Senior Marine Operations Lead - Offshore Projects

McDermott International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking a Manager of Marine Operations to lead and mentor a team in delivering offshore construction projects and tenders. The role spans from early engagement and commercial pursuit through to project execution and closeout, with site presence as needed.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in oil and gas marine operations, broad execution knowledge, and strong leadership across cross-functional teams. Office-based with some field support, UK-based preference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; (mechanical, civil, subsea, ocean, petroleum, energy, or chemical preferred) or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry with Major Contractors or consultant
• A minimum of 15 years of Marine Operations and/or marine project execution experience
• Previous experience with broad in-depth knowledge of marine project execution practices and engineering processes including detailed knowledge of offshore operations practices
• Proficiency in using project planning software including Microsoft suite of applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and/ Project)
• Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles, technical drawings, and specifications
• In-depth knowledge of relevant codes and standards within the EPCI industry
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team towards project objectives
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to resolving technical challenges
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, team members, and stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Significant experience with cost and risk management and actively seeks to achieve added value.
• Previous experience leading and developing teams

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and lead support of the marine aspect of a commercial pursuit including providing input to marine execution strategy, coordination of tender input, ensuring collaborative inputs from all requisite internal stakeholders and subject matter experts, and support in executing the overall commercial strategy for a tender.
• Provides key input into development of commercial strategies including the selection of marine assets, identification of strengths and weaknesses, and assessment of competition and related analysis
• Lead and supervise the delivery of project execution plans and marine execution strategies.
• Lead and supervise a team of marine operations engineers to ensure the effective and timely execution of marine operations project deliverables
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering activities with procurement, construction, and installation phases
• Conduct regular project site visits to monitor progress, address any technical issues, and ensure quality control
• Develop innovative engineering solutions that align with project specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards
• Oversee the development of detailed marine execution methodologies including all consideration for cost optimization, ensuring the feasibility, efficiency, and safety
• Conduct thorough technical reviews and provide recommendations to enhance project performance and mitigate risks
• Implement industry-leading practices and emerging trends to continuously improve processes and methodologies
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, often serving as a primary marine operations technical point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific requirements, providing technical expertise and solutions to address their needs
• Proactively identify potential challenges or opportunities and communicate them to the project team, ensuring timely and effective resolution
• Strive to exceed client expectations by delivering superior quality, technical excellence, and outstanding customer service
• Deliver technical presentations, participate in client meetings, and effectively communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Oversee the development of marine execution schedules to the responsible planner including the duration of work using historical norms for similar jobs where applicable
• Provide support to projects and tenders with the development and quantification of costs for offshore work.
• Lead the development (or supervise and review development by others) Installation Procedure(s) by the Level II Procedure and with due regard for safety.
• Lead coordination with various interfaces including Vessel Managers, Vessel Operations Managers, Subject Matter Experts, and others as necessary to ensure that necessary equipment, processes, and personnel are available and ready for the project
• Demonstrate active QHSES leadership though regular engagement / alignment with Quality and Safety functions as well as active field engagement and leadership.
• Support the Project Manager/Director with the development of commercial claims and variance orders. Provide active identification of changes and demonstrate leadership in the development and management of the same.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Marine operations

Offshore construction

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking a Manager of Marine Operations to lead and mentor a team in delivering offshore construction projects and tenders. The role spans from early engagement and commercial pursuit through to project execution and closeout, with site presence as needed.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in oil and gas marine operations, broad execution knowledge, and strong leadership across cross-functional teams. Office-based with some field support, UK-based preference.