Maritime and Blue Economy Innovation R&D Senior Project Manager

RINA Piraeus Team; Genova; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welfare program

Job summary

RINA invites applications for a Senior Project Manager in Genova to lead complex, funded R&D and innovation projects within the Marine Market Development division. You will build partnerships, drive project success, and contribute to business growth in the maritime and blue economy sectors.

Reporting to the Marine Market Development division, the role emphasizes leadership of multidisciplinary teams, governance of project decisions, and advancement of IP and exploitation strategies.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in R&D or project management.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Project management certification are a plus.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN – applying a scientific approach and critical thinking.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT – context awareness and informed decision making.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE – skills to interact effectively with others.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT – ownership for life, work and results.

Responsibilities

• Define proposal strategy for complex and high-value projects.
• Lead development of innovative project concepts.
• Lead complex, multidisciplinary projects and act as Project Coordinator when required.
• Take responsibility for overall project performance and governance.
• Oversee project financial performance and identify new funding opportunities.
• Manage complex risks and critical issues; support resolution of high-level challenges.
• Manage relationships with clients, partners and institutions; represent the company in innovation networks.
• Mentor and support Associate and PM roles; lead technology and market scouting and support IP strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Domain & business acumen

Foresight & insight

Interpersonal influence

Personal empowerment

Workplace dynamics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Engineering

Job description

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Maritime and Blue Economy Innovation R&D Senior Project Manager

Posting Date: 13 Oct 2026

City: Genova

Location:

Genova, IT, 16128

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Marine Market Development

Level of experience: Senior

RINA is a global knowledge company whereexpertisetravels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complexchallenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individualknow-howinto collective progress.

We are currently recruiting for a Maritime and Blue Economy Innovation R&D Senior Project Manager to join our office in Genovawithin theMarine Market Development Division.

Mission

The role is focuses on leading complex and strategic innovation projects, especially funded R&D programs, driving project success, developing partnerships, and contributing to business growth and innovation positioning.

Key Accountabilities

Proposal Development:

• Define proposal strategy for complex and high-value projects.
• Lead development of innovative project concepts.

Project Coordination:

• Lead complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Act as Project Coordinator when required.
• Take responsibility for overall project performance.
• Guide key project decisions and governance.

Financial and Portfolio Management:

• Oversee project financial performance.
• Identify new business and funding opportunities.

Risk and Complexity Management:

• Manage complex risks and critical issues.
• Support resolution of high-level challenges.

Stakeholder and Ecosystem Management:

• Manage relationships with key clients, partners, and institutions.
• Represent the company in innovation networks.

Team Leadership and Coaching:

• Mentor and support Associate and PM roles.
• Share best practices and methodologies.
• Contribute to team development.
• Lead technology and market scouting activities.
• Support IP strategy and project exploitation.
• Ensure alignment with company innovation strategy.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Engineering

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in R&D or project management.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Project management certification are a plus.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.

Compensation Data

The salary range and job grade for this position are defined based on objective, role‑related criteria, and responsibilities in accordance with CCNL RINA (CNEL code I480).

The gross annual salary range foreseen is between €31,000 and €40,000and will be finally defined on candidate’s professional experience, qualifications, competencies, and overall alignment with the role.

In addition, an annual variable compensation component is provided, based on both Company and individual performance objectives in accordance with the current policies and collective agreements.

The overall compensation package is complemented by the Company's welfare.

At RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digitalmindsand specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think,collaborateand deliver.

Flexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued and empowered to develop their potential. RINAprovidesequal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any basis. We are compliant with Italian Law n. 68/99.