Newbuilding Project Manager Southampton/ UK

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Job Description

Area UK & Ireland is part of the Maritime Region West Europe. Area UK & Ireland includes all operational classification business and consists of more than 60 colleagues in seven locations. UK is a thriving maritime centre with conventional ship owners plus high activity with Charterers, Ship Finance, Ship Brokers, and representative offices of many international owners.

We are looking for an experienced Newbuilding Project Manager for a series of aluminium high speed light crafts to be built in Southampton/ UK. Besides Newbuilding, the role requires flexibility to support Certification and Verification of Materials and Components as well as Ship in Operations/ Fleet in Service activities.

Job responsibilities:

• Have the overall responsibility for executing the Newbuilding project, this includes activities across all project phases from sales handover to project close-out
• Be the contact person towards the builder, the owner's representatives and other DNV units involved in the project and is given the authority to act on behalf of DNV within the scope of work defined with the yard
• Responsible for professional and consistent deliveries throughout the project - plan, co-ordinate, follow up and improve the operational activities of the project in accordance with the framework in the DNV strategy, budget, the DMS and other applicable instructions
• Coordinate multi-discipline work and initiate cooperation across disciplines as required
• Perform project control, reporting and follow up within due date
• Monitor and inform about status upon completion of the project according to project specific requirements and the general governing documents
• Ensure proper service delivery and after sales activities, including such actions for which support from line managers or other units in DNV will be necessary
• Responsible for HSE management throughout the project to ensure no work-related accidents or sickness occurs and to minimize HSE risks in daily operation
• Ensure that project team members are informed about and properly trained in safety and health related procedures and regulations valid for the project and monitor that these are followed

Responsibilities

We value all our people and the contributions they make to our business, so it's important that our rewards make us all feel valued here. That's why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package, allowing you to choose the things that matter most to you, including;

• Non-contractual profit share scheme
• Excellent development and career progression opportunities
• Lifestyle benefits: 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity for up to 10 days unpaid leave, sabbatical leave, flexible working options
• Wellbeing benefits: (inc Private Medical, Dental Insurance, Health Assessments, Gym allowance). Company contribution towards eye tests and glasses (for computer/laptop users), and Flu Vaccinations. Also, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides free and confidential support for issues including work, family, relationships, money and health and we provide free fruit in our offices
• Financial Benefits: including a Pension Scheme with employer pension contributions up to 9%, Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Travel benefits: Season Ticket Loan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (for personal use)
• Re-imbursement of relevant Professional Membership Fees (up to £570)
• Access to employee retail discount site for high street and on-line shopping

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or experience as Chief Engineer
• Minimum 5 years work experience as class and statutory Surveyor, including relevant qualifications
• Experience as Newbuilding Project Manager with high speed light craft experience (aluminium) would be advantageous
• Relevant Ship in Operation/ Fleet in Service and Certification of Material and Components qualifications
• Electrical and Automation qualifications desirable
• Fluent verbal and written command of English
• Valid driver's license

Personal Qualities

• Team player and able to lead a team
• Capable of working independently and reliably
• Self-driven and highly engaged, with the ability to motivate others
• Understanding of role of class, rules, and class systematics
• Service oriented and proactive attitudes toward clients, good cooperation and communication behavior with both internal and external clients
• Excellent in building and maintaining personal and professional relationships as well as interacting routinely with customers to build credibility
• Willing to relocate nationally or internationally for future assignments
• Committed to DNV's vision and values
• Eager to support new processes and tools to drive digitalisation and enhance service delivery