Project & Build Manager

Project and Build Manager – Gujan-Mestras, France Our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Wroxham, are currently seeking an experienced and commercially astute Project and Build Manager to join them on a full-time, two-year fixed-term contract, based at their build partner’s shipyard in France. Knowledge, Skills & Experience: * Proven experience managing complex, high-value projects from design and development through manufacture and delivery. * Strong commercial and financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and contract management. * Experience working with outsourced manufacturers, shipyards, suppliers or strategic partners. * Strong knowledge of project planning, risk management, change control and project reporting. * Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. * Experience in the marine industry or large-yacht construction is highly desirable. * Degree-level education or equivalent; a recognised project management qualification would be advantageous. * Fluency in both written and spoken French and English is essential. Main Responsibilities: * Lead end-to-end project planning, delivery, reporting and governance in line with the clients Project Management Office framework. * Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, risks, issues and change control, ensuring timely decisions and escalation. * Oversee commercial and contract matters, including supplier quotations, invoices, variations and cost control. * Coordinate Design, Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance and other teams with the build partner and external suppliers. * Support design-for-manufacture, industrialisation and production readiness to ensure successful yacht build and delivery. * Monitor build progress, quality, commissioning and compliance against agreed specifications and brand standards. * Build effective stakeholder relationships while maintaining accountability and protecting their commercial interests. About the role: You will manage projects from design and industrialisation through manufacture, commissioning and final delivery, ensuring they meet agreed budgets, schedules, specifications and quality standards. Acting as their principal day-to-day contact with the build partner, you will coordinate teams across our UK business and external suppliers, maintaining strong project controls, commercial oversight and effective communication throughout. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive project leader who can combine technical understanding with commercial awareness, build strong relationships and ensure their prestigious yachts are delivered to the exceptional standards expected of the brand. For further details regarding this exciting opportunity please forward a copy of your CV today! Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications, we receive I’m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward. If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch. Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Todd Hayes Ltd