Latin America Marine Project Manager

RINA is currently recruiting for a Latin America Marine Project Manager to join its office in Rio de Janeiro within the  Americas Marine Engineering Division.​

Mission

The Project Manager – Marine business unit is a fully functioning and self-sufficient professional responsible for managing and executing projects with moderate complexity within the Marine business unit. This role involves both project management and hands-on technical contributions, where the Project Manager leverages their engineering expertise to develop specific project deliverables. They ensure projects meet business objectives through effective planning, execution, and delivery, adhering to RINA's quality standards. #LI-KM

Key Accountabilities

Project Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects.
- Develop and manage project schedules, cost plans, and resource allocations to align with business objectives and project deliverables.
- Monitor project progress, ensuring adherence to approved budgets, schedules, and RINA quality requirements.
- Manage risks, issues, and corrective actions throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate stakeholder communication and provide regular updates to management.
- Maintain and manage project documentation from initiation to completion following established processes.
Technical Contributions:
- Actively contribute as an engineer to project development, utilizing technical expertise to deliver specific tasks and solutions.
- Apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts to solve complex problems and ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Collaborate with technical teams to address challenges and achieve project objectives.
Reporting and Compliance:
- Prepare accurate and timely technical reports related to the project.
- Ensure invoices are prepared according to contractual terms and issued promptly to clients.
- Maintain time charge records, expense reports, and approvals in compliance with company procedures.
Collaboration and Growth:
- Work positively and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Stay informed about technical, business, and management developments relevant to clients and communicate insights to senior management.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Engineering

Qualifications

- Good experience in project management and engineering roles, with demonstrated technical expertise.
- Proficiency in applying engineering principles to solve problems and develop project deliverables.
- Demonstrated expertise in technical areas relevant to marine consulting.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and software (e.g., MS Office, MS Project).
- Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and make informed technical decisions.
- Strong team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across diverse groups.
- Awareness and ability to apply RINA’s Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System principles.

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.​
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.