Technical Project Manager

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

Job summary

Foreship Ltd., part of RINA, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Europe Marine Engineering division in Helsinki/Turku/Hamburg. You will lead complex cruise ship conversion and newbuilding projects, coordinating naval architects, engineers and external partners from concept through delivery.

The role requires a MSc/BSc in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering, at least five years of relevant experience, strong leadership and English fluency, and the ability to manage scope,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a project engineering/management role for cruise ship conversions or newbuilds.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale maritime projects with full responsibility for scope, budget, and schedule.
• Strong technical knowledge of ship design processes, especially cruise vessel conversions.
• Strong knowledge of maritime rules, regulations, and class requirements with hands-on experience applying them during conversions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex cruise ship conversion projects from early design phase through final delivery.
• Contribute as a key Project Manager in cruise ship newbuilding and ferry projects when required.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including naval architects, engineers and external partners to ensure efficient collaboration and delivery.
• Provide technical oversight on general arrangement, technical specifications and compliance with classifications society rules and maritime regulations.

Skills

Project leadership

English fluency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering degree

Job description

RINA is a global knowledge company where expertise travels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.

Foreship (part of RINA) is currently recruiting for a Technical Project Manager to join our office in Helsinki/Turku/Hamburg within the Europe Marine Engineering Division.

Mission

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering complex cruise ship conversion projects, ensuringtechnical excellence, regulatory compliance, budget control, and client satisfaction. The role also contributes tonewbuilding and technology-driven projects, acting as a key link between clients, design teams, and internalstakeholders to ensure successful project execution from concept development through delivery. #FORESHIP

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and manage large, complex cruise ship conversion projects from early design phase through to final delivery.
• Contribute as a key Project Manager in cruise ship newbuilding and ferry projects when required.
• Actively participate in demanding ship design projects, primarily related to cruise ship conversions, in close collaboration with the Naval Architecture Engineering Department.
• Contribute to the technical design by preparing drawings, documents and reports for client projects.
• Support additional projects, including cruise ship newbuilding, ferry newbuilding, and new technologyinitiatives, as needed.
• Define and manage project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource planning in alignment with clientexpectations and internal requirements.
• Monitor and control project budget, schedule, risks, and quality throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including naval architects, engineers, and external partners, ensuringefficient collaboration and delivery.
• Provide technical oversight and expertise in: general arrangement, technical specifications, classificationsociety rules and maritime regulations, safety and statutory requirements.
• Represent the company in client meetings, technical workshops, and design reviews, providing expertguidance and practical solutions.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant role (Project Engineer/Project Manager or similar) for cruise ship conversion projects and/or newbuilding projects.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale maritime projects with full responsibility for scope, budget, andschedule.
• Strong technical knowledge of ship design processes, particularly within cruise vessel conversion projects.
• Solid understanding of general arrangement, ship systems integration, technical specifications within complex cruise ship projects.
• Strong knowledge of maritime rules, regulations, and class requirements, with hands‑on experience applying them during conversions.
• Ability to confidently lead client meetings and technical discussions.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage priorities under tight schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

At RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.

Flexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued and empowered to develop their potential. RINA provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any basis. We are compliant with Italian Law n. 68/99.