Experienced Offshore Construction Manager required for a new contract role, working on behalf of our client, a leading offshore oil & gas and renewable energy contractor based in London. 

The successful candidate will be working on a c.4-6 month campaign on a North Sea offshore windfarm project.  This will be on a 28/28 offshore rotation basis on the offshore construction vessels, with occasional office visits to London as & when required. 

Our client is looking for candidates with at least 8+ years previous experience in a similar role working on offshore vessels on installation projects.  

The role will require you to ensure the efficiency of the vessel for the achievement of the strategic targets, be the overall responsible person for project execution on the assigned offshore construction vessel, in terms of safety, productivity, cost- efficiency, schedule and quality and in conjunction with the Master, ensure the best performance of the vessel and its crew to achieve the above mentioned targets

Job Spec:

▪ Provide effective overall management for the construction activities on board the assigned vessel, ensuring the  interdisciplinary coordination of all relevant vessel departments and liasing with the Master for marine operations

▪ Drive project execution to meet established deadlines, reach an optimal level of productivity and minimise cost, while  respecting project specifications and QHSE requirements

▪ Ensure that all construction activities are performed safely through a rigorous implementation of company HSE policies and  procedures. Lead by example and motivate the crew with regard to the observation of HSE requirements, promoting their  contents in meetings and dedicated initiatives

▪ Ensure that the Permit-to-Work system for construction crew is adhered to and ensure that the daily Tool Box Talks and JSA, if required, are carried out according to the procedures

▪ Manage the work schedule adopting an early planning approach, establishing priorities and optimising the use of materials,  work teams and available equipment, while promoting the solutions of contingent problems on board

▪ Ensure that subcontractors adhere to their contractual obligations and facilitates the interface with the vessel organisation

▪ Plan and manage the mobilisation/demobilisation of personnel and equipment in a cost-efficient way, taking into  consideration any possible synergies with other company assets and projects, in liaison with the Project Operations Manager,  Operations team and Vessel Asset Manager

▪ Represent the Project Manager in front of the Client Representative on board in order to discuss project matters, change  management, schedule variations and any contractual implications that these may have, liaising with the Project Operations  Manager on these subjects

▪ Actively promote a clear communication system between all vessel departments and maintain good lines of communication  with all other internal and external stakeholders

▪ Actively promote the development of human resoution process for new resources, their formal and on-the-job training as  required, and the competence assessment process where applicable

▪ Ensure the continuous implementation of technical and organisational improvements in order to reduce risks to the lowest possible level

▪ Assist and support the Project Team in the solution of technical and management issues within the assigned remits

▪ Participate to the Project Risk Assessment called by the Project Manager

▪ Assist the Master with regard to all the Emergency situations

▪ Be aware of the ISM Code and MLC 2006 in order to ensure the safety at work with regard to the construction crew

▪ Ensure that all documents, certifications, hand-over and work reports, as provided in the contract or required according to company procedures are issued on time, adequately stored and kept updated.

Job Details:

Start date: ASAP

Location: Offshore North Sea.  28/28 rotation. Candidates must have valid BOSIET and offshore medical certificates.

Rate: Please contact us directly for further details.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.