Subcontractor Manager

Core Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Subcontractor Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and select subcontractors based on project requirements.

• Negotiate contracts, scope of work, pricing, and timelines.

• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

• Resolve any disputes or issues that arise between the shipyard and subcontractors.

Project Coordination & Execution:

• Plan and schedule subcontracted activities in coordination with the overall project timeline.

• Ensure subcontracted work aligns with engineering specifications and project goals.

• Conduct regular progress meetings with subcontractors to review milestones, risks, and challenges.

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure subcontractors comply with project quality control and safety standards.

• Conduct site inspections and audits to verify compliance with regulations and company policies.

• Work with the QA/QC team to address any defects or non-conformance issues.

Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Enforce project safety protocols and ensure subcontractors adhere to workplace health and safety regulations.

• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures for subcontracted activities.

• Promote a culture of safety awareness and ensure environmental policies are followed.

Budget & Cost Control:

• Monitor subcontractor costs and ensure alignment with project budgets.

• Approve invoices and track financial performance of subcontracted work.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and safety.

Communication & Reporting:

• Act as the main point of contact between the project management team and subcontractors.

• Prepare and present reports on subcontractor performance, work progress, and project risks.

• Escalate critical issues to senior management and recommend solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Marine Engineering, or a related field.

• Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA) Certification.

• Shipyard Safety Supervisor (SSS) Certification or Shipyard Safety Manager Certification (if applicable).

Experience:

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in marine industry operations, project management, or subcontractor management.

• Experience working with shipbuilding, ship repair, or offshore projects is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong contract negotiation and management skills.

• Excellent leadership, coordination, and team management abilities.

• Knowledge of marine industry operations, safety regulations, and quality standards.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office applications.

• Ability to handle multiple subcontractors and projects simultaneously.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent.