The Role
Lead the delivery of superyacht new-build and refit projects from design through construction, testing, commissioning, and final delivery. Manage multidisciplinary, geographically dispersed teams and coordinate shipbuilding, engineering, production, regulatory, and outfitting activities. Apply international project management standards, oversee schedules and execution, negotiate with stakeholders, and support senior project leadership. The role requires strong maritime technical knowledge, communication, leadership, and people-management skills.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position based Barcelona
Role
The project manager will lead the delivery of superyacht new-build or refit projects, including all aspects of design, manufacturing, construction, testing, commissioning, and delivery. The project manager will assist the senior project manager/owner representative. The Project manager will have the support of a project management office. The role will report to the senior project manager and the Director of Projects.
Profile
- Demonstrable track record in delivering new build or refit superyacht projects in the role of owner's project manager.
- Demonstrable track record in the delivery of large multi-disciplinary capital projects working with geographically dispersed teams.
- Strong shipbuilding/ship repair background and qualification in either a project management, naval architect, or marine engineering discipline.
- Strong leadership skills coupled with effective communication skills.
- Will possess strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
- Good negotiator.
- Team player and experienced people manager.
Skills
- Will demonstrate knowledge of all elements of modern superyacht design and construction, including but not limited to naval architecture, marine engineering, electrical engineering, HVAC, navigation and communications systems, audio-visual systems, fairing and painting, and interior and exterior outfitting disciplines.
- Will demonstrate knowledge of all shipbuilding and ship repair production techniques and processes, including but not limited to dry-docking/lifting/hauling/undocking/launching.
- Will demonstrate knowledge of all applicable IMO. Classification Society and Flag Administration conventions, rules and regulations.
- Will demonstrate knowledge and experience of modern international project management standards.
- Will demonstrate ability to identify, plan, and execute work in accordance with international project management standards.
- Proficient in the use of modern project management software tools and applications.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications and databases.
- Working-level knowledge of the Spanish language is desirable.
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree-level qualification in naval architecture or marine engineering, or other applicable engineering qualification
- Demonstrable track record in delivering new build or refit superyacht projects in the role of project manager.
- Internationally recognised project management qualification (IPMA, APM, PMI or equivalent) preferred but not essential.
- Will have the right to live and work in Europe, specifically Spain.
Skills Required
- Demonstrable experience delivering new-build or refit superyacht projects as an owner’s project manager or project manager
- Experience delivering large multidisciplinary capital projects with geographically dispersed teams
- Strong shipbuilding or ship-repair background
- Degree-level qualification in naval architecture, marine engineering, or another applicable engineering discipline
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, teamwork, and people-management skills
- Strong verbal and written English-language communication skills
- Knowledge of superyacht design and construction disciplines, including naval architecture, marine engineering, electrical engineering, HVAC, navigation, communications, audio-visual systems, painting, and outfitting
- Knowledge of shipbuilding and ship-repair production techniques and processes
- Knowledge of applicable IMO, classification society, and flag administration regulations
- Knowledge and experience with international project management standards
- Proficiency with project management software, Microsoft applications, and databases
- Right to live and work in Europe, specifically Spain
- Internationally recognized project management qualification such as IPMA, APM, PMI, or equivalent
- Working-level Spanish-language knowledge
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The Company
What We Do
Hill Robinson is a leading yacht management company that provides specialized services for the ownership and operation of superyachts. Their comprehensive offerings include project management for new builds and refits, charter management, corporate services, crew placement, and payroll. With a global presence and a multi-lingual team, they ensure yachts are run safely and efficiently for international clientele worldwide.
