Global Drilling Aftermarket Project Manager

NOV; Kristiansand; On-site; NOK 850,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco (NOV) in Kristiansand, Norway, seeks a Project Manager – Aftermarket Projects to lead complex drilling equipment upgrade and recertification projects from sales handover through site execution and close-out.

As the single point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders, you will combine strong technical expertise with project leadership to deliver safe, high-quality projects across global locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex projects, including site execution.
• Strong technical knowledge of drilling rigs and drilling equipment.
• Proven experience managing projects throughout the full lifecycle, from planning to completion.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30% on average).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex aftermarket projects from project initiation through planning, site execution and final After-Action Review.
• Act as the single point of contact for customers and all internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Plan, coordinate and execute drilling equipment recertification (SPS), upgrade and automation projects.
• Develop project scope, schedules, resource plans and execution strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineering, field service, planning, supply chain, sales and project support functions.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks and progress while ensuring clear and timely communication with stakeholders.
• Lead on-site execution activities at customer facilities, shipyards and drilling rigs, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance during project execution and confidently communicate technical scope with customers and rig personnel.
• Resolve technical and commercial challenges while maintaining strong customer relationships and stakeholder confidence.
• Ensure accurate project documentation, reporting and close-out activities are completed to a high standard.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with NOV and customer HSE requirements.
• Represent NOV professionally throughout all customer interactions.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Planning

Communication

Technical knowledge

Travel willingness

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

National Oilwell Varco (NOV) in Kristiansand, Norway, seeks a Project Manager – Aftermarket Projects to lead complex drilling equipment upgrade and recertification projects from sales handover through site execution and close-out.

As the single point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders, you will combine strong technical expertise with project leadership to deliver safe, high-quality projects across global locations.