12 Babcock International jobs in Portsmouth

CK - Director, Project Management

Winchester - £90,000 – £115,000 + package DOE

As a key player in the Southern Construction and Property consultancy market, our client is seeking an exceptional, ambitious, and talented individual to lead and grow their Project Management offering in Winchester. With significant recent growth and offices across the UK, this respected consultancy delivers a full suite of services to a wide-ranging client base, combining technical excellence with commercial acumen.

The salary and benefits package is designed to attract the very best in the market—and this role offers not only career progression but also genuine potential for future equity.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Director-level candidate to take a leading role within a highly successful and multi-disciplinary team. You will join a well-established group of Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, working across a diverse portfolio of sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and leisure. With a strong regional presence and the backing of a national business, the opportunity to make a significant impact is clear.

We are looking for an inspiring leader with a proven ability to deliver exceptional consultancy services, develop new business, and enhance existing client relationships. You will be responsible for driving the continued growth of the Project Management team in Winchester, reporting directly to the Regional Director.

You should bring strong experience in managing high-value projects from inception to completion, across a range of build sectors. In addition to your technical knowledge, you’ll be confident in managing teams, developing people, and contributing to the strategic growth of the business.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to demonstrate a track record of delivering complex projects, excellent client relationship management, and the ability to lead from the front. You’ll be professional, commercially astute, and motivated by quality, integrity, and success.

Essential requirements include:

• Membership of RICS (or equivalent professional qualification)
• Experience gained within a UK consultancy environment
• A strong network of client and sector contacts across the South
• Broad sector experience across general build projects (excludes infrastructure or power sectors)
• A passion for delivering high-quality service and developing strong client relationships

In return, you will be rewarded with a generous salary and benefits package, and the chance to become a senior figure within a well-respected, collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy. The role offers significant career progression, autonomy, and long-term potential.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV to .

For a confidential conversation about the role, please call Caroline Kingsley on , or schedule a time via Calendly .

CK - Director, Project Management

Winchester - £90,000 – £115,000 + package DOE

As a key player in the Southern Construction and Property consultancy market, our client is seeking an exceptional, ambitious, and talented individual to lead and grow their Project Management offering in Winchester. With significant recent growth and offices across the UK, this respected consultancy delivers a full suite of services to a wide-ranging client base, combining technical excellence with commercial acumen.

The salary and benefits package is designed to attract the very best in the market—and this role offers not only career progression but also genuine potential for future equity.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Director-level candidate to take a leading role within a highly successful and multi-disciplinary team. You will join a well-established group of Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, working across a diverse portfolio of sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and leisure. With a strong regional presence and the backing of a national business, the opportunity to make a significant impact is clear.

We are looking for an inspiring leader with a proven ability to deliver exceptional consultancy services, develop new business, and enhance existing client relationships. You will be responsible for driving the continued growth of the Project Management team in Winchester, reporting directly to the Regional Director.

You should bring strong experience in managing high-value projects from inception to completion, across a range of build sectors. In addition to your technical knowledge, you’ll be confident in managing teams, developing people, and contributing to the strategic growth of the business.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to demonstrate a track record of delivering complex projects, excellent client relationship management, and the ability to lead from the front. You’ll be professional, commercially astute, and motivated by quality, integrity, and success.

Essential requirements include:

• Membership of RICS (or equivalent professional qualification)
• Experience gained within a UK consultancy environment
• A strong network of client and sector contacts across the South
• Broad sector experience across general build projects (excludes infrastructure or power sectors)
• A passion for delivering high-quality service and developing strong client relationships

In return, you will be rewarded with a generous salary and benefits package, and the chance to become a senior figure within a well-respected, collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy. The role offers significant career progression, autonomy, and long-term potential.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV to .

For a confidential conversation about the role, please call Caroline Kingsley on , or schedule a time via Calendly.

Project Management Assistant

Based on the outskirts of Eastleigh

Full-time | 9 am –5 pm | £35,000 p.a. (depending on experience)

Onsite initially, with hybrid working potential once fully trained

Our client is a growing and innovative company operating in the luxury market, providing technical installation and support services. They are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Management Assistant to support the Directors and Project Manager. This is a new position that offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, forward-thinking team where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient office systems, including data management and filing.
• Accurately update and manage Excel spreadsheets.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, visas, accommodation, and detailed itineraries.
• Handle incoming calls, enquiries, and requests with professionalism.
• Promote stand-alone products and research opportunities to expand revenue streams.
• Update and maintain the company website, monitor performance, and identify areas for optimisation.
• Build and nurture relationships with valued partners.
• Support shipping and logistics processes, including preparing commercial invoices and providing shipping/insurance quotes to clients.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Project Manager and wider team.

You will need

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).
• A proactive, adaptable approach, able to work independently and collaboratively.
• A technical mind and interest in technology.
• A stable career history.
• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (due to the company’s location).

If this role is of interest to you and you have the necessary skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to APPLY.

Role: Principal Consultant – Project Management

Salary: from £60,000

Location: Portsmouth

Sirius Analysis, we are a rapidly growing consultancy firm, renowned for our reputation and our keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end consultancy services, ranging from risk and investment analysis to P3M. We operate across multiple sectors, including defence, nuclear, space and energy. We are looking for Principal Consultant to join our Project Management team as we go through our next phase of growth,

The Role:

As a Principal Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end project and programme management services to our clients. You will work closely with stakeholders, project teams, bid teams and Account leads to ensure the successful delivery of projects and initiatives that align with business objectives. The other key element of your role will be leading on bid delivery and the supporting management processes. This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse sectors, including defence, nuclear, space and energy, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions.

• Identifying and winning work in line with the company business objectives.
• Managing the end-to-end bid process , from identifying opportunities to submitting proposals.
• Managing bid resources
• Managing programmes and projects predominantly within defenced based arenas.
• Delivering the end-to-end management of technical projects according to best practice principles by planning, executing, and closing projects according to strict deadlines and timescales.
• Providing effective stakeholder management, communications management, risk management, resource management, scheduling and monitoring and reporting on projects.
• Defining project objectives and overseeing quality control throughout its lifecycle.
• Delivering projects to time, cost budgets and quality.
• Supporting project teams through review of plans and proposals ensuring value for money and ensuring delivery of plans is as required.
• Building new relationships and maintaining successful working relationships with our current customers.
• Maintaining working relationships with your project teams and third-party suppliers.

About You:

Candidates will require expertise in some or all of the following areas:

• Supporting framework proposal & refreshes – this includes monitoring frameworks for opportunities, advising relevant stakeholders of opportunities and working with Account Manager to support bid/no bid meetings.

• APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management.
• Be educated to degree level and/or have equivalent relevant experience.

• A technically astute, highly experienced Programme / Project Manager who has significant demonstratable experience operating in a range of project environments of varying scales.

• Evidence of continuous professional development in project management.

• Significant, demonstrable skills in stakeholder management including influencing, negotiating and conflict management.

• Demonstratable experience and capability in writing proposals and coordinating bid management activity.

• Previous experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects through the full lifecycle simultaneously.

• Have strong communication, presentation and written skills.

• Represent the company in client-facing roles, maintaining high standards of professionalism and delivery excellence.

• Ability to travel and work from client sites across the UK predominantly as required, but may also be required to travel and work on worldwide basis.

• Experience working in a consultancy environment or with government clients.

What we offer

We offer a combination of mentoring and internal and external training opportunities, with specialist sector organisations and inhouse courses. You will have exposure to subject matter experts and additional online learning packages.

The role comes with a competitive benefits package including pension (7% company contribution), additional holiday purchase options, private health care, life assurance and electric vehicle scheme.

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
• Candidates must be willing to undergo an internal baseline personnel security standard check prior to starting their employment with the company.
• Candidates must be willing and eligible to complete a United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) security clearance application to the Security Check (SC) level upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC Clearance you will normally need at least 5 years' UK residency.

