Project Manager

Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC); Tønsberg; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative safety solutions provider in Tønsberg is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex fire and gas detection projects for maritime markets. The successful candidate will manage project delivery, finances, and ensure high-quality execution. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, along with an engineering background. The position offers competitive salary and extra paid vacation, plus flexible work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Insurance and pension plans

Extra paid vacation

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Background in engineering ideally within maritime or energy projects.
• Experience as project manager is required.
• Understanding of regulations for delivery projects of fire and gas alarm systems is advantageous.
• Fluency in English and preferably Norwegian.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery projects of fire and gas systems from planning to completion.
• Manage project finances and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate project teams and ensure smooth communication.
• Oversee documentation and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Project finance management

Attention to detail

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Engineering background (electronics, electrical, instrumentation)

Tools

Project planning tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position title: Project Manager

Market segment: Maritime

Place: Tønsberg

Reports to: Sr. Manager Project Execution

Join Autronica Fire and Security – lead projects with purpose!

At Autronica, you’re joining a leading innovator, supplier, and system integrator of fire and gas safety solutions worldwide. Our products protect lives and assets on land, at sea, and in the energy sectors. We are an international company with offices across the globe, and our HQ is located in Trondheim, Norway’s technology hotspot. We do have project offices in Trondheim, Stavanger, Tønsberg, Bergen and Oslo. Autronica’s greatest assets are the expertise, creativity, and passion of our employees – and we’re excited for you to join the team.

Do you want to be part of a highly committed team striving toward our vision of zero loss of lives, no injuries, or damages caused by fire and gas?

About The Role

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Tønsberg.

In this position, you will take the lead in delivering complex fire and gas detection projects for the maritime markets worldwide. You will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with the high quality that Autronica is known for. Acting as the customer’s key point of contact, you’ll execute projects by interacting with your core team, consisting of project engineers, project coordinator, and document controller, mainly located in Tønsberg. In addition, you will have close cooperation with our Korea and China team members.

This is your chance to combine technical understanding, commercial mindset, and leadership skills in a role where your final output directly prevents accidents and saves lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery projects of fire and gas systems from planning to completion – ensuring quality, on-time delivery, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage project finances, timely updating the cost estimates, revenue forecasts, invoice plans, securing margins and contributing to profitable project executions.
• Coordinate project teams, distribute tasks effectively, and ensure optimal information flow internally and externally.
• Act as the customer’s focal point, ensuring professional communication and smooth project execution.
• Oversee documentation, logistics, and conduct final handover to end-customer / Autronica’s Service & Aftermarket department.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and quality requirements according to company standards.
• Collaborate with sales during pre-project and bid phases, negotiate variation orders with customer during the project execution.

Who You Are

You are a strong communicator and natural leader who thrives on delivering results through teamwork and collaboration. You combine structure and attention to detail with resilience and a positive mindset. You are comfortable taking responsibility and initiative, even in challenging situations.

Qualifications

• Background from engineering (electronics, electrical, instrumentation) ideally within maritime or energy projects.
• Earlier experience as project manager.
• Understanding of regulations for delivery projects of fire and gas alarm systems is an advantage but not a hard requirement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to get results through others.
• Experience with project financials, project planning tools, and Microsoft Office package.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken. Norwegian is an advantage.

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding role in an innovative, global environment.
• Opportunities for career development and international collaboration.
• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, including insurance and pension plans.
• Extra paid vacation – enjoy a 6th week off to recharge.
• Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home up to 2 days per week.
• A supportive and collaborative culture where your contributions make a real impact.

Our commitment to you

As an employer of choice, our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity, and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a workplace where you feel included and valued, with diversity and collaboration as engines for growth and innovation. Our values – respect, integrity, inclusion, innovation, and excellence – guide us in everything we do.

We’re excited for you to join us and make a difference.

Contact

Mehrdad Ghaffarpour – [e-mail] | [phone]

Deadline

ASAP

Autronica er den foretrukne leverandøren av brannsikkerhet.