Senior Manager Marine Operations

McDermott; Chiswick; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the marine sector is seeking a Chief Survey Specialist to lead and manage their survey teams across multiple regions. With over 15 years of experience, you will be responsible for overseeing survey operations, ensuring project quality, and representing the company in critical survey-related matters. This role requires expertise in marine construction surveying and excellent leadership skills to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Over 15 years in marine construction surveying, especially offshore.
• Experience in leading survey teams and managing projects.
• Professional certifications in marine surveying are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and guide survey team across regions.
• Monitor ongoing survey operations and ensure quality.
• Support project management and client-related survey issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Surveying, Hydrography, Geomatics, Marine Sciences

Tools

Surveying methods and equipment

Surveying software

Job description

Job Overview:

The Chief Survey Specialist proactively identifies and solves the most complex Survey (Mar) problems and uses ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions. The Chief Survey Specialist directly impacts McDermott's results by developing innovative solutions and works with Senior Management, customers, regulators, and vendors to influence Survey (Mar) -related decisions. The Chief Survey Specialist is recognized as an expert within the company and supports teammates by sharing their technical expertise and discipline-related knowledge.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Surveying, Hydrography, Geomatics, Marine Sciences, or a related field
• Extensive experience of >15 years in marine construction surveying within the EPCI industry, with a strong understanding of offshore construction projects, pipeline installations, and subsea infrastructure
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of surveyors, fostering a positive work environment, ensuring efficient resource allocation, and maintaining high standards of performance
• Proficiency in using modern surveying methods, equipment, and software
• In-depth knowledge of marine construction surveying techniques, including hydrographic surveys, land survey, geophysical surveys, geotechnical surveys, and subsea positioning methods
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including those set by national maritime authorities, classification societies, and international surveying organizations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret survey data, perform quality control checks, and provide accurate recommendations and insights
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders at various organizational levels
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality surveying projects on time and within budget, including experience in project scoping, planning, and execution
• Professional certifications in marine surveying, such as RICS Chartered Surveyor or similar, would be advantageous

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Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Manage and guide to survey team across regions
• Manage Survey sub-contract evaluations
• Plan for survey team and roles across regions
• Bid support on offshore and onshore survey
• Monitor closely all ongoing survey operations
• Coordinate and support project management and Operations
• Identify project requirements for survey services
• Monitor survey service orders
• Review and approve survey invoices and timesheets
• Identify and review the latest available technology as applicable
• Oversee the quality control of survey-related scopes
• Provide technical guidance and support to survey specialists
• Represent McDermott in survey McDermott-related organizations, e.g., IMCA
• Represent McDermott in critical survey-related issues with Clients
• Monitor and manage survey equipment on McDermott’s assets