Maritime Commercial Leader — Shipbuilding

PaxOcean; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

PaxOcean is seeking a Commercial Manager to drive business growth in its shipyard operations in Singapore. You will lead commercial strategy, manage key client relationships, and oversee contract negotiations to ensure timely, profitable project delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in cost estimation, tendering, and cross-functional coordination across engineering, planning, and procurement to validate costs and lead times. A strong track record in the marine industry is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Maritime Studies, or related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in commercial roles within marine, offshore, or shipbuilding industry.
• Strong understanding of shipbuilding contracts, cost estimation, and project execution.
• Proven track record in client relationship management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the marine and offshore sectors.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, brokers, agents, and industry stakeholders.
• Review and analysis of shipbuilding contracts.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, including milestone payments, variations, and claims.
• Oversee the preparation of competitive and accurate tenders, quotations, and cost estimates.
• Work closely with engineering, planning, and procurement teams to validate costs and lead times.
• Ensure smooth handover from sales/tendering phase to execution team.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Cost estimation

Contract negotiations

Marine/shipbuilding knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Maritime Studies, or related field

Job description

PaxOcean is seeking a Commercial Manager to drive business growth in its shipyard operations in Singapore. You will lead commercial strategy, manage key client relationships, and oversee contract negotiations to ensure timely, profitable project delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in cost estimation, tendering, and cross-functional coordination across engineering, planning, and procurement to validate costs and lead times. A strong track record in the marine industry is essential.