At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting maritime software projects and ensure successful implementations across multiple countries.
- Company: Join Helm Operations, a global leader in maritime software solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy remote work, flexible hours, competitive salary, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values collaboration, initiative, and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the marine industry while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in project management with strong communication and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
At Helm Operations, we build the software that keeps the world’s maritime operations moving. Our mission is simple: deliver software that connects the marine industry like no other technology company. We’re looking for a Project Manager (PM) who will support the Director of Professional Services to successfully execute on a portfolio of enterprise-level Helm CONNECT software implementations.
A significant focus of this role is Helm Operations’ largest current programme: a multi-year, multi-country rollout for a major European-headquartered marine towage and offshore group. The work involves close coordination with the customer’s central programme office and a third-party systems integrator, including a complex integration between Helm CONNECT and the customer’s enterprise ERP platform.
Your Responsibilities:
- Able to manage multiple concurrent projects and workstreams and respond to shifting priorities.
- Able to adhere to strict schedules and project milestones while ensuring quality.
- Exhibit leadership qualities in executing projects with considerable latitude for independent judgment.
- Become knowledgeable about our customers in the workboat industry and their sub-verticals, such as Harbor Docking, Inland Barging, and Coastal Barging.
- Comfortable working across cultures and time zones on international, multi-country engagements.
- Able to communicate clearly and proactively.
- Be goal-oriented and achieve stated objectives with help and direction from management and peers.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and able to handle challenging situations with composure, professionalism, and courtesy.
- Strive to outperform the departmental KPI benchmarks; KPIs include project delivery and revenue targets.
- Must be a self-motivated team player, with a positive can-do attitude and solid work ethic.
Your Qualifications:
- Diploma, Degree or Technical Certification in related field or proven equivalent experience.
- 5+ years previous experience in project management.
- Professional and mature with the ability to develop quality customer relationships quickly.
- Proven proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Proven proficiency with Microsoft Project.
- Experience supporting enterprise software implementations and/or ERP integrations is an asset.
- Ability to travel by car and/or plane. May include weekend travel.
- Ability to travel internationally is required.
- Current valid driver’s license and passport are required.
- PMP certification (or working towards) is an asset.
- Scrum master certification is an asset.
Our Core Values:
- Together We Win: Collaboration is our superpower. We achieve more by sharing knowledge, supporting one another, and working toward common goals.
- Own It: We take initiative, follow through, and deliver on our commitments.
- Care Deeply: We care about our products, our customers, the quality of our work, and each other.
- Enjoy the Ride: We celebrate wins, learn through challenges, and make space for connection and joy along the way.
- Eye of the Tiger: We bring a healthy hunger for challenge, take proactive action, and embrace opportunities to learn and grow.
Perks and Benefits:
- A 100% remote working environment.
- Flexible working hours with overlap during core business hours.
- Base salary of 55,000 – 65,000 GBP.
- Target annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
- Paid vacation, seven floater days, and your birthday off.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits from your first day.
- Fitness reimbursement.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan eligibility after six months.
- Learning and professional development pathways.
- An inclusive culture with remote-team activities and events.
Helm is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer where everyone is welcome. We sincerely thank everyone who applies. Due to the volume of applications received, we will contact candidates whose experience most closely aligns with the requirements of the role.
Project Manager employer: Helm Operations
At Helm Operations, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their projects while caring deeply for our customers. With a fully remote working environment, flexible hours, and a strong focus on professional development, we offer an excellent opportunity for growth and meaningful contributions in the maritime software industry. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates successes and embraces challenges together, all while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive atmosphere.
