Project Manager

Position Summary

This role is responsible for managing an execution of cruise dry dock projects in accordance with project-specific requirements and timelines.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, define scope, establish timelines, and oversee project execution.
• Continuously monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Communicate project updates and status reports to various stakeholders, including clients, senior management, and project team members.
• Effectively manage project risks and issues, and formulate contingency plans as needed.
• Efficiently allocate and manage project resources.
• Maintain oversight of project quality assurance and ensure that deliverables align with client expectations.
• Foster collaboration with other departments or branches to ensure seamless and efficient project completion.
• Supervise customers' orders, ensuring the timely collection, consolidation, and shipping of materials to the project site.
• Provide indirect management of operational functions and coordinate shipments with the operations staff.
• Travel to project sites globally to offer on-site support and coordinate the movement of incoming and outgoing cargo.
• Take responsibility for the timely delivery of all materials required for client projects.
• Uphold strong relationships with the client's group and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and present rate quotations.
• Procure and negotiate rates with vendors.
• Attend project progress meetings with clients.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, the client's contractors, and vendors.
• Be readily available to serve as an escalation point for internal DSV operations teams worldwide.
• Remain accessible to address critical issues that may impact the project's timely completion, both before and during the project.

Knowledge And Skills

• Proficiency in problem-solving, the ability to work autonomously, and maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrated expertise in import, export, domestic and international freight operations is a prerequisite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as necessary.
• Willingness and readiness to travel for extended periods of time and stay in accommodations aboard vessel that are under active construction.
• Participation in structured cross-training activities to enhance proficiency across various departments, enabling effective backup support when needed.
• Demonstrated adaptability to change and a capacity to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment is required.

Educational Background / Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, or a related field. A master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of freight forwarding.
• At least 2 years of experience in project management or account management.
• Prior experience as a Cruise Project Manager is considered a valuable asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in project management, encompassing the ability to oversee timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated capability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Language Skills

• Fluent in both oral and written English.
• Proficiency in secondary languages is advantageous.

Computer Literacy

• Proficient in Microsoft tools, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Familiarity with CargoWise One is a significant advantage.
• Typing proficiency.
• Quick adaptability to new applications and software.