Drydock & Account Manager – Offshore Vessels

GLO MARINE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Offshore Project Manager to lead high-impact retrofit projects for offshore support vessels. This role demands a strong technical background in project management and client relationship development. You will oversee projects from planning through execution, ensuring quality and safety while maintaining stakeholder communication. Join a collaborative team of engineers and specialists, where your contributions will help shape the future of offshore accounts. If you're passionate about driving project success and building long-term client relationships, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years in superintendent, vessel manager, or technical project management roles.
• Experience managing drydocks and upgrades for offshore vessels.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of vessel upgrade projects and drydock management.
• Act as key contact for clients, ensuring satisfaction and identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Technical Project Management

Client Relationship Development

Vessel Management

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

GLO Marine is seeking an experienced Offshore Project Manager with a strong background in managing offshore support vessels or vessels servicing the offshore energy sector. This is a client-facing, delivery-focused role with clear responsibilities in both technical project management and relationship development.

Your primary focus will be managing vessel retrofit and drydock projects end-to-end-from planning through execution. In parallel, you'll support account development and client engagement efforts, helping to strengthen long-term relationships and identify future opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities - Vessel & Drydock Management

• Lead the planning and execution of vessel upgrade projects, drydock and repair projects, acting as the main on-site representative throughout.
• Define and document work scopes, inspections, and survey items in coordination with clients, class, and ship staff.
• Manage day-to-day progress at the yard, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence.
• Coordinate with shipyards, suppliers, crew, and surveyors to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Monitor costs, timelines, and scope changes, keeping all stakeholders informed.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and vessel handover upon project completion.

Secondary Responsibilities - Client & Account Development

• Act as a key point of contact for assigned clients during project delivery and beyond, ensuring a high level of responsiveness and satisfaction.
• Identify potential follow-up work or new retrofit needs during project execution and coordinate internally to shape new proposals.
• Support sales efforts by presenting technical scopes, participating in client meetings, and providing input for pricing and quotations.
• Assist in preparing commercial offers, contract add-ons, and scope variations in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Contribute to the growth of strategic accounts through relationship-building, trust, and consistent delivery performance.

Candidate Profile

• 5+ years' experience in a superintendent, vessel manager, or technical project management role.
• Proven background managing drydocks and upgrades for offshore vessels (PSV, AHTS, MPSV, etc.).
• Strong understanding of class, flag state, and safety requirements.
• Comfortable in both technical environments (yards, vessels) and client meetings.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills; strong sense of ownership.
• Commercial awareness and interest in growing long-term client relationships.
• Willingness to travel for projects and site-based supervision.

Why Join GLO Marine?

• Take ownership of high-impact offshore retrofit projects.
• Work in a collaborative environment with engineers, managers, and specialists.
• Shape how we deliver and grow key offshore accounts.
• Competitive package with opportunities for performance-based incentives.