Project Manager
Summary
OneOcean (a Lloyd's Register-owned maritime software provider) is hiring a Project Manager in Constanta, Romania for a hybrid role (2 days/week in office). The PM leads the full lifecycle of complex maritime software projects — planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder/client communication — to deliver products on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Legacy & Innovation: We were created more than 260 years ago as the world’s first marine classification society to improve and set standards for the safety of ships.
- Global Impact: Our digital solutions are relied upon by more than 30,000 vessels, following the acquisition of OneOcean in 2022 and Ocean Technologies Group in 2024.
- Product Offering: Covering five proven product areas - learning, fleet operations, compliance, voyage planning and performance management - supporting its customers from ship to shore, from training and people operations, to voyage compliance and optimisation.
🧭 Navigating the position: Project Manager
The Project Manager at OneOcean is central to driving the successful delivery of our maritime software products, directly impacting our business growth and customer satisfaction. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of complex software projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
**Please note this is a hybrid role based in our Constantana office two times a week**
- Lead comprehensive project planning, including scope definition, timeline establishment, and resource allocation.
- Implement projects adhering to the established plan, adjusting as necessary for any unforeseen changes or challenges.
- Ensure the assigned projects are delivered within the SLA.
- Regularly communicate with key stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management, ensuring alignment and addressing any concerns or changes in project scope.
- Develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations better.
- Lead and inspire the project team. Assign tasks and responsibilities based on individual strengths and skills.
- Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to team members, particularly junior staff and coordinators.
- Efficiently manage both human and material resources.
- Forecast resource needs and work with various departments to ensure availability.
- Handle budgeting aspects of projects and ensure optimal utilization of resources.
- Implement quality assurance processes to maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Proactively identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Foster strong, service-oriented relationships with clients.
- Communicate project progress and developments effectively.
- Negotiate and manage client expectations and ensure their satisfaction with the project deliverables.
- Stay abreast of the latest trends in project management, software development, and the maritime industry.
- Encourage the team to adopt innovative practices and continuous learning.
- Work across different geographical locations and cultural environments, often traveling to meet clients and teams worldwide.
- Adapt to various working environments and foster a culture of collaboration and respect.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Project Management qualification preferred.
- Strong project planning skills, structured way of working, ability to manage pressure, customer success-oriented, excellent communication and leadership skills, knowledge of OneOcean products is a plus.