Our client is a market leader in offshore dredging, construction and installation services. They have a long history of performing significant international projects. Offshore Energy is now one of their key strategic growth areas for the company. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading organisation as they focus their operations across the UK and Europe.
The Project Manager will lead and oversee offshore energy rock installation projects in the UK and Europe from planning through execution, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery, in accordance with contract and client specifications. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in marine construction, and experience managing complex offshore operations.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Execution:
Develop detailed project execution plans, schedules, and budgets for offshore wind rock installation, including safety and quality control.
Scheduling and coordinating engineering, procurement, and logistics to ensure readiness for offshore operations.
Focal point for client operational communication.
Team Leadership:
Manage multi-disciplinary project teams, including subcontractors and vessel crews.
Foster a culture of safety and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Stakeholder Management:
Serve as primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Coordination of subcontracted work
Prepare and deliver progress reports, risk assessments, and financial updates.
Operational Oversight:
Verification of vessel readiness in accordance with the client contract and project requirements
Supervise offshore installation activities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications.
Monitor vessel performance, offshore installation activities, weather conditions, and operational risks.
Assurance of compliance to applicable laws, regulation, and local requirements
Compliance and Safety:
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Implement quality assurance and control measures throughout the project lifecycle.
Project cost control, reporting & ISO compliance
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Ideally - but not essential - you will have a Bachelors degree in engineering, Marine Construction, or related field (Masters preferred).
Minimum 10+ years of experience in offshore construction or marine projects, with at least 5 years in a project management role.
Proven experience in international offshore wind or subsea rock installation projects.
Strong knowledge of marine equipment, vessels, and installation techniques.
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
High level of safety awareness and commitment.
Ability to work under pressure and in challenging offshore environments.
Strong knowledge of ISO standards and marine regulatory compliance, particularly in UK & Europe.
Strong financial and contractual management abilities and negotiation strategies.
Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.
Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, financial, and operational risks.
Travel & Conditions
Hybrid working - the UK Head Office is based in Surrey, but you can be located anywhere in the UK that has good connections to London and able to work in dynamic offshore environments with some international travel.
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