Newbuild Project Lead

Intermarine UK Limited; Johor; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermarine UK is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Newbuild Project Lead) in Johor, Malaysia, to steer offshore vessel newbuilds from early construction to delivery. You will coordinate across disciplines, manage schedules, and liaise with shipyards, owners, vendors, and inspectors to ensure alignment with contractual specs.

The role requires 10–15 years in shipbuilding or marine projects, strong project management, and knowledge of IMO and class rules.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in shipbuilding, marine engineering, or offshore vessel newbuild projects.
• End-to-end involvement in at least one complete vessel newbuild project ( keel-laying to delivery).
• Strong knowledge of shipbuilding planning, construction schedules, and vessel commissioning.
• Familiarity with IMO regulations, class rules, and statutory requirements.
• Experience coordinating shipyards, surveyors, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead offshore vessel newbuild projects from contract award through vessel delivery.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, milestones, and construction progress.
• Coordinate engineering activities across mechanical, piping, electrical, and other disciplines.
• Liaise with shipyards, classification societies, owners, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Monitor compliance with project specifications, IMO regulations, classification society rules, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate class approval, inspection, commissioning, harbour tests, sea trials, and handover activities.
• Identify risks and schedule delays, implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor vendor/subcontractor performance and delivery schedules.
• Prepare progress reports and technical documentation for management and clients.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or related

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (Newbuild Project Lead)
Location: Johor, Malaysia
Industry: Shipbuilding / Marine & Offshore

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead and coordinate offshore vessel newbuild projects from the initial construction stage through commissioning, sea trials, and final vessel delivery. The successful candidate will oversee project progress, coordinate with shipyard teams and stakeholders, and ensure the vessel is constructed in accordance with contractual specifications, project schedules, and applicable regulatory and classification requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate offshore vessel newbuild projects from contract award and construction planning through vessel delivery.

Develop and monitor project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and construction progress.

Coordinate engineering activities across mechanical, piping, electrical, and other relevant disciplines.

Liaise with shipyards, classification societies, vessel owners, clients, equipment vendors, and subcontractors.

Monitor compliance with project specifications, IMO regulations, classification society rules, and applicable statutory requirements.

Coordinate class approval, inspection, commissioning, harbour acceptance tests, sea trials, and vessel handover activities.

Identify project risks, technical issues, and schedule delays, and implement appropriate corrective actions.

Monitor vendor and subcontractor performance, technical submissions, and equipment delivery schedules.

Prepare project progress reports, technical documentation, and updates for management and clients.

Requirements

Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

10–15 years of relevant experience in shipbuilding, marine engineering, or offshore vessel newbuild projects.

Demonstrated end-to-end involvement in at least one complete vessel newbuild project, from contract award or keel-laying through commissioning, sea trials, and final delivery.

Strong knowledge of shipbuilding project planning, construction schedules, engineering coordination, and vessel commissioning.

Familiarity with IMO regulations, classification society rules, class approval processes, and statutory requirements.

Proven experience coordinating shipyards, classification society surveyors, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Willingness to be based in Johor, Malaysia, and work closely with shipyard and project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing offshore vessel newbuild projects, such as offshore support vessels, anchor handling tug supply vessels (AHTS), platform supply vessels (PSV), or other specialised offshore vessels.

Experience working with international clients, classification societies, or overseas shipyards.

Familiarity with project cost control, contract specifications, variation management, and delivery documentation.

About Intermarine UK

We specialise in connecting skilled professionals with projects that are integral to shaping the future. For over two decades, we have been dedicated to supporting strategically vital industries that face increasing skills shortages, assisting individuals in building fulfilling careers across marine, defence, nuclear, offshore energy, and heavy industry. What started as a specialist workforce provider for the defence and marine sectors has evolved into a group of businesses that support the entire lifecycle of complex programmes, all the while remaining committed to creating opportunities for individuals and delivering value to our clients.

We believe that successful careers are founded on strong relationships, open communication, and meaningful work. This is why we adopt a people-first approach to recruitment, taking the time to understand your skills, aspirations, and objectives. By operating with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to quality, we connect talented individuals with opportunities that allow them to make a genuine impact while fostering long-term careers in some of the world's most significant industries.

Mechanical & Piping Engineer - Shipbuilding

Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) – FSRU Yoke Mooring & Hook-Up | Indonesia