location:

You will be based in Aberdeen, hybrid working is possible, however there is a desire for a minimum of 3 days working in the Aberdeen office.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.