Senior Project Manager - Port
Senior Project Manager – Port
Falkland Islands Government
FIG Grade A, starting salary £57,216 - £65,584 dependent on qualifications and experience.
The Position
Suitable port facilities are an essential enabler for the economy, with approximately 95% of goods imported to the Falkland Islands shipped by sea. The Falkland Islands Government took a significant decision to award a contract to design and build a new port for the Falkland Islands in 2025, and is currently progressing Detailed Design. FIG is seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage the delivery stages of this major national infrastructure project.
Based in the Falkland Islands, and reporting to the Director of Development and Commercial Services, your role will be challenging and fast-paced. You will be responsible for management of all port project work streams for FIG, including management of an in-house Resident Engineer, and of FIG’s professional services team, as well as responsibility for liaison with and management of the appointed contractors, with teams split between the Falkland Islands and the UK/Europe. You will ensure that the project is managed to the highest professional standards, within a structured project framework and robust governance and controls.
You will act as FIG’s representative for stakeholder engagement and communications throughout the project, which will involve local industry sectors and the wider community. You will lead on management of the project’s multi-million-pound budget, management of risk, and will ensure that project reporting fits within FIG’s overall programme management framework. This is a challenging role to ensure successful delivery of this high profile and critical national infrastructure project.
The Person
We are looking for a highly motivated, accredited senior project professional, with extensive experience of successfully leading and delivering complex major infrastructure projects, of high value and profile. You will demonstrate a strong track record of project delivery to a high standard within budget and agreed timescales, using recognised project management approaches. Experience of leading large civil engineering infrastructure projects and using the NEC suite of contracts would be beneficial.
In return for your passion, creativity and hard work, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant contribution to the economic development of the Falkland Islands.
Salary Package also includes:
- Fixed Term Contract of 3 years, with extension possible by mutual agreement
- Eligibility for a 25% gratuity
- 41 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Public & Government Holidays).
- Relocation Allowance to help with moving costs.
- Flights Package for you and your accompanying dependents.
- Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
- Favourable tax regime
Please note, successful applicants with Falkland Islands Status/PRP or a Falkland Islands work permit will be employed on local terms and conditions.
How to Apply
Applications should be made via the Falkland Islands Government’s dedicated jobs site: https://www.jobs.gov.fk/
For an initial conversation about the role or about living and working in the Falklands, contact the Director of Development and Commercial Services, Becky Clark, by emailing ddcs@sec.gov.fk
Applications close on Sunday 21st September 2025.
Salary range
- £57,216 - £65,584 per year