Marine Project Manager

Petroplan; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Petroplan is seeking an experienced Marine Project Manager to lead complex marine construction and vessel support initiatives for a US-based LNG operator in Houston. You will oversee planning through execution, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in marine projects, understands USCG/IMO standards, and can coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors and external stakeholders in marine environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in marine industry with project experience.
• Experience managing marine-related projects.
• Degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Familiarity with maritime regulations and standards (USCG, IMO, ISGOTT, SIGTTO).
• LNG carrier or LNG terminal experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage marine infrastructure, terminal, berth, dredging, vessel support, and waterfront projects from initiation through closeout.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, execution plans, and risk assessments.
• Conduct marine assurance reviews, vessel or berth simulations, and supporting technical assessments as required.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, HSSE, Commercial, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor project progress, costs, schedules, and performance, providing regular updates to leadership.
• Manage contractors and vendors, including bid evaluations, procurement coordination, contract administration, and performance monitoring.
• Coordinate project activities to minimize disruption to ongoing marine operations and support vessel logistics and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable maritime regulations, environmental requirements, safety standards, and project permits.
• Participate in hazard assessments, audits, inspections, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Maintain project documentation, change logs, cost records, lessons learned, and closeout reports.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Maritime/Marine/Civil Engineering/Construction Management or related field

PMP certification

TWIC credential

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Petroplan is recruiting for an experienced Marine Project Manager to lead marine-related projects supporting infrastructure development, terminal operations, maintenance, and operational readiness on behalf of a US-based LNG operator.

This role is responsible for managing projects from planning through completion while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, budget adherence, and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marine operations and project management, with experience coordinating contractors, technical teams, and external stakeholders in marine or industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage marine infrastructure, terminal, berth, dredging, vessel support, and waterfront projects from initiation through closeout.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, execution plans, and risk assessments.
• Conduct marine assurance reviews, vessel or berth simulations, and supporting technical assessments as required.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, HSSE, Commercial, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor project progress, costs, schedules, and performance, providing regular updates to leadership.
• Manage contractors and vendors, including bid evaluations, procurement coordination, contract administration, and performance monitoring.
• Coordinate project activities to minimize disruption to ongoing marine operations and support vessel logistics and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable maritime regulations, environmental requirements, safety standards, and project permits.
• Participate in hazard assessments, audits, inspections, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Maintain project documentation, change logs, cost records, lessons learned, and closeout reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Seven or more years of marine industry experience, particularly in marine projects, port operations, terminal operations, or infrastructure development.
• Demonstrated experience managing marine-related projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Familiarity with maritime regulations and standards, including USCG, IMO, ISGOTT, and SIGTTO.
• LNG carrier or LNG terminal experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Skills and Competencies

• Strong project management, budgeting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Combination of office, field, terminal, shipyard, and marine environments.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.
• Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases.
• Ability to board vessels via gangways, climb stairways exceeding 200 steps, and ascend vertical ladders reaching 40 feet or more.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather and marine conditions.