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Anadarko

Senior Subsea Project Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$94.50K - $123.20K/yr

As a Senior Subsea Project Engineer you will be responsible for leading project teams and the project management and control and provision of technical input to subsea engineering and operational ...

Oceaneering International, Inc.

Subsea Tech 3B

Houston, TX

$16 - $20.25/hr

Position Summary The Subsea Technician is responsible for operating Subsea Tooling, IWOCS and RWOCS ... This position will be reporting to the Operations Manager and supporting onshore and offshore ...

Halliburton

Must posses execellent knowledge of Halliburton Management System (HMS) standards, work methods and ... Experience in running Subsea Safety Systems, Subsea Landing String Assemblies inclusive of Direct ...

Halliburton

Must posses execellent knowledge of Halliburton Management System (HMS) standards, work methods and ... Experience in running Subsea Safety Systems, Subsea Landing String Assemblies inclusive of Direct ...

Halliburton

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

Subsea Well Control equipment. Regularly works within other Testing and Subsea (TSS) product ... manages any changes required. Checks and verifies equipment as per job plan, completes all job ...

Nexans USA Inc

WI · On-site

Plan and manage survey scope for projects, including route surveys and geophysical/geotechnical ... Extensive experience within offshore survey, subsea cable installation, or marine/Oil & Gas ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Subsea Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Subsea Manager, you need a strong background in subsea engineering, project management, and offshore operations, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and experience in the oil and gas industry. Familiarity with subsea control systems, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and industry standards such as API and ISO, as well as certifications like PMP or IMCA, are commonly required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage diverse teams and complex projects in challenging environments. These abilities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective subsea operations.

What are some common challenges a Subsea Manager faces when coordinating offshore operations?

A Subsea Manager often encounters challenges related to managing complex logistics, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in remote offshore environments. Unpredictable weather, equipment reliability, and communication across different stakeholders can add layers of complexity. Successful Subsea Managers regularly adapt plans, prioritize safety, and foster collaboration between engineering, ROV, and vessel crews to achieve project goals efficiently. Building strong relationships and maintaining flexibility are key to overcoming these operational hurdles.

What does a Subsea Manager do?

A Subsea Manager oversees the planning, installation, maintenance, and operation of subsea equipment and systems used in offshore oil and gas production. They coordinate teams of engineers and technicians, ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and manage project budgets and timelines. Their role is critical in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of subsea infrastructure, and they often work closely with other departments to integrate subsea operations with overall field development. Subsea Managers also troubleshoot technical issues and implement best practices to optimize performance and minimize downtime.

What is the difference between Subsea Manager vs Subsea Engineer?

AspectSubsea ManagerSubsea Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in project management and subsea systemsEngineering degree, specialized certifications in subsea technology and design
Work EnvironmentOversees project teams, manages operations, and liaises with clientsDesigns, develops, and tests subsea equipment and systems
Employer & Industry UsageOil & gas companies, offshore service providersEngineering firms, oil & gas operators, subsea technology providers

The Subsea Manager focuses on overseeing subsea projects, managing teams, and ensuring project delivery, while the Subsea Engineer concentrates on designing and developing subsea systems. Both roles require technical expertise, but the Manager has a broader leadership and project management scope.

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Project Manager (Subsea Engineering)

Project Manager (Subsea Engineering)

Oceaneering International, Inc.

Hanover, MD • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Oceaneering rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

250th of 415 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Job Description
The Project Manager is responsible for managing the successful execution of subsea engineering projects for the delivery of electro-mechanical systems that meet project requirements within the contracted schedule and budget constraints.
Responsibilities
  • Manage projects consistent with Oceaneering values and guidelines with respect to safety, quality, and business ethics.
  • Apply knowledge of project management competencies to manage the core elements of a project's integration, scope, schedule, cost, quality, resources, communications, risks, procurement and stakeholders in order to meet project requirements, demonstrating proficiency in both the knowledge and application of these skills.
  • Apply knowledge of subsea engineering, communication, leadership, management, cognitive abilities, effectiveness, and professionalism to lead the project team in meeting objectives, demonstrating proficiency in both the knowledge and application of these skills.
  • Lead a diverse team of engineers, drafters, designers, technicians, machinists, consultants, administrative and other personnel, and assigns tasks as guided by the project plan, setting and communicating clear expectations.
  • Autonomously facilitate and operationalize projects to achieve established departmental and organizational goals, while considering all appropriate stakeholders.
  • Briefings & Presentations
    • Lead monthly internal presentations with the OTECH team covering the status of all project operations.
  • Reporting & Summarization
    • Weekly prepare a summary of activities and a consolidated overview for Program/Portfolio Manager
  • Communications & Coordination
    • Manage a cohesive calendar that tracks project milestones and major Out-of-Office (OoO) periods.
    • Support purchasing activities, including purchase request generation, issuance tracking, and PO tracking to ensure timely procurement and alignment with project needs.
  • CDRL Tracking & Deliverables Management
    • Serve as the single point of contact for tracking and managing all CDRL items.
    • Ensure timely submission by gathering inputs and coordinating with responsible parties.
  • Security & Documentation
    • Demonstrate working knowledge of portion marking and handling of security-classified documentation in accordance with applicable policies.
    • Handle data transfers to potential guest networks in accordance with approved protocols.
  • Project & Financial Planning Support
    • Possess a basic understanding of Microsoft Project, including critical path.
    • Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and attend financial forecasting meetings.
  • Understand financial forecasting impacts, including labor hours, burn rates, and open commitments.
  • Develop and lead in project management planning including but not limited to: scope identification, budget planning, resource planning, and fiscal accountability, and ongoing communication and collaboration with team members. Independently prepares written documents, delegates tasks as necessary, and monitors and analyzes progress.
  • Recommend sequences for actions, procurement and purchases and coordinates necessary meetings to ensure the timely delivery of products and services. Facilitate work across project teams, develop a project schedule, lead meetings to track progress, manages and mitigates project risks, troubleshoots problems as they arise, and directly manages assigned component projects and develop solutions to barriers and challenges to success in order to deliver projects on time, within budget and scope, and with a keen focus on effective and consistent communication.
  • Interface and collaborate with key stakeholders throughout project development, planning and execution. Autonomously assess the need for disseminating and retrieving information and communicate with all organizational levels as necessary.
  • Compile and synthesize complex data, analyze outcomes, and prepare reports for ongoing process and outcome review for senior management.
  • Responsible for the research and data compilation from a variety of internal and external resources to provide support for research, proposals, reporting, recognition and regulatory compliance.
  • Reports include but are not limited to: graphical representations of data, oral presentations, written reports, and visual presentations.
  • Ensure that team members meet deadlines and task budgets.
  • Support the company's objective of continuous improvement by reviewing, incorporating and contributing to lessons learned, and suggesting changes to process and procedure in-order-to improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of execution.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree, with a major in an Engineering discipline preferred.
  • Minimum 4-7 years of relevant work experience.
  • PMP/CAPM Certification or achieved within 3 years.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
  • Technical writing and editing skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Prior subsea engineering project management experience desired.
  • Ability to interact with customer representatives.
  • Ability to support technical reviews of various documentation and other project deliverables.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and work independently.
  • Strong skills in Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
  • Knowledge of P6, EVMS, MS Project, Contract Comprehension, FAR/DFAR, CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.

EEO:
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

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