Project Manager – Cables

N-Sea; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

N-Sea is seeking a Project Manager – Cables to lead subsea cable delivery from contract award to close-out from our Dordrecht base. You will own scope, budgets, schedules and safety, working with clients, teams, subcontractors and internal stakeholders on international projects.

The role requires PC-based project management, offshore contract understanding, and a strong English proficiency. The position welcomes both permanent staff and experienced contractors willing to work from Dordrecht at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience as a Project Manager within the offshore, energy or a similar project-based industry.
• Proven experience managing subsea cable installation and/or repair projects
• Understanding of offshore contracting and project delivery models.
• Experience working with project management tools and ERP systems.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Willingness and ability to work from our Dordrecht office for a minimum of four days per week

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from planning and preparation through execution and close-out.
• Define and manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and resources.
• Lead project teams and ensure effective allocation and utilisation of personnel.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong working relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements and industry standards.
• Manage subcontractors, equipment requirements and resource planning activities.
• Monitor project performance and deliver agreed project objectives and KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate technical, commercial and SHEQ-related risks.
• Drive project delivery strategy and identify opportunities for additional work and commercial growth.
• Deliver project close-out activities, including reporting, lessons learned and final accounts.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Safety culture

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business or a related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As a Project Manager – Cables at N-Sea, you will manage projects from contract award through to completion, taking full ownership of subsea cable project delivery, including scope, budget, safety and client outcomes.

We are looking for a Project Manager with experience managing subsea cable installation and/or repair projects. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient execution of projects, delivering work on time and within budget, and meeting client expectations throughout the project life cycle.

Working closely with clients, project teams, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, you will coordinate all aspects of project delivery while acting as the primary point of contact for the client.

We welcome applications from both permanent candidates and experienced contractors.

What you will do

• Manage projects from planning and preparation through execution and close-out.
• Define and manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and resources.
• Lead project teams and ensure effective allocation and utilisation of personnel.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong working relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements and industry standards.
• Manage subcontractors, equipment requirements and resource planning activities.
• Monitor project performance and deliver agreed project objectives and KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate technical, commercial and SHEQ-related risks.
• Drive project delivery strategy and identify opportunities for additional work and commercial growth.
• Deliver project close-out activities, including reporting, lessons learned and final accounts.

What we are looking for

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to take ownership of projects and project teams.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage budgets, project performance and client expectations.
• A structured, proactive and results-oriented approach to project delivery.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Practical, solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong commitment to safety and creating a positive working environment.
• Ability to lead by example and promote a strong safety culture across project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience as a Project Manager within the offshore, energy or a similar project-based industry.
• Proven experience managing subsea cable installation and/or repair projects
• Understanding of offshore contracting and project delivery models.
• Experience working with project management tools and ERP systems.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Willingness and ability to work from our Dordrecht office for a minimum of four days per week

What we offer

• The opportunity to take ownership of complex subsea cable projects within the offshore energy sector.
• A collaborative and professional working environment with experienced project, engineering and offshore teams.
• Exposure to international projects and operations.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• A dynamic role with responsibility across the full project life cycle.
• The chance to contribute to projects that support the global energy transition.

Due to the specialist nature of this position, we are particularly interested in candidates with demonstrable experience in subsea cable installation and/or cable repair projects. Experience gained in closely related offshore subsea disciplines may also be considered.

About N-Sea

N-Sea is an end-to-end subsea services provider. With a fleet of 14 multipurpose vessels and a range of in-house systems and equipment, N-Sea delivers smart, fit-for-purpose solutions for subsea infrastructure projects in every stage of the offshore asset life cycle for customers in the international offshore energy industry. Our bespoke solutions focus on specific subsea capabilities, such as survey, UXO ID & clearance, cable repair & installation, or IRM, construction & decommissioning.

With the support of an experienced, multidiscipline offshore operations team, we integrate these bespoke capabilities into a single project, delivering a smart, fit-for-purpose, safe and sustainable solution that improves the efficiency of subsea projects and reduces projects risks for our customers.

N-Sea Group is a privately owned company headquartered in the Netherlands, with more than 500 people working offshore and onshore, onboard vessels and in facilities across Europe and the Middle East, and a revenue of more than €200M in 2025.

N-Sea. Smart Subsea Solutions.