Project Manager - Operations

PXGEO; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PxGeo is seeking a Project Manager - Operations in Dubai to lead seismic acquisition surveys from contract award to close-out, ensuring EHSQ, data quality and profitability. You will interface with clients post-handover and assist Sales for tenders, while coordinating with crews, suppliers and stakeholders to keep projects on track.

The role emphasizes survey planning, vessel performance monitoring, cost optimization and strong client engagement. Offshore leadership and travel are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong background in project management within a maritime environment.
• Familiar with seismic surveys and subsea operations.
• Experience managing project financials and budgets.
• Offshore experience in seismic acquisition is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey planning and execution to meet contractual objectives and safety standards.
• Monitor vessel performance and coordinate with offshore teams to resolve issues.
• Manage budget, P&L, and cost control to optimize profitability.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment and proactive communication.
• Travel offshore as required to lead crews and supervise operations.

Skills

Project management

Maritime industry experience

Seismic surveys

Subsea operations

Offshore experience

Seismic acquisition

Budget / P&L management

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in engineering or maritime

Job description

Welcome to PxGeo

PxGeo is a subsea solutions company that combines innovative proprietary technology with decades of operational experience across every major basin to deliver seismic and autonomous subsea solutions efficiently, reliably and on time.

What's the role?

The Project Manager - Operations will manage one or more seismic acquisition surveys from contract award through to close out meeting. The role is responsible for fulfilling the survey objectives including EHSQ performance, data quality and profitability. The Project Manager – Operations will act as the primary client interface following the project handover from the Sales and Commercial teams, until survey-end and the completion of project close-out meetings (internal and external). The role will also provide input as required for the Sales and Commercial teams for the purposes of tendering and marketing. Key responsibilities include:

Survey Planning & Execution

• Understand the contract and the survey parameters, objectives and constraints confirming that the Company can comply or take action to ensure compliance.
• Follow management system to develop plan for acquiring the survey including but not limited to timelines, resources, stakeholders’ engagement, identification of critical path in line with the Company EHSQ standards.
• Ensure that survey plans are developed and maintained in conjunction with key stakeholders including clients, major suppliers etc. Ensure that this communication is maintained throughout the project.
• Follow survey execution metrics in addition to engaging with the crews daily. Ensure any impediments to production are identified and resolved.

Vessel Performance & Operations

• Monitor and track vessel performance metrics on an ongoing basis, identifying operational inefficiencies, deviations from plan, and areas for improvement.
• Participate in working groups, technical forums, and cross-functional meetings to address vessel-related issues, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Escalate and follow up on recurring vessel performance problems in close coordination with Maritime Managers and offshore teams, ensuring timely resolution.
• Conduct regular vessel visits to assess operational conditions firsthand, engage with onboard crews, and support the resolution of field-level challenges.

Budget, P&L & Cost Optimization

• Understand and manage the full financial performance of the survey including budget oversight, P&L tracking, invoicing, reporting, and cashflow management.
• Drive a culture of cost awareness and continuous improvement, proactively identifying opportunities to reduce operational costs without compromising safety or data quality.
• Explore and implement synergies across surveys, vessels, and suppliers to maximize efficiency and reduce duplication of effort or expenditure.
• Generate and champion ideas for cost optimization, presenting proposals to the Head of Operations and relevant stakeholders for review and approval.
• Identify and monitor financial risks and opportunities throughout the survey lifecycle, escalating issues as appropriate and adjusting plans accordingly.

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

• Act as the primary client interface from project handover through to survey close-out, ensuring consistent and proactive communication at all stages.
• Organize and lead structured client meetings including project kick-off sessions, progress reviews, and close-out meetings ensuring alignment on objectives, performance, and next steps.
• Conduct client visits and site tours as appropriate to strengthen relationships, demonstrate operational transparency, and address concerns in person.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to provide project updates, manage expectations, and resolve any operational or contractual issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and suppliers, working in close partnership with internal stakeholders where appropriate.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Fulfill assigned responsibilities as part of the Emergency Response team in line with the Emergency Response Plan and duty list as required.
• Travel as appropriate to provide the necessary project leadership at crew level as well as the engagement of clients and suppliers. Ability to travel offshore is mandatory

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor or Master’s degree with scientific/engineering background or Maritime/Subsea education. Equivalent industry experience maybe considered.
• 5-8 years experience in managing projects especially those taking place in a maritime context. Industry project management training is preferred.
• Familiarity with seismic surveys and/or subsea operations.
• Offshore experience in seismic acquisition and/or subsea operations.
• Experience managing project financials.