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Hill Robinson

Refit Project Manager

Hill Robinson Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Maritime Transportation · 201-500 employees

Sep 29
project-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Contractor Spain
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About the role

The project manager will lead the delivery of superyacht new-build or refit projects, overseeing all aspects from design and manufacturing to testing and final delivery. They will assist senior management while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure projects meet international standards.

What they look for

Project management Superyacht construction Naval architecture Marine engineering Shipbuilding Ship repair Leadership Negotiation People management Electrical engineering HVAC Navigation systems Communication systems Audio-visual systems Production planning Regulatory compliance

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, or a related field, along with a proven track record in superyacht project management. Strong leadership, communication skills, and the legal right to work in Spain are essential requirements for this role.

Full description

Position based Barcelona

Role

The project manager will lead the delivery of superyacht new-build or refit projects, including all aspects of design, manufacturing, construction, testing, commissioning, and delivery. The project manager will assist the senior project manager/owner representative. The Project manager will have the support of a project management office. The role will report to the senior project manager and the Director of Projects.

Profile

  • Demonstrable track record in delivering new build or refit superyacht projects in the role of owner's project manager.
  • Demonstrable track record in the delivery of large multi-disciplinary capital projects working with geographically dispersed teams.
  • Strong shipbuilding/ship repair background and qualification in either a project management, naval architect, or marine engineering discipline.
  • Strong leadership skills coupled with effective communication skills.
  • Will possess strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
  • Good negotiator.
  • Team player and experienced people manager.

Skills

  • Will demonstrate knowledge of all elements of modern superyacht design and construction, including but not limited to naval architecture, marine engineering, electrical engineering, HVAC, navigation and communications systems, audio-visual systems, fairing and painting, and interior and exterior outfitting disciplines.
  • Will demonstrate knowledge of all shipbuilding and ship repair production techniques and processes, including but not limited to dry-docking/lifting/hauling/undocking/launching.
  • Will demonstrate knowledge of all applicable IMO. Classification Society and Flag Administration conventions, rules and regulations.
  • Will demonstrate knowledge and experience of modern international project management standards.
  • Will demonstrate ability to identify, plan, and execute work in accordance with international project management standards.
  • Proficient in the use of modern project management software tools and applications.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications and databases.
  • Working-level knowledge of the Spanish language is desirable.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree-level qualification in naval architecture or marine engineering, or other applicable engineering qualification
  • Demonstrable track record in delivering new build or refit superyacht projects in the role of project manager.
  • Internationally recognised project management qualification (IPMA, APM, PMI or equivalent) preferred but not essential.
  • Will have the right to live and work in Europe, specifically Spain.

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