Project Manager - Marine & Subsea Maintenance - Maritime & Shipping

Job Purpose

The Project Manager – Marine & Subsea Maintenance is responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of Subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance (IRM) works,

Marine/offshore structural maintenance and subsea assets. The role ensures safe, timely, and cost-effective project completion in compliance with ADNOC standards, contractual requirements, and HSE regulations, utilizing AHT vessels, DP2 Vessels, barges, and support crafts, diving teams.

About the Maritime Cluster

AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster is led by Noatum Maritime, a globally connected agile entity operating across multiple countries. With a fleet of over 250 vessels and decades of expertise, Noatum Maritime offers a diverse portfolio of services delivering “everything you need on the seas.”

Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution

Lead offshore execution of

• SPM / CALM buoy and MONO buoy maintenance campaigns
• Subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance (IRM) works
• Marine structural maintenance (jetties, berths, offshore facilities)
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Coordinate simultaneous offshore operations across multiple work fronts.

2. Marine Logistics & Vessel Coordination

• Plan and coordinate deployment of AHT vessels,DP2 Vessels, barges, and support crafts
• Manage mobilization, demobilization, and offshore logistics.
• Liaise with ADNOC marine control, port authorities, and vessel operators.

3. HSE & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce strict compliance with ADNOC HSE policies and Permit-to-Work (PTW) system
• CICPA and offshore access requirements
• Conduct risk assessments, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
• Ensure all personnel certifications are valid (BOSIET, H2S,IMCA, diving, etc.).

4. Contract & Commercial Management

• Administer contracts including Variations, claims, and change orders ,extension of Time (EOT) submissions
• monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability.
• Track vessel standby, weather downtime, and offshore inefficiencies for claims.

5. Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as primary liaison with: ADNOC and EPC clients, Consultants and inspection agencies
• Lead progress meetings, resolve technical issues, and ensure client satisfaction.

6. Team Leadership & Resource Management

• Lead multidisciplinary offshore teams including engineers, supervisors, and technicians.
• Ensure proper manpower planning, mobilization, and training.
• Monitor team performance and ensure productivity targets are met.

7. Procurement & Material Management

• Coordinate procurement of:
• Marine equipment, coating materials, and subsea tools
• Ensure compatibility of materials and compliance with technical specifications.

8. Reporting & Documentation

• Ensure timely submission of:
• Daily Progress Reports (DPR) and offshore logs
• Weekly/monthly progress reports
• Final project dossiers and handover documentation
• Maintain records for audit, compliance, and claims.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Marine / Civil Engineering or equivalent
• PMP, IMCA (Diving/ROV) preferred
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Arabic is an added advantage
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in offshore marine and subsea project
• Including 5+ years in leadership / managerial roles

Required Skills

• Extensive experience in managing projects within marine, Offshore maintenance and subsea IRM activities
• Proven track record in handling large-scale, high-risk operations
• Strong knowledge of project planning, cost control, and risk management
• Managing AHT vessel-based operations
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex project environments
• Strong understanding of QHSE standards and compliance requirements
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership capabilities
• Experience working with ADNOC or similar oil & gas clients is essential