Senior Manager, Technical Projects

Holland America Group•Doral, FL

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

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. We are looking to hire a Manager, Technical Projects. The Manager will manage the 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. Supports the development of fleet energy reduction, safety, and environmental projects in coordination with Corporate energy conservation and safety group strategies and collaborates with company brands to create efficiencies and streamline processes. Supports 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 Manage ongoing or new projects in acting as an advisor to ensure projects are implemented in the most efficient, sustainable means possible Support development of procedures to improve working efficiency of the team using new or updated processes and tools Support development of new emissions reduction, environmental and sustainability initiatives through independent research, collaboration within the company or corporation and collaborating with 3rd party suppliers, contracting companies and consultants. Here’s a summary of what Princess is looking for in a Manager, Technical Projects. Is this you?

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Marine Engineering, Technology, Project Management, Industrial.
Certifications: Marine Engineer, Marine Electro-technical, Marine Technology, Marine / Engineering or Electrical Degree & or Class 1 qualifications & or PMP.
Proficient in business applications and project management tools.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
Knowledge of marine regulations and vendor coordination.
5 years in cruise ship, naval or offshore industry technical and commercial leadership, marine operations, and project management

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting the development of projects and managing them in accordance with company policies, procedures, maritime legislation, flag and classification requirements
Monitors the progress of projects and the control action plans while providing regular updates to senior management by utilizing multiple project management tools
Supports the implementation and completion of projects by collaborating with suppliers, contractors, shipyards and various departments both shoreside and shipboard
Submits all required regulatory documents and plans to appropriate Classification Society for review and plan approval.
Makes recommendations to resolve issues as directed or relates to the project and ensures there is collaboration amongst shipboard teams, Classification Societies, shipyards, and suppliers
Supports projects with ship visits and dry-dock attendance as dictated by project needs.
Collaborates with other Corporate brands to discuss and evaluate new technology and project initiatives to create efficiencies and identify cost saving opportunities.
Collaborates with shipboard management, shipyards, contractors and classification representatives to ensure a fully integrated and safe project solution.