Project Manager

The Project Manager for the Falkland Islands Government will be responsible for planning, coordinating, budgeting and supervising major infrastructure projects. Ranging from development to completion by overseeing projects, specialised contractors and other personnel to ensure projects are operated within Government policies, strategies and objective and performance standards are achieved. 

The Role

The role will involve leading all construction aspects of infrastructure projects to provide strategic and professional guidance to the Director of Public Works, Project and Programme Boards. When appointed to a Programme / Project board, the Project Manager will report to the board and take direction from the board relating to the specific project.  Responsibilities will also include ensuring that assigned projects meet the project and contract milestones for the construction and commissioning of infrastructure projects, on time and within budget.

The Person

The post holder will be responsible for managing a variety of projects in the Islands as well as reviewing and managing project objectives, policies, procedures and performance outcomes within the Falkland Islands Government framework and contract specifications

The applicant should hold a recognised civil engineering degree, or equivalent, with extensive (10+ years) senior role experience in delivering large complex infrastructure.

In addition, canididates should be highly computer literate (CAD, MS Project, MS Excel, and other engineering software and have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to win the confidence and carry credibility.

The Package

• Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years.
• Starting Salary £55,759 up to £61,691 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) rising to £80,693.
• Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity (taxable).
• 41 days paid leave, 30 days paid annual leave plus 11 government and public holidays.
• Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
• Flights Package for you and any recognised dependents residing with you at post both at the beginning and end of contract, along with additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract.
• Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
• Favourable income tax rates.
• A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.

For further information regarding the position please contact Mr Colin Summers, by emailing csummers@pwd.gov.fk or by calling +500 27193.

To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.

Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process

Closing Date for Applications - 29 March 2024

Shortlisting commencing - 1 April 2024

Interviews commencing - 8 April 2024

Public Works Department

Responsible for the development, construction and maintenance of key infrastructure required to support our community in the Falkland Islands, the Public Works Department is one of the largest departments in FIG.

Falkland Islands Government (FIG)

The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.

As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.

For more information about working for Falkland Islands Government, take a look at our recruitment microsite: www.jobs.gov.fk

The Falkland Islands

Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!

The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.

For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.