Project Manager

Proteus Professionals; La Ciotat; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to work on superyacht projects

Multicultural and collaborative work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A maritime project management firm is seeking Project Managers in La Ciotat, France, to oversee yacht refit and repair projects. This role is open to all experience levels, from junior to senior positions. Candidates should have a background in project management within maritime or technical industries, ideally with project management certifications. The firm offers a collaborative environment working on world-class superyacht projects and provides a competitive salary aligned with experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within maritime, shipyard, or technical industries.
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in communication, especially in English.
• PM certifications (PMP, IPMA) are beneficial for mid/senior hires.

Responsibilities

• Assist or lead yacht refit and repair project planning.
• Prepare project estimates, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external subcontractors.
• Act as a contact point for clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Oversee project progress and mitigate risks.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate project documentation

Skills

Project management experience in maritime or engineering

Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams

Strong communication skills in English

French proficiency

Technical understanding of marine systems

Organized and proactive

Education

Project management certifications (PMP, IPMA, etc.)

Job description

Proteus Professionals is partnering with a renowned international shipyard group specializing in superyacht refit, repair, and maintenance. To support their expanding operations in La Ciotat, we are seeking Project Managers at all seniority levels—from junior/assistant PMs to senior-level PMs.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a highly respected organization delivering complex, high-value projects for some of the world’s most prestigious yachts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist or lead the planning and execution of yacht refit and repair projects
• Support or manage the preparation of project estimates, schedules, and budgets
• Coordinate internal departments and external subcontractors
• Act as a primary or supporting point of contact for clients
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Oversee project progress, mitigate risks, and implement corrective actions
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate project documentation

Ideal Profile

• Experience in project management within maritime, shipyard, engineering, or other technical industries (open to all levels)
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage diverse stakeholders
• Strong communication skills in English; French proficiency is a strong advantage
• Technical understanding of marine systems or yacht engineering is a plus
• Project management certifications (PMP, IPMA, etc.) are beneficial for mid/senior hires
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable in a dynamic environment

What’s Offered

• Openings for multiple levels of experience
• The chance to work on world-class superyacht projects
• Competitive salary package aligned with experience
• A multicultural, collaborative, and innovative work environment

  How to Apply

  To express your interest or request more information, please contact Proteus Professionals directly:

  All applications and inquiries will be handled with full confidentiality.