Project Manager-Ship Repairs & Conversions (Tuas)

ST ENGINEERING MARINE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced project manager to oversee ship repair, construction, and conversion projects. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar role, possess a relevant degree, and demonstrate strong leadership and project management skills. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, leading VSCC meetings, and maintaining strong client relationships. This position offers a 5-day work week with island-wide transport provided.

Qualifications

• Min. 5 to 7 years experience in project management for ship repairs in similar capacity.
• Possess SRM Certificate.
• Experience in chairing VSCC meetings will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct ship repair, construction and conversion projects.
• Conduct and lead the daily VSCC meeting on hot-works and incompatible jobs.
• Ensure projects meet commercial and naval contractual commitments.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Proficiency in MS Office

Report writing

Education

Degree/Diploma in Naval Architecture/Marine/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Manage and direct ship repair, construction and conversion projects.
• Conduct and lead the daily VSCC meeting on hot-works and incompatible jobs onboard to ensure safety of personnel and property are not endangered.
• Meet repairs / refit schedules by planning, monitoring projects’ critical path, cost control and execution.
• Develop good working relationship with customers and maintaining teamwork showing high interests.
• Solve daily conflicts at ground level by monitoring and coordinating sequential and incompatible jobs affecting master schedule.
• Closely liaise with classification societies, ship owners, owner specialist engineers, vessel crew and ship agents to ensure successful completion of the project meeting or exceeding customer’s expectations.
• Meet commercial / naval contractual commitments and quality of repaired ship.
• Capture additional works and raise work list and provide information to Commercial Dept for more competitive pricing.

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Naval Architecture/Marine/Mechanical Engineering.
• Min. 5 to 7 years experience in project management for ship repairs in similar capacity from marine / heavy industries.
• Possess SRM Certificate
• Experience in chairing VSCC meetings will be advantageous
• Able to make appropriate decisions and judgments, decisive and take proper actions.
• Able to lead and manage ship repair, construction and conversion projects independently.
• Willing to work late at times and possess leadership qualities.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Proficient in report writing

Other Information:

• Location: Tuas Road (Island-wide transport provided)
• 5 days work week
• Working Hours: 7.25am to 5.00pm