Project Manager – Vessel Intervention Projects

About the role

The Project Manager leads end‑to‑end execution of vessel intervention periods, covering maintenance, repair, mobilisation, conversion and equipment installation. The role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet strict quality and safety standards while achieving high vessel performance after redelivery.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, organize and plan complex projects, and run daily progress meetings.
• Coordinate with Technical Works Manager, Technical Supervisors, Procurement and Vessel Manager to keep stakeholders informed.
• Lead and coach the project team, ensuring performance, wellbeing and a collaborative environment.
• Oversee financial control, manage budget change requests, conduct financial analysis and own the final invoicing.
• Manage yard and subcontractor contracts, handle variation orders and drive contractor‑focused scheduling.
• Resolve claims efficiently with input from supervisors and finance.
• Report weekly progress to the Project Steering Committee and monitor the Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).
• Spend 9‑12 months at headquarters for preparation and 2‑3 months on‑site during execution, following a 2:1 rotation schedule.

Required profile

• Master’s degree or equivalent technical diploma.
• Basic technical knowledge of ship repair, preferably on dredging or offshore installation vessels.
• Experience in turnaround repair or conversion projects (on‑shore or offshore) is advantageous.
• Strong finance‑control capabilities and overall project‑management experience.
• People‑management skills with the ability to build and lead a cohesive team.

Required skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Finance control and budget management
• Contract management
• ITP (Inspection & Test Plan) monitoring

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead high‑impact vessel projects in a dynamic maritime environment.
• Exposure to both headquarters planning and on‑site execution phases.
• Collaborative, technically focused team culture.