Project Manager

Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking a role to start a rewarding career within a leading Classification Society. As a Project Manager, you would be joining our Contracted Research and Development (CRAD) department based in Athens, Kallithea.

The main focus of this position will be on managing contracted/funded R&D projects, serving as ABS primary liaison with key research partners and the shipping community, providing regular interaction with EU agencies and other funding organizations (such as CINEA, EMSA, DG MOVE, etc.), and supporting ABS Business Development efforts, including leading proposal development, participating in local, national and international organization, etc.

The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks and projects, whilst adhering to strict deadlines. Analytical skills and a desire for product/service innovation are also required.

International travel will be required.

The following qualifications and skills are essential to be considered for this role:

• Fluency in Greek & English
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably in Naval Architecture/Marine Engineering)
• Advanced degree in Engineering or Technical field (desirable)
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in classification, marine & offshore industry / technologies, and client relationships (desirable)
• Working knowledge of Project Management principles (preferably to have formal project management training (graduate degree, PM2/PMP Certifications, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Horizon Europe regulation
• Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing, complex and unique technical issues, as well as present them to clients and at public forums
• The ability to identify, analyze and solve complex and unique programmatic issues.
• Strong familiarization with MS Office software, in particular Word, Excel, and Power Point
  
  

About Us

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

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Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs