General Manager- Ship Construction Site

Job Overview

Lead and oversee all operations at our Ship Construction Site (SCS) , overseeing the assembly, integration, and outfitting of ships and ship repair projects. Ensure timely, high-quality project delivery within budget, while upholding the highest Quality , safety and compliance standards.

This group is more than 100+ year old engineering & project-oriented conglomerate with businesses across Oil & Gas, Shipyard, Heavy Engineering , Textile, and Energy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all site operations: Shipbuilding, repair, engineering, outfitting, trials, and commissioning.

• Manage and mentor department heads across core functions (engineering, outfitting, electrical, hull, commissioning, dock operations).

• Plan, execute, and monitor shipbuilding and repair projects from start to finish, achieving set milestones and deadlines.

• Coordinate across departments to ensure effective use of resources, materials, and manpower.

• Drive compliance with safety and environmental regulations (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001), conducting audits and mitigating risks.

• Maintain strict financial controls, track site expenditures, and apply cost-saving measures.

• Uphold quality standards throughout all processes, resolving issues promptly to reduce rework.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, identifying and implementing process enhancements.

• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, suppliers, contractors, and certification agencies.

Core Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Marine, Industrial Engineering, or similar field; master’s degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) are an advantage.

• At least 15- 20 years’ experience in shipbuilding or engineering project management, with 5+ years at a senior management level.

• Proven track record leading large, complex engineering operations and multi-disciplinary teams.

• Strong knowledge of shipyard processes (fabrication, fitting, outfitting, commissioning).

• Excellent skills in project management, team leadership, quality assurance, and financial oversight.

• Familiarity with ERP/project management software and MS Office.

Desirable:

• Experience working with industry regulators and classification agencies.

• Strong team leadership and communication abilities.