Technical & Operations Manager – NSI LATAM

Job Description

Lead and integrate application-driven technical leadership and operational execution for Nearshore Site Investigation (NSI), geophysics, and metocean across Latin America.

Operate focusing on translating technical strategy into deployable solutions, executable methodologies, and operational performance in nearshore markets.

The role is deeply anchored in LATAM nearshore applications (LNG, FLNG, desalination, offshore wind, coastal infrastructure) and is accountable for ensuring that Fugro’s technical differentiation results in safe, efficient, and profitable project delivery.

1. Strategic Alignment with NSI Service Line (Americas)

• Act as the primary LATAM counterpart to the NSI Service Line
• Ensure alignment between:
  • Global NSI strategy and LATAM execution capability
  • Technology deployment and asset strategy
  • Standards, methodologies, and workflows
• Drive two-way integration:
  • Adapt global capabilities to regional conditions
  • Feed LATAM requirements and opportunities into global roadmap
• Co-lead strategic bids and complex opportunities requiring service line involvement

2. Technical Leadership – Nearshore Applications Focus

• Lead application-driven technical support for nearshore and marine projects
• Maintain deep expertise in LATAM nearshore applications, including:
  • LNG and FLNG developments
  • Desalination intake/outfall systems
  • Offshore wind (fixed and floating)
  • Coastal and port infrastructure
• Translate applications into:
  • Standardized investigation approaches
  • Execution methodologies
  • Scalable delivery frameworks
• Provide senior technical authority in key client engagements and solution definition

3. Operational Leadership & Execution Accountability (NSI)

• Own technical and operational readiness for NSI and integrated marine projects:
  • Resource planning (people, equipment, spreads, vessels as applicable)
  • Execution strategies and methodologies
  • Logistics and mobilization planning
• Ensure alignment between as-bid and as-executed delivery
• Act as regional authority on NSI execution methodology, in coordination with Service Line
• Support resolution of technical and operational challenges during execution

4. Strategic Project Support & Opportunity Conversion

• Play a leading role in winning complex and strategic nearshore opportunities
• Support:
  • Solution definition
  • Technical differentiation
  • Execution planning and risk identification
• Drive conversion of early-stage opportunities into:
  • Desktop studies
  • FEED and investigation campaigns
• Ensure solutions are tailored to application-specific requirements and constraints

5. Integration with Commercial Excellence Framework

• Support execution of Opening / Middle / Closing Game:
  • Opening: Position Fugro early as a technical advisor
  • Middle: Strengthen technical definition, feasibility, and differentiation
  • Closing: Support technical validation and de-risking of commitments
• Work closely with:
  • Sales leadership
  • Proposals & Estimation Manager
• Improve:
  • Win rates
  • Solution quality
  • Execution reliability

6. Stakeholder Engagement & Market Development

• Establish high-level relationships with:
  • LNG / FLNG developers
  • Offshore wind developers
  • EPC contractors and coastal infrastructure players
  • Regulators and government agencies
• Position Fugro as technical authority in nearshore investigations
• Support development of:
  • Regulatory frameworks
  • Technical standards
  • Market entry strategies
• Anticipate demand by tracking investment trends and translating into capability readiness

7. Operational Excellence & Performance Improvement

• Drive Operational Excellence (OE) in NSI and nearshore operations:
  • Productivity improvements (drilling, field execution, marine integration)
  • Cost control and leakage reduction
  • Standardization and digital workflow adoption
• Ensure consistent execution across countries
• Improve predictability of project performance

8. Talent Development & Technical Capability Building

• Mentor and develop technical and operations talent
• Build a regional NSI / nearshore technical community
• Promote knowledge sharing, training, and best practices
• Support visibility through:
  • Conferences
  • Technical papers
  • Industry engagement

9. Innovation, Partnerships & Capability Expansion

• Identify opportunities for:
  • Strategic partnerships
  • New technologies and solutions
  • R&D aligned with LATAM needs
• Support introduction of new capabilities into LATAM
• Align with global teams to accelerate adoption of innovations

L5: REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Degree in Engineering, Geosciences, or related discipline
• Advanced degree preferred

Experience

• 12–15+ years in geotechnical, geophysical, or marine services
• Strong experience in:
  • Nearshore Site Investigation (NSI)
  • Marine and coastal environments
• Proven track record in:
  • Operations and project execution
  • Technical leadership and client-facing roles
  • Multi-country environments

Languages: Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese

Skills

• Strong technical and operational credibility
• Deep understanding of nearshore applications and markets
• Commercial awareness and influence in bidding processes
• Leadership in matrix organizations

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.