Project Planning Manager - Shipbuilding

st engineering marine ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 Days Work Week

Island-wide transport provided

Job summary

ST Engineering Marine Ltd. is seeking a Manager of Projects for Shipbuilding to lead large-scale marine projects from inception to delivery, coordinating resources, budgets, and stakeholders.

You will collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, QA, and supply chain teams, ensure regulatory compliance, drive continuous improvement, and report progress to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in an Engineering field.
• Proven experience in project management within shipbuilding or marine engineering.
• Strong understanding of shipbuilding processes, maritime regulations, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple shipbuilding projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and specifications.
• Develop detailed project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, QA, and supply chain teams for seamless execution.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance PM processes and outcomes.
• Manage relationships with clients, vendors, and partners, negotiate contracts, and resolve conflicts.
• Mentor and support project team members, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk analysis

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role:

As the Manager of Projects for Shipbuilding, you will take ownership of planning, executing, and delivering large-scale marine projects from inception to completion. Reporting to senior management, you will coordinate resources, manage budgets, and liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to align project objectives with business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple shipbuilding projects, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and specifications.
• Develop detailed project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to ensure smooth progress and timely issue resolution.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to facilitate seamless project execution.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, industry standards, and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management processes and quality outcomes.
• Manage relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure clear communication, negotiate contracts, and resolve any conflicts.
• Mentor and support project team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in an Engineering field.
• Proven experience in project management within the shipbuilding or marine engineering sector.
• Strong understanding of shipbuilding processes, maritime regulations, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in project management tools and software such as Primavera P6 will be advantageous.
• Ability to analyse risks, solve problems efficiently, and make informed decisions under pressure.

Other Information:

• Location: 16 Benoi Road (Island-wide transport provided)
• 5 Days Work Week
• Working Hours: 7.25am to 5.00pm