About us
Do you have project management experience with a technical background in scientific equipment such as Winches, A-Frames, Conductivity Temperature Depth (CTD) deployment systems, Scientific Labaratories & Spaces, acoustic instruments and meteo system sensors?
In this position you steer a dedicated team to deliver a package of scientific systems to drive and attain targeted results within the set project constraints for schedule, quality, and cost .Your main focus is to manage the package of scientific systems to ensure there is full compliance with the applicable requirements and specification, in close connection to the entire project and project stakeholders.
Do you enjoy taking part through the entire development process from tendering up to installation on board and final product acceptance and handover to the customer, then we are looking for you.
About Damen Mid Sized Vessels
We deliver maritime projects for various markets like e.g. defense & security, public transport, offshore and dredging. Our projects are Engineered to Order (ETO). Which means we are involved throughout the project from the commercial phase, building the PM strategy, until commissioning, delivery and warranty. This makes our work very challenging because the environment in complex and we have a lot of stakeholders. We work in close cooperation with various internal departments, (sub)contractors, teams on the shipyard and of course the client and her representatives.
We do this with an international team of ‘can-do’ people that are developing new and innovative technologies and ways to support customers and push for a more sustainable maritime industry?
So the main question is: are you ready for a challenge?
The role
The role of project manager Scientific Systems involves active engagement with our partners, engineering team, supply chain team, the yards and subcontractors. It includes activities related to the definition, procurement, engineering, interfacing, installation, verification, and acceptance of the relevant systems for large complex vessels. This to achieve ultimately with the project team a successful integration of the various systems into an effective vessel. You are driven to make it happen, whilst ensuring stakeholder satisfaction and safeguarding Damen interests.
You direct and manage the package(s) of Scientific Systems in an integral manner, balancing safe work, completion of the project and maximizing profit within a complex environment. We belief that as Project Manager Scientific systems you should be where the action is, which means you move with the project abroad, together with the project team.
Key accountabilities
- Take ownership of the assigned package of systems for the entire project to drive and attain targeted results within the set project constraints for schedule, quality, and cost.
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable requirements and specifications, as imposed by our customer and Damen MSV
- Organize and participate in project reviews and participate during contractual milestones, tests, and trials, such as FAT’s, HAT’s, and SAT’s, acting as the internal accepting party.
- Secure the planning, execution and synchronization of project activities related to all deliverables and obligations of the project team, thereby ensuring the proper integration of the related systems.
- Expediting actual progress with vendors and subcontractors for the package(s) of systems.
- Identifying and timely communicating changes and deviations from the original bid .
- Assisting in reviewing co-makers’ qualification and screening client specifications.
- Ensuring the releasing of purchase orders & stage payments.
- Identifying and reviewing concessions, variation to contract requests and changes to subcontracts.
- Steering and motivating employees, contractors, and stakeholders.
Skills & experience
- Higher vocational or academic level of thinking in the field of Naval Architect or similar.
- At least 5 years of project management experience in similar projects (shipbuilding, oil & gas, construction)
- Proven experience in the field of scientific systems on board of ships
- Experience in working in an international organization
- Proven ability to oversee and handle a variety of aspects and issues, regardless the nature (financial, HSSEQ, operational progress, commercial)
- Shows, by nature, a professional and balanced attitude. Fuels discussions that have to take place
- Takes ownership and ensures accountabilty
- Good command of the English language • Flexible in regards to dividing your working time between different offices and locations.
What we offer
- a dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation
- competitive salary
- at least 40 days of annual leave
- travel allowance
- pension allowance
- professional and personal development through training.
Other
If you are interested, please send your application via the Apply button.
For questions you can contact rianne.houthuijzen@damen.com (HR advisor) or Gerard Eggink (Recruiter), 06-10 26 55 93