Marine Design & Engineering Project Manager

Foreship (part of RINA) is currently recruiting for a Marine Design & Engineering Project Manager to join its office in Helsinki within the Marine Design & Engineering Division.

Mission

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering complex cruise ship conversion projects, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, budget control, and client satisfaction. The role also contributes to newbuilding and technology-driven projects, acting as a key link between clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution from concept development through delivery.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and manage large, complex cruise ship conversion projects from early design phase through to final delivery.
• Contribute as a key Project Manager in cruise ship newbuilding and ferry projects when required.
• Actively participate in demanding ship design projects, primarily related to cruise ship conversions, in close collaboration with the project department team.
• Support additional projects, including cruise ship newbuilding, ferry newbuilding, and new technology initiatives, as needed.
• Define and manage project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource planning in alignment with client expectations and internal requirements.
• Monitor and control project budget, schedule, risks, and quality throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including naval architects, engineers, and external partners, ensuring efficient collaboration and delivery.
• Provide technical oversight and expertise in: general arrangement, technical specifications, classification society rules and maritime regulations, safety and statutory requirements.
• Represent the company in client meetings, technical workshops, and design reviews, providing expert guidance and practical solutions.
  
  

Qualifications

• Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in cruise ship conversion projects and/or newbuilding projects.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale maritime projects with full responsibility for scope, budget, and schedule.
• Strong technical knowledge of ship design processes, particularly within cruise vessel conversion projects.
• Solid understanding of general arrangement, ship systems integration, technical specifications within complex cruise ship projects.
• Strong knowledge of maritime rules, regulations, and class requirements, with hands-on experience applying them during conversions.
• Ability to confidently lead client meetings and technical discussions.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage priorities under tight schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
  
  

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
  
  

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.