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Project Manager, Marine

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valmet logoValmet · Shanghai, China
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Responsibilities

  • Lead the full project lifecycle from sales support-including engineering cost estimation, delivery scope definition, and resource planning-through to project execution, commissioning, and final handover to service organization
  • Take full financial ownership of your projects, managing budgeting, monthly forecasting, invoicing, purchasing, change management, and final recognition to ensure profitable outcomes
  • Drive project success by leading your project team with clear responsibilities, creating a positive working atmosphere, and serving as the primary interface between Valmet and customers throughout the project duration
  • Ensure safety excellence by overseeing risk assessments, HSE compliance, and on-site supervision, verifying all personnel have appropriate safety training and personal protective equipment
  • Deliver measurable results through customer satisfaction, project margin improvement from sales booking to closing, and add-on sales volume growth
  • Expectations for you
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in marine engineering, automation engineering, or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience in the marine industry, with 3+ years managing complex projects with both financial and technical responsibility
  • PMP certification and proven experience working in international business environments
  • Experience leading automation projects on Cruises, Ro-Ro/Ro-Pax, or LNG vessels is a strong advantage
  • Excellent communication capabilities with customers and internal stakeholders
  • Good command of English, both written and spoken
  • To succeed in this role
  • We also expect you to align with Valmet's Leadership Principles-practical behaviors that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together:
  • Take accountability - Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through
  • Lead with courage - Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly
  • Build on trust - Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety
  • Collaborate for growth - Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value

Benefits

Competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and a vibrant workplace culture filled with team-building events and employee clubs. Plus, take advantage of our flexible internal mobility program to grow your career your way!Want to know more?When everything works togetherJoin the team - and lead the way with us!Health insuranceVision insuranceRemote work optionsFlexible schedule

Additional Information

Project Manager (Marine) Do you thrive on managing large-scale automation projects from sales support through to final handover? Are you ready to take ownership of multimillion-dollar marine projects while leading diverse, international teams? This is your opportunity to drive success across the full project lifecycle-from engineering cost planning and risk assessment to on-site commissioning and final acceptance. You'll manage automation projects for some of the most sophisticated vessels in the world, including Cruises, Ro-Ro/Ro-Pax, and LNG carriers, while ensuring financial targets, customer satisfaction, and safety standards are consistently met.

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