• Establishing and directing the organization's project management framework and best practices.
• Overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of major strategic projects.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of project managers.
• Managing the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and resource availability.
• Developing and implementing robust project risk management strategies.
• Ensuring consistent project reporting, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Optimizing project delivery processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Facilitating cross-functional collaboration to achieve project success.
• Managing PMO budgets and resource allocation.
• Staying abreast of emerging project management trends and technologies.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or similar advanced project management certification is mandatory.
• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale, complex projects, preferably in a remote setting.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time, within budget, and to scope.
• Expertise in Agile methodologies and experience managing hybrid project environments.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk, change, and stakeholder expectations effectively.

Role: Principal Consultant – Project Management

Salary: from £60,000

Location: Portsmouth

Sirius Analysis, we are a rapidly growing consultancy firm, renowned for our reputation and our keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end consultancy services, ranging from risk and investment analysis to P3M. We operate across multiple sectors, including defence, nuclear, space and energy. We are looking for Principal Consultant to join our Project Management team as we go through our next phase of growth,

The Role:

As a Principal Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end project and programme management services to our clients. You will work closely with stakeholders, project teams, bid teams and Account leads to ensure the successful delivery of projects and initiatives that align with business objectives. The other key element of your role will be leading on bid delivery and the supporting management processes. This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse sectors, including defence, nuclear, space and energy, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions.

• Identifying and winning work in line with the company business objectives.
• Managing the end-to-end bid process , from identifying opportunities to submitting proposals.
• Managing bid resources
• Managing programmes and projects predominantly within defenced based arenas.
• Delivering the end-to-end management of technical projects according to best practice principles by planning, executing, and closing projects according to strict deadlines and timescales.
• Providing effective stakeholder management, communications management, risk management, resource management, scheduling and monitoring and reporting on projects.
• Defining project objectives and overseeing quality control throughout its lifecycle.
• Delivering projects to time, cost budgets and quality.
• Supporting project teams through review of plans and proposals ensuring value for money and ensuring delivery of plans is as required.
• Building new relationships and maintaining successful working relationships with our current customers.
• Maintaining working relationships with your project teams and third-party suppliers.

About You:

Candidates will require expertise in some or all of the following areas:

• Supporting framework proposal & refreshes – this includes monitoring frameworks for opportunities, advising relevant stakeholders of opportunities and working with Account Manager to support bid/no bid meetings.

• APM or equivalent project management qualifications with substantial knowledge of agile project management.
• Be educated to degree level and/or have equivalent relevant experience.

• A technically astute, highly experienced Programme / Project Manager who has significant demonstratable experience operating in a range of project environments of varying scales.

• Evidence of continuous professional development in project management.

• Significant, demonstrable skills in stakeholder management including influencing, negotiating and conflict management.

• Demonstratable experience and capability in writing proposals and coordinating bid management activity.

• Previous experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects through the full lifecycle simultaneously.

• Have strong communication, presentation and written skills.

• Represent the company in client-facing roles, maintaining high standards of professionalism and delivery excellence.

• Ability to travel and work from client sites across the UK predominantly as required, but may also be required to travel and work on worldwide basis.

• Experience working in a consultancy environment or with government clients.

What we offer

We offer a combination of mentoring and internal and external training opportunities, with specialist sector organisations and inhouse courses. You will have exposure to subject matter experts and additional online learning packages.

The role comes with a competitive benefits package including pension (7% company contribution), additional holiday purchase options, private health care, life assurance and electric vehicle scheme.

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
• Candidates must be willing to undergo an internal baseline personnel security standard check prior to starting their employment with the company.
• Candidates must be willing and eligible to complete a United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) security clearance application to the Security Check (SC) level upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC Clearance you will normally need at least 5 years' UK residency.

• Manage complex and dynamic executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments with precision.
• Coordinate and prepare for high-level meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up actions.
• Assist in managing project timelines, tracking deliverables, and coordinating project-related activities.
• Prepare, proofread, and format reports, presentations, and other critical documents.
• Act as a primary point of contact, screening calls and correspondence, and directing inquiries appropriately.
• Conduct research and gather information to support executive decision-making.
• Manage travel arrangements and logistics for executives when required.
• Maintain organized filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Proactively identify and resolve administrative issues to ensure smooth operations.

• Proven experience (5+ years) as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or similar role, supporting senior-level management.
• Demonstrated experience in administrative support for projects or project management.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Teams).
• Discretion and a professional demeanor are essential.