Project Manager

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our marine electrification department at Manta Marine Technologies

Gothenburg
Full time
As soon as possible

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Join a team where your skills will drive innovation and create real impact in the maritime industry. Take the next step in your career and help us shape a greener, smarter future.

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About us

Since 2010, Manta Marine Technologies has been at the forefront of maritime emissions reduction, working closely with ship-owners, yards, and naval architects as partners in our effort to drive the change towards sustainable shipping. Today, Manta Marine offers a portfolio of green technologies, such as fuel optimization systems and turnkey shore power solutions. Manta Marine is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices in Sweden, Poland, and China.

Do you want to help us to promote a healthy planet for future generations? We are currently seeking a Project Manager to enhance our Marine Electrification department!

Job description

Main responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing projects, ensuring the successful delivery of specified products and services within agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets as per contractual obligations. Additionally, the role ensures MMT's rights and responsibilities within the contract are upheld.

  • Serve as the project integrator during the final sales phase, receiving a handover of the sales budget and project scope, and establishing a project budget.
  • Lead project teams by forming relevant groups based on project needs, defining responsibilities, delegating tasks where applicable, and fostering engagement and collaboration.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers, authorities, and other stakeholders, independently executing or participating in negotiations with customers and suppliers while maintaining strong relationships.

Develop and maintain the overall project plan to guide execution and communication by:

  • Prioritising tasks and activities.
  • Aligning sub-plans with the overall project plan.
  • Delegating responsibilities with clear expectations.
  • Ensuring contract compliance with MMT’s rights and responsibilities
  • Prioritising tasks and activities.
  • Aligning sub-plans with the overall project plan.
  • Delegating responsibilities with clear expectations.
  • Ensuring contract compliance with MMT’s rights and responsibilities

Manage project budgets by:

  •   Prioritising tasks and activities.
  • Aligning sub-plans with the overall project plan.
  • Delegating responsibilities with clear expectations.
  • Ensuring contract compliance with MMT’s rights and responsibilities

  • Participate in manufacturing visits, testing activities, and system commissioning when required.
  • Initiate and oversee project handovers to the warranty phase.
  • Proactively identify, propose, and lead internal development projects or process improvements.

Background and skills

  • Higher technical education within relevant field (MSc/BSc in Engineering).
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the maritime or a relevant industry.
  • Proven expertise in technical project management, design, and construction of complex projects.
  • Strong experience in contract negotiations.
  • Ability to manage multiple contact areas and coordinate cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership.

Personal qualities

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster relationships with key stakeholders and team members.
  • Business acumen with sound decision-making capabilities.
  • Solid technical understanding and problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Organized, structured, and responsible approach to work.
  • Comfortable making informed decisions in a dynamic environment.
  • Solution-oriented with a proactive mindset to improve project execution and processes.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
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