Technical Project Manager (7428)

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. Position Overview This role is responsible for the effective planning, coordination and delivery of the marine activities associated with end-to-end subsea fiber optic cable projects. The position works closely with internal functions by interfacing and coordinating with all support departments including but not limited to manufacturing, permitting, survey, fleet operations and, quality, as well as a range of external third- party suppliers, to ensure marine work is effectively integrated into the overall project delivery plan.The role focuses specifically on the marine execution of cable installation projects, ensuring that vessels, marine contractors, offshore personnel and supporting associated resources are properly planned, coordinated and managed. Activities must focus on delivery of the project safely, efficiently, cost effectively and in accordance with contractual and project requirements.The role will also act as a key interface between the project team, client, marine contractors, vessel operators and, offshore teams, translating the overall project requirements into a practical and executable marine installation program.SubCom operates continuously, and this role requires flexibility to support client engagements and critical operational matters outside normal business hours when necessary. Responsibilities Plan, coordinate and monitor marine installation and shore-end activities for subsea fiber optic cable projects, including execution plans, schedules, mobilization plans and recovery actions.Ensure marine activities comply with approved procedures, project requirements, applicable regulations and contractual obligations.Provide technical and operational input to project planning, risk assessments and method statements.Serve as the primary interface between the project team, client representatives, marine contractors, vessel operators and offshore personnel, including participation in coordination meetings and reviews.Support ISO driven process improvement initiatives by adhering to policies and processes related to project documentation (import/export commercial invoices, spares plan/inventories, MS Project plans of work)Manage day-to-day interfaces with installation vessels, survey vessels, burial contractors and other marine service providers.Coordinate vessel readiness, mobilization and demobilization, ensuring equipment, personnel and documentation are in place.Monitor contractor performance against scope, program and operational requirements, and escalate operational, technical, program or contractual issues as needed.Participate in vessel inspections, readiness reviews, mobilization meetings and offshore project meetings.Support offshore installation campaigns, attending operations when required to provide project oversight and client/contractor interface.Review daily progress, operational data and vessel reports, coordinating responses to offshore issues and practical recovery solutions.Maintain clear communication between offshore teams and the onshore project organization.Provide regular updates on marine progress, risks, issues and forecast completion dates for internal management and client reporting.Accurately manage marine operational budgets, continually tracking and controlling cost and targeting savings where appropriate. This will include vessel and contractor budgets, forecasts, invoicing, variations, cost variances, purchase requisitions and purchase orders, fuel true-ups and daily hire/on-hire/off-hire reconciliation with Finance.Ensure project lessons learned and safety observations are captured, communicated and acted uponQualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in subsea fiber optic sector or parallel sector Completion of a higher education degree or a technical/vocational programProject Management Certification from a recognized governing institutionAbility to analyze & manage financial budgetsExperience with Math & Statistics, Computer OperationsBasic understanding of contracts and contract managementProficient verbal and written communicationsCritical thinking aptitude (problem solving and identifying areas for improvement)Proficiency in MS Office applications, in particular Excel, Word and Power Point, and MS Project is preferred.Ability to work well in group / collaborative settings. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. BENEFITS SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation