Job Description

At ORE Catapult, we are the UK's leading centre for innovation, technology development, and research in offshore renewable energy. Our purpose is to accelerate the UK's journey toward a net-zero future by enabling pioneering advances in offshore wind, wave, and tidal energy.


In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the successful delivery of our capital build portfolio. You will work closely with the Project Director to manage project processes, financial activities, and formal documentation, while ensuring projects progress smoothly through key stages. This includes producing high-quality reporting, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and taking ownership of smaller project areas to help drive effective and efficient project outcomes.

Position:

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As a

Capital Build Manager (Assistant PM)

, you will support the delivery of the capital build portfolio, working closely with the Project Director to ensure successful project execution. This role involves financial oversight, documentation management, reporting, communication, and taking the lead on smaller projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the capital build portfolio in collaboration with the Project Director.


Oversee and execute financial processes, including:

Timesheet approvals Payment claims Procurement requisitions

Prepare and maintain key project documentation such as change notes, technical queries, and formal contract-management documents.


Produce project forecasts and monthly financial reports.


Manage internal and external communications, including progress updates, risks, and issue reporting.


Lead on assigned small-scale projects.

Requirements:

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Skills & Experience Required

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Proven experience in the setup and delivery of projects. Strong financial awareness and analytical capability. Understanding of project management principles, frameworks, project lifecycle stages, and stage gate processes. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to anticipate challenges and work proactively on solutions.

Personal Qualities

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Excellent communication and influencing ability. Strong focus and ability to work to deadlines. Confident presenter with good stakeholder engagement skills. Adheres to organisational processes, procedures, and regulations. Comfortable working with diverse technical teams and external customers. Recognises when to seek support or additional expertise.


Benefits: Health insurance, Life insurance, Supplementary health cover, Flexible working hours, Paid parental leave, Career progression opportunities, Mental health support, Wellbeing programme, Pension scheme, Exclusive staff discounts / Partnerships, Gym membership / Fitness expense reimbursement, Flexible work location, Mentorship programmes