Assistant Package Manager
// Role Summary
Support the delivery of critical defence infrastructure as an Assistant Package Manager in Plymouth. This role offers hands-on experience across the project lifecycle in a major programme environment.
// Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of construction and infrastructure packages.
- Coordinate engineering, commercial, and supply chain activities.
- Monitor project progress, cost, and quality.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to safe and compliant project delivery.
- Must be a sole UK National eligible for SC security clearance.
// Role Specification
Assistant Package Manager
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Salary: £35,900 - £42,300 Depending on Experience + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Babcock is seeking an Assistant Package Manager to join their team at the Devonport Royal Dockyard. This role is integral to delivering critical infrastructure that supports the UK’s defence capability. You will be part of a major programme, contributing to the creation of a safe and secure world.
The Role
As an Assistant Package Manager, you will support the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure packages within a major programme environment. You will be involved in all stages of the project lifecycle, from initial design development through to construction and project close-out. This role provides a valuable opportunity to develop your career in project and engineering management, gaining exposure to large, regulated programmes and working with multidisciplinary teams. Your work will directly contribute to national defence capability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of infrastructure and construction packages across design, procurement, and build phases.
- Coordinate activities between engineering, commercial, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth project execution.
- Monitor project performance, including progress, cost, and quality metrics.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to maintain effective communication and alignment.
- Contribute to safe, compliant delivery in line with project and regulatory requirements.
This is a full-time position, working 35 hours per week, based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard.
Essential Experience:
- Experience working within construction or infrastructure project environments.
- Understanding of engineering design and construction processes.
- Knowledge of reinforced concrete construction and temporary works.
- Familiarity with procurement processes and contract administration.
- Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments.
Qualifications:
- Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- CSCS card.
- Project management qualification (e.g., APM or equivalent) is desirable.
Security Clearance:
The successful candidate must be a sole UK National and will be required to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
What Babcock Offers:
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations.
- Employee share scheme and shopping savings portal.
- Payment of Professional Fees.
- Special paid leave for Reservists in the armed forces.
- Holiday Trading scheme.
- 'Be Kind Day' for volunteering.
- Excellent development opportunities and an employee assistance programme supporting wellbeing.
Babcock is a global FTSE 100 organisation committed to making a difference through meaningful careers that respect work-life balance. We are a disability confident committed employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are happy to discuss flexible working options.
Closing date: 19/07/2026
Role ID: SF74628