Newbuilding Project Manager

Location: Hamburg, Germany

The Role

My client is looking for a Newbuilding Project Manager to support its shipmanagement and oversee new vessel construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate technical specifications, drawings and designs with shipyards.

• Support shipyard selection, contract negotiations and technical discussions.

• Coordinate day-to-day activities throughout the newbuilding process.

• Manage supplier selection and evaluate onboard machinery and systems.

• Review technical proposals, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company standards.

• Liaise with shipyards, classification societies, flag states and internal teams.

• Attend factory acceptance tests, site visits and sea trials.

• Provide technical support throughout construction until vessel delivery.

Requirements

• Degree in Marine Engineering, Ship Engineering or a related discipline.

• Extensive seagoing experience as a Chief Engineer or Second Engineer.

• Previous newbuilding or shipyard experience is advantageous.

• Strong technical knowledge of vessel machinery and onboard systems.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Fluent English.

• Willingness to travel internationally

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Callum Butterworth