Design Coordinator

ManpowerGroup; Pordenone; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading marine interiors firm in Pordenone, Italy, is seeking a Design Coordinator to manage the architectural and executive design for cruise ship interiors. Responsibilities include planning design activities, ensuring communication among teams, and traveling internationally for onboard surveys. Ideal candidates should have relevant technical diplomas or degrees and proven experience in cruise ship refitting design.

Competenze

• Technical diploma in relevant field or degree.
• Proven experience in cruise ship refitting design.
• In-depth knowledge of materials for glazed façades.

Mansioni

• Coordinate design of public areas, cabins, and catering zones.
• Produce technical drawings and coordinate with external designers.
• Conduct onboard surveys to validate design solutions.

Conoscenze

Cruise ship refitting design

Technical drawing production

AutoCAD 2D and 3D modeling

Knowledge of maritime regulations

Proficiency in technical English

Formazione

Technical diploma or degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical, or Naval Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Design Coordinator – Cruise Ship Refitting

Location: Pordenone, Italy

Full-time | On-site | International Travel Required

Marine Interiors – a Fincantieri Company – is a leading Italian firm specializing in the design, engineering, and turnkey delivery of public areas, passenger cabins, catering zones, and glazed structures for the global cruise ship industry. With multiple production facilities across Italy, Marine Interiors operates in both new building and complex refitting projects worldwide.

Manpower, in partnership with Marine Interiors, is looking for a Design Coordinator to join the Cruise Ship Refitting Division.

About the Role

As a Design Coordinator, you will play a key role in the architectural and executive design of cruise ship interiors, including public spaces, cabins, catering areas, and glazed façades. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating design activities, ensuring effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders. You will also contribute to process optimization and provide technical solutions during both the design and construction phases.

The role involves frequent travel to operational vessels, terminals, and shipyards to conduct onboard surveys, validate technical solutions, and oversee refitting execution during drydock operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the architectural and executive design of:

Public Areas: Functional and aesthetic layout redesign (restaurants, lounges, theaters, etc.)

Catering Zones: Optimization of food and beverage preparation and service areas

Cabins: Upgrades to furniture, systems, and finishes for enhanced comfort and usability

Glazed Structures: Structural glass, steel/aluminum frameworks, balustrades, and partitions

• Redesign of spaces to convert public areas into cabins (and vice versa) to meet capacity and service requirements
• Produce technical drawings, bills of materials, material pre-orders, and production documentation
• Coordinate with external design studios and technical partners
• Conduct onboard surveys and integrate findings into design documentation
• Act as technical liaison with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and shipyard teams
• Provide technical support from initial survey through final installation checks
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and internal teams to ensure compliance and innovation
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to timelines
• Ensure compliance with maritime safety regulations and technical standards

Requirements

• Technical diploma (e.g., surveyor, mechanical technician) or degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical, or Naval Engineering
• Proven experience in cruise ship refitting design
• In-depth knowledge of materials and construction techniques for glazed façades and metal structures
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D modeling software
• Strong ability to read and produce technical drawings and specifications
• Solid understanding of maritime regulations and safety standards
• Fluent in technical English for the marine industry
• Willingness to travel internationally, including extended stays onboard or at shipyards

Why Join Marine Interiors?

Joining Marine Interiors means becoming part of a team that defines not only the aesthetic identity of cruise ships but also their functional excellence. From concept to onboard execution, you’ll contribute to projects that elevate passenger experience and set new benchmarks in naval interior design and engineering.