Project Manager

Wärtsilä; Rio de Janeiro; Hybrid; BRL 492,000 - 711,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä in the Marine Project Services group seeks a Project Manager to lead retrofit and conversion projects across a global client base, enhancing vessel performance and reliability. You will drive execution from initiation to completion, in alignment with budgets, schedules, quality standards, and contract specifications.

The role requires coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid work environment, maintaining stakeholder communication, managing resources and costs, and promoting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or maritime engineering.
• Advanced English communication skills.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in project management related to customer delivery in B2B environment.
• Willingness to travel +/- 10%.
• Knowledge of project management & planning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage retrofit and conversion projects in accordance with corporate project management methodologies, ensuring successful execution from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, manage scope changes, and align stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure the availability and effective allocation of resources required for successful project delivery.
• Manage project financials, including budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and overall cost control while maintaining agreed scope, schedule, and quality standards.
• Coordinate vendor selection and oversee supplier performance to ensure project requirements and quality expectations are met.
• Build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships, providing regular project updates and ensuring effective communication across all parties.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams in a global environment, fostering collaboration and driving alignment toward project objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and sharing best practices to enhance future project execution.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Marine Project Services organization, leading retrofit and conversion projects that enhance vessel performance, reliability, and operational efficiency across a global customer base.

As the Project Manager, you are responsible for the execution of a large number of projects within budget, schedule, quality, according to the contractual technical and commercial specifications and customers’ expectations.

These are projects concerning the engineering, assembly, supply, installation and commissioning of new diesel engines, ship propulsion systems and/or ship automation systems, as well as projects for modification, maintenance or repair of these systems.

Position Details

• Location: Open to applicants in Brazil, Panamá, Chile & Paraguay.
• Work model: Hybrid according to local regulations.
• Contract type: Permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage retrofit and conversion projects in accordance with corporate project management methodologies, ensuring successful execution from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, manage scope changes, and align stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure the availability and effective allocation of resources required for successful project delivery.
• Manage project financials, including budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and overall cost control while maintaining agreed scope, schedule, and quality standards.
• Coordinate vendor selection and oversee supplier performance to ensure project requirements and quality expectations are met.
• Build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships, providing regular project updates and ensuring effective communication across all parties.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams in a global environment, fostering collaboration and driving alignment toward project objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and sharing best practices to enhance future project execution.

Required Qualifications to Apply

• Bachelor´s or Master´s degree in engineering, maritime engineering or similar.
• Advanced English communication skills.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in project management related to customer delivery in B2B environment.
• Willingness to travel +/- 10%.
• Knowledge of project management & planning techniques.

Nice to Have (Plus)

• PMP Certification.
• General technical and functional knowledge of (ship) diesel engines, propulsion, electro-technology and/or peripheral equipment in this field is an advantage.
• Knowledge & experience in the maritime industry.

Last application date: 13/11/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

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