Freelance — offshore works manager

EngiFlex • Virginia Beach, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Works Manager, you are responsible for the operational delivery of activities on site. You lead the execution at a broader level, supported by a team of site superintendents and project engineers, and you report directly to the Project Manager. This position is aimed at an experienced professional able to oversee large offshore subsea cable installation projects, combining solid engineering knowledge with hands-on installation experience.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in complex offshore engineering projects.
• Strong project management and planning skills.
• Extensive experience in high-safety environments.
• Clear communication skills and ability to take a critical view of the works to be performed.
• Ability to work well in a team, support colleagues effectively and lead field personnel.
• Autonomous, solution-oriented and pragmatic approach.
• Hands-on mindset.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, preferably with a specialization in construction, or equivalent experience.
• Offshore Medical Certificate
• Chester Step
• STCW Basic Safety Training
• BOSIET certification or equivalent (such as STCW or FOET)
• Fluent English is required, both written and spoken.

Nice To Haves

• Fluent Dutch is preferred and considered a strong asset.
• Additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support a dedicated project involving barge operations for cable installation, cable burial, termination, testing and pull-ins.
• Act as the single point of accountability offshore for HSE, POB and emergency response within the cable installation spread.
• Manage and coordinate daily cable installation, burial, pull-in, termination and testing activities to ensure safe, efficient and compliant execution in line with schedule, budget and project requirements.
• Plan and organize the works on site.
• Drive the efficient execution and optimization of subsea cable installation operations.
• Take into account stakeholder needs, both internal and external.
• Help ensure smooth realization of project activities.
• Maintain QHSE-S standards and keep the project on track in terms of timing and budget.
• Work closely with superintendents and project engineers on site, while coordinating the operational workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior