Cruise Ship Conversion Project Lead

Foreship Ltd.; Turku; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Foreship, part of RINA, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Europe Marine Engineering division. The role spans Helsinki, Turku, and Hamburg, leading complex cruise ship conversion projects and contributing to newbuilding and technology initiatives.

You will coordinate naval architecture and engineering teams, manage scope, budget and timelines, and ensure regulatory compliance and client satisfaction throughout concept development to delivery.

Qualifications

• MSc or BSc in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management or similar roles for cruise ship conversion/newbuilding projects.
• Proven track record managing large maritime projects with scope, budget and schedule responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of ship design processes, general arrangement, and ship systems integration.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex cruise ship conversion projects from early design through final delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including naval architects, engineers, and external partners.
• Monitor and control project budget, schedule, risks, and quality across the lifecycle.
• Prepare drawings, documents, and reports for client projects and design reviews.
• Represent the company in client meetings and workshops, providing guidance and practical solutions.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

MSc or BSc in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Job description

Foreship, part of RINA, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Europe Marine Engineering division. The role spans Helsinki, Turku, and Hamburg, leading complex cruise ship conversion projects and contributing to newbuilding and technology initiatives.

You will coordinate naval architecture and engineering teams, manage scope, budget and timelines, and ensure regulatory compliance and client satisfaction throughout concept development to delivery.