Project Coordinator

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global in Singapore is seeking a Project Coordinator to oversee day-to-day activities for vessel repair, maintenance, retrofitting and upgrading projects, ensuring work progresses on schedule.

You will liaise with shipowners, vessel operators, shipyard personnel and internal departments to coordinate resources, develop schedules, monitor progress and maintain project documentation. Travel to shipyards may be required and all work will comply with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture or related discipline.
• Familiarity with vessel repair, dry-docking, retrofitting and marine maintenance activities.
• Good coordination, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively with shipowners, shipyards, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and project documentation.
• Willingness to travel to shipyards and attend to project requirements when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee day-to-day project activities for vessel repair, maintenance, retrofitting and upgrading projects, ensuring work progresses according to the agreed schedule and project requirements.
• Liaise with shipowners, vessel operators, shipyard personnel, subcontractors and internal departments to ensure smooth coordination and execution of repair works.
• Assist the Project Manager in developing project schedules, tracking milestones, monitoring work progress and ensuring timely completion of assigned projects.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractor arrangements to support ongoing ship repair and maintenance activities.
• Monitor project costs, prepare quotations, track expenses and assist in maintaining project budgets to ensure cost-effective execution.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including work orders, repair specifications, progress reports, service reports, delivery orders and other relevant technical documents.
• Attend project meetings, conduct site visits and coordinate with technical teams to address operational issues, work delays and other project-related matters.
• Ensure all project activities comply with applicable safety regulations, shipyard requirements, quality standards and client specifications.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Marine Eng / Naval Arch

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Project Coordinator

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee day-to-day project activities for vessel repair, maintenance, retrofitting and upgrading projects, ensuring work progresses according to the agreed schedule and project requirements.
• Liaise with shipowners, vessel operators, shipyard personnel, subcontractors and internal departments to ensure smooth coordination and execution of repair works.
• Assist the Project Manager in developing project schedules, tracking milestones, monitoring work progress and ensuring timely completion of assigned projects.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractor arrangements to support ongoing ship repair and maintenance activities.
• Monitor project costs, prepare quotations, track expenses and assist in maintaining project budgets to ensure cost-effective execution.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including work orders, repair specifications, progress reports, service reports, delivery orders and other relevant technical documents.
• Attend project meetings, conduct site visits and coordinate with technical teams to address operational issues, work delays and other project-related matters.
• Ensure all project activities comply with applicable safety regulations, shipyard requirements, quality standards and client specifications.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with vessel repair, dry-docking, retrofitting and marine maintenance activities.
• Good coordination, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively with shipowners, shipyards, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and project documentation.
• Willingness to travel to shipyards and attend to project requirements when necessary.