Framework Manager - Navy Future Dredging Capability (NFDC)

Boskalis Westminster Ltd, is the UK subsidiary of the Royal Boskalis Group, a leading global dredging and offshore contractor and maritime services provider. With roots in the Netherlands and operations around the globe, we pride ourselves on innovation, safety, and sustainability, offering challenging careers in the heart of the marine engineering sector.

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. Dredging is one of Boskalis’ core activities and has been at the heart of our business for over 100 years. We have delivered major international projects, including land reclamation for Manila International Airport, the development of Pulau Tekong in Singapore, Singapore’s first polder, and the expansion of the Suez Canal. We have also contributed to the creation of new nature areas such as the Marker Wadden.

Within this role, you will be part of our Dredging division, working on projects that protect coastlines, reclaim land and support the development of vital infrastructure.

Our long history reflects the ingenuity, expertise and commitment of our people. By working collaboratively, we continue to deliver complex projects and create lasting impact around the world.

Job Description

Make your mark as a Framework Manager - Navy Future Dredging Capability at Boskalis!

The Framework Manager acts as Boskalis Westminster's senior representative for the Ministry of Defence Navy Future Dredging Capability (NFDC) Framework. The role is responsible for the successful management and execution of the framework contract, ensuring compliance with all contractual, commercial, operational, security and stakeholder requirements.

This role reports into the Operations Manager and bridges operational delivery, commercial management, stakeholder engagement and strategic contract governance. 

The role involves periods of work in a Hybrid office/remote role and during execution of the works require on site presence managing the work execution. While on site the operations are undertaken 7 days per week 0700-1800 with an hour lunch break. 

Main Tasks:

• Operational leadership
• Client relationship management
• Project management
• Health, Safety, Environment and Quality compliance
• Security and Compliance
• Planning and Execution of Dredging campaigns

Contract and Framework Management

• Act as the primary contract owner and senior Boskalis representative for the NFDC Framework.

• Lead framework governance meetings, contract reviews and performance reporting. 

• Monitor contractual risks, obligations, liabilities and opportunities. 

• Manage contractual correspondence and maintain contractual records. 

• Coordinate responses to Campaign Notices and ensure timely mobilisation planning. 

• Support dispute avoidance and resolution processes. 

• Ensure compliance with audit, record retention, FOI, security and reporting obligations. 

• Project Manage the agreed campaigns on location managing direct reports and indirect resources (vessels and crew)

Commercial Management

• Own the framework's commercial performance and profitability. 

• Coordinate pricing of Campaign Notices and contract variations. 

• Review budgets, forecasts and cost reports. 

• Work closely with Contract Support Engineers and Quantity Surveyors. 

• Drive financial performance against business targets. 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge and Experience:

Essential 

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline. 

• Minimum 10 years' experience within marine construction, dredging or major infrastructure projects. 

• Significant experience managing NEC, FIDIC or similar contracts. 

• Proven experience in senior client-facing roles. 

• Strong commercial and financial management skills. 

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams. 

• Full UK driving licence. 

• Eligible to obtain UK security clearance. 

Desirable 

• Experience working with UK Government or Defence clients. 

• Chartered Engineer, Chartered Manager or equivalent professional status. 

• Experience in dredging and port maintenance operations. 

• Knowledge of naval infrastructure and harbour maintenance activities. 

• Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent). 

Additional Information

What you can expect:

• A dynamic environment : A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions :   As well as offering a competitive salary we give industry leading benefits, including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (based on a full-time contract), a generous pension package, with the opportunity to add flexible benefits.. Conveniently located office with a friendly, supportive team.
• Career development : Plenty of opportunities to realise your full potential with training and development through our Boskalis Academy

Extra Information:

• Your team:  Reporting to the Operations Manager in the Operations Business Unit.
• Where you will work:  Your work will involve periods of work in a Hybrid office/remote role and during execution of the works require on site presence.
• Full/part-time job:  The position of Framework Manager comprises aprox 236 days working per year broken into:
• Average 8 days per month for co-ordination meetings 
• 4 monitoring survey campaigns of 3 weeks, full time
• 2 dredging campaigns of 3-4 weeks full time
• Potential ad hoc campaigns dependent on client requirements
• Permanent/Fixed Term:  This is a permanent position. 
• Next steps:  Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online and in person at our Fareham office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company. 

Interested? 

Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your motivation letter and CV on our careers site. 

We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please note that the position may be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

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