Job summary
An experienced Project Operations Manager role responsible for overseeing all aspects of safety, quality, delivery, and cost in subsea project operations. The role involves planning and executing operation packages within engineering and offshore installation projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and managing resources and risks. The position requires substantial experience in subsea operations and installation engineering and provides a key client-facing leadership position within project delivery teams in Norway.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Bærum
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and execute operation packages within defined time, budget, and quality, health, safety, environment, and security (QHSES) standards. Prepare and validate project execution plans for both tender and execution phases, coordinating with engineering, procurement, subcontracting, testing, and logistics. Act as primary contact managing day-to-day subsea operations, ensuring equipment installation and testing readiness. Promote a strong safety and quality culture, manage risks and opportunities, ensure contractual obligations are met, prepare project reporting, and maintain thorough project documentation. Lead and mentor the operations team while implementing lean management principles to optimize processes and support continuous improvement initiatives. Build and maintain relationships with clients and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related disciplines. Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in engineering projects, construction, offshore installation, and operations, with at least 5 years in subsea operations and installation engineering. In-depth knowledge of subsea project equipment, offshore installation techniques, and asset operations. Experience in project execution environments, preferably with integrated Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation projects (iEPCI). Strong problem-solving skills combining technical, commercial, and risk-based decision making.