Project Manager

To fulfil our challenging and ambitious goals we need to strengthen our competence and are therefore looking for a Project Manager to join our team!

In this role you will join our division Automation & Control working with Vessel Systems to deliver Ship Automation to yards worldwide. We are forefront of delivering state of the art maritime solutions in a constantly changing world. We are a part of the transition to the green shift and have project`s in the portfolio supporting an environmental focus and giving solutions toward` s a more sustainable future.

As Project Manager, you will have responsibility for a diverse portfolio of projects and an international team. You will be responsible for product and technology development, supply chain operations and act as the customer’s point of contact and responsible for day-to-day management of tasks and resources in delivery projects, planning, execution, and the results in terms of economy and quality.

We're seeking someone proactive, self-motivated, and a great team player who’s excited about contributing to a greener future.

Key accountabilities

• Manage and deliver projects globally with high focus on quality, profit and customer satisfaction
• Manage and guide personnel assigned to own projects
• Manage scope, time, costs, communication, and risks in our projects
• Lead customer interface and communication towards internal stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous department improvement
• Travel as required
• Support the product and sales organization with project and technical expertise

Qualifications and experience

• Technical or maritime education, maritime experience is preferred
• Preferably experience from project management
• Experience from working directly with customers in Maritime industry and knowledge about our products is an advantage
• Good communication skills in English and Norwegian

You are able to

• act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results
• focus on bottom-line results, identify potential risks and monitor the financial impact of own activities
• provide your team with a clear direction, inspire and coordinate others and keep them focused on set goals
• adhere to company rules and procedures and execute plans with commitment and determination
• communicate in a clear, precise and structured way
• co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check.

What we can offer you        

With us, you will be offered a competitive salary and benefit packages with good development opportunities in an international environment. We have flexible work hours and holiday arrangements in addition to a good pension and insurance scheme. We offer an inspiring and safe work-environment and the possibility to work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future.

Work location

Horten

Point of contact       

Geir Snerting, Director Seaborne & Pax projects, +47 90762953

*Please be aware that applications will be processed on an ongoing basis

Kongsberg Maritime, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global marine technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea and naval. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 34 countries. Kongsberg Maritime is part of KONGSBERG, an international, knowledge-based group delivering high-technology systems and solutions to clients within the oil and gas industry, merchant marine, defence and aerospace.

You will be part of our Automation & Control Division which is responsible for product and technology development, supply chain operations and project delivery for all Kongsberg's automation, instrumentation and bridge systems. Since the development of the first Dynamic Positioning system in the 1970's, Kongsberg Maritime has always been in the forefront of developing leading Automation and Bridge Systems, and the Integrated Solutions division is responsible for maintaining and further developing that substantial legacy.

At Kongsberg, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology and dedication