Senior Manager, Technical Projects

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess is the world’s leading international premium cruise line and tour company, carrying millions of guests each year to hundreds of destinations around the globe.  We give our guests the Medallion Class experience others simply can’t. The Love Boat promises something for everyone. 

Responsible for planning and managing fleet technical, safety, environmental, and energy-saving projects, and working with company operations departments, shipboard senior management, contractors, and shipyards to ensure completion within the approved financial plan and agreed timescales for the Technical Department under the Asset Management - Project Management group.

Leads the development of fleet energy reduction, environmental, and safety projects in coordination with Corporate Energy Conservation and Safety Group strategies, and collaborates with company brands to create efficiencies and streamline processes. Leads engagement and collaboration with shipboard personnel in project development and implementation to ensure early understanding and adoption of key sustainability initiatives.

Project Management & Other Functions
Lead ongoing and new projects, acting as an advisor to ensure projects are implemented in the most efficient and sustainable manner possible.
Lead the development of procedures to improve team efficiency through new or updated processes and tools.
Implement energy, fuel, emissions, environmental, and safety projects and programs aligned with company goals.
Ensure alignment of projects and operations with company internal goals, as well as upcoming carbon emissions legislation.
Development / Innovation Initiatives
Support the development of new emissions reduction, environmental, and sustainability initiatives through independent research, internal collaboration, and partnerships with third-party suppliers, contracting companies, and consultants.
Prototype new development projects onboard, following standard project management principles while evaluating expected benefits and final outcomes.

Here’s a summary of what Princess is looking for in a Senior Manager, Technical Programs. Is this you? 

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for leading the development of projects and managing them in accordance with company policies, procedures, maritime legislation, flag, and classification requirements

• Manages the implementation and completion of projects by collaborating with suppliers, contractors, shipyards, and various departments both shoreside and shipboard

• Development and management of financial plans for projects and collaborates with the financial planning and supply chain teams.

• Manages the progress of projects and the control action plans while providing regular updates to senior management by utilizing multiple project management tools

• Submits all required regulatory documents and plans to appropriate Classification Society for review and plan approval.

• Implements and executes plans for project and equipment procurement in collaboration with logistics and contractors to establish an efficient & cost-effective shipping program

• Ensures materials and equipment are in compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements and company policies.

• Collaborates with shipboard management, shipyards, contractors and classification representatives to ensure a fully integrated and safe project solution

Knowledge & Skills:

• Scope: The role leads technical project planning and execution across the fleet, ensuring alignment with corporate sustainability and safety goals. It involves collaboration with shipboard and shoreside teams, contractors, and classification societies, with a global impact on fleet operations and compliance..

• Problem Solving: The role requires complex problem-solving involving technical, regulatory, and operational challenges. It includes project planning, cost analysis, and coordination with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency in project execution.

• Impact: The role significantly impacts the company’s sustainability, safety, and operational efficiency goals. It influences fleet-wide initiatives and supports compliance with evolving environmental regulations

• Leadership: The role manages 2+ direct reports and leads cross-functional project teams. It requires strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including shipyards and vendors.

Essential/Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Marine Engineering, Technology, Project Management, Industrial Engineering.
•  Certifications: Marine Engineer, Marine Electro-technical, Marine Technology, Marine / Engineering or Electrical Degree & or Class 1 qualifications & or PMP. 
• Highly proficient in business applications and project management tools.
•  Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. 
• Knowledge of marine regulations and vendor collaboration.
   

Essential experience required:

• 8 years in cruise ship, naval or offshore industry technical and commercial leadership, marine operations, and project management               

Travel: Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely; Less than 25% non-shipboard travel likely

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time; Requires regular movement throughout PCL and HAL facilities; May need to stand for long periods of time

** This position is classified as “in-office.”  As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Princess office Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Fridays. 

Princess provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

What You Can Expect  

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family 
• Health Benefits 
• 401(k)  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan  
• Training & Professional Development 
• Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement 
• Rewards & Incentives  

Our Culture… Stronger Together 

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees.  Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: princess.com/en-us/company-information 

Princess is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Princess will provide reasonable accommodation with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact [email protected]. 

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