Program Manager, Operations - American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

The Program Manager in the offshore & subsea sector is responsible for the coordinated management of multiple related projects and stakeholder management, which are directed towards a common objective. The Program manager is also responsible for planning, executing, technical performance and finalizing programs according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Program Manager will also define the program's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. They may be assigned to perform specific marketing related functions including presentation of company qualifications for project opportunities and assist in the development of proposals. Additionally, directly involved in the training and development of more junior staff.

What You Will Do:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on assigned programs.
• Direct and support the development of schedules/timelines/cost plans that support the business objectives, established budgets, resources, and project deliverables for each project.
• Oversee day-to-day execution of the overall project delivery process, including coaching cross-functional teams.
• Review and influence projects to ensure projects are executed within the approved budget and schedule and in accordance with company Quality requirements.
• Prepares technically accurate and timely reports related to the program.
• Managing and utilizing resources across programs
• Managing stakeholders' communication and preparing communications for management and updates.
• Managing the primary project documentation from project initiation through completion in accordance with the process instruction.
• Ensure that invoices are correctly prepared in accordance with contractual terms and are issued to clients in a timely manner.
• Stays actively informed concerning technical, business, and management developments affecting present and potential customers and communicates this information promptly to the appropriate senior-level managers.
• Prepare and submit time charge records, expense reports, and invoice approvals in a timely manner in accordance with company procedures.
• Negotiate budgets, schedules, project terms, and conditions on specific proposal opportunities and change requests.
• Work with Survey and Engineering Management to establish staffing requirements supporting program execution.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science and at least ten years of experience in the offshore and/or subsea industry.
• Preferably a Master of Science degree in Project Management or Engineering Management.
• Typically holds one of the following Project Management Professional certifications; PMP, PgMP, PfMP.
• Typically, a minimum of 7-10 years' experience in engineering, inspection, and project management related roles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional knowledge and handling of project management methodology and techniques
• Ability to work positively with various individuals involved in the project.
• The ability to identify, analyze and solve complex and unique program-related problems.
• Ability to organize, plan, monitor, and control contractual project requirements, budgets, schedules, and technical work.
• Exceptional Proficiency with PM tools and software (i.e., MS Office and MS Project) will be preferred.
• Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills and highly complex and unique technical issues to personnel who may or may not be in related technical fields.
• Realization of financial aspects of approved business plans and budgets pertaining to the program.
• Ability to direct the execution of complex programs.
• Ability to learn the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System.
• Ability to speak and write English fluently.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to a Manager, Director, or Executive level position.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and enviro