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Kbs Maritime

Senior Design Manager (Maritime and Civils)

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Kbs Maritime
Joint venture delivering naval base infrastructure, asset management and fleet support.
Lead design and asset management for maritime and civil projects at HMNB Portsmouth.
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
290 Employees
Service Specialisms
Asset Management
Facilities Management
Energy Solutions
Hard FM
Alongside Services
Infrastructure Development
Contractor Management
Apprenticeship Schemes
Sector Specialisms
Marine Services
Industrial
Utilities Management & Operations
Strategic Estates Knowledge Management
Asset and Information Management
Design & Build Lifecycle & New Infrastructure
Repair & Maintenance of Assets
Locking, Docking & Berthing
Role
What you would be doing
What you bringBenefits
  • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
  • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
  • A competitive salary
  • Life assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Service
  • 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard.
  • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Continued professional career development
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
  • interviews scheduled to commence week commencing 13 oct 2025
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2021
Year Established
The company was formed in 2021 through a partnership between global leaders in their respective fields.
Millions
Pounds in Contracts
The company has secured significant funding through multi-million-pound contracts for infrastructure development and revitalization projects.
  • Built to rejuvenate Portsmouth Naval Base with cutting-edge infrastructure programs.
  • Delivers asset management, engineering upgrades, logistics, and waterfront design.
  • Typical work includes base regeneration, fleet support systems, and energy-efficient upgrades.
  • Crafted a reputation for reliability through defence-focused innovation and rapid delivery.
  • Operates in a niche maritime-infrastructure space, shaping naval readiness in the UK.
Culture + Values
  • Zero Harm – ensuring we provide a safe place to work with zero harm to our people, our community and our environment.
  • Great Place to Work – providing an environment for innovation and equality, working with honesty, openness, and trust.
  • Trusted Partner – a proud partner of Team Portsmouth, we will continue to build on the collaborative culture, ensure our name is always associated with quality and deliver 'Best Enterprise' outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
2030 & 2040
Net Zero Carbon Targets
Committed to achieving Net Zero Carbon by 2030 (Scope 1 & 2) and 2040 (Scope 3).
750 kW
Solar Canopy Capacity
Completed a solar canopy project delivering up to 750 kW of self-generated energy with battery storage.
  • Achieved ISO 14001 certification for their Environmental Management System.
  • Developed tailored Net Zero Carbon reduction plan within Site Estate Management Plan.
  • Issued comprehensive heat decarbonisation plan for all buildings across the Naval Base.
  • Proposed roadmap for carbon capture & storage for Combined Heat & Power (CHP) systems.
Inclusion & Diversity
Silver Award 2025
Employer Recognition
Recognized by the Ministry of Defence as an outstanding employer with a commitment to inclusion and diversity.
  • Highlighting apprenticeships: multiple team members (Gary Morrison, Jon Bartholomew) progressed from apprenticeship to leadership roles.
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