Subsea Construction Manager

Subsea Construction Manager

Full-Time 51750 - 63250 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Oceaneering International

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead subsea construction projects, ensuring safety and efficiency in installations.
  • Company: Dynamic company specialising in deepwater installations and tailored engineering solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, international travel opportunities, and a focus on safety and environmental practices.
  • Other info: Flexible working options with potential for career growth in a global environment.
  • Why this job: Join a team that tackles extreme challenges and makes a real impact in the subsea industry.
  • Qualifications: 8+ years in subsea, strong leadership skills, and ability to manage complex projects.

The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.

The Project Construction Manager reports to the Project Manager and is responsible for the delivery of discrete packages of work assigned by the Project Manager. The Construction Manager will deliver the packages of work with focus on the following main issues:

  • Provides specialist skills, integrity, leadership and knowledge to installation and discipline package personnel within the project team.
  • Independently manages, evaluates, organises and prioritises work.
  • Understands clients’ requirements and defines installation workscope including equipment and vessel requirements, installation procedures, deliverables and activities.
  • Inputs into the offshore schedule to optimise efficient use of assets.
  • Inputs into resources planning of installation team to suit schedule ensuring they have the required competence to conduct.
  • Inputs into risk management process with respect to project and client requirements and ensure implementation.
  • Inputs into weekly, monthly and quarterly meetings with the client, owning the performance of discreet packages managed.
  • Manages the development of relevant installation and operational deliverables and activities prior to and during offshore execution phase.
  • Focal point with Client, Marine Warranty Survey and 3rd Parties regarding installation scope of work.
  • Inputs into project KPIs, setting and communicating performance standards required to achieve project success in execute phase of the project.
  • Maintains registers/schedules; acts as interface with other discipline groups; manages day-to-day project activities.
  • Fully endorses and executes all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives.
  • Interfaces with SCM, Commercial and Legal to ensure compliance with company policies and IMR contract for the execution of work.

NON-ESSENTIAL

Other duties as assigned. Focusing on deepwater installations and field developments, we deliver tailored solutions—from the routine to the extreme. We provide fit-for-purpose engineering design through the entire asset lifecycle, including decommissioning. We contract, manage, engineer, and execute projects using our global vessel fleet, including Jones Act-compliant vessels, advanced technologies, and highly skilled personnel.

REQUIRED

  • Preferably 8 or more years' relevant experience from the subsea industry.
  • Ability to travel internationally for work scopes.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Valid passport.
  • Must be able to obtain:
    • Seamen’s book
    • Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)

DESIRED

  • Managerial skills, ideally Package Management / Construction Manager or Project Manager experience.
  • Prior experience working Internationally.
  • Experience with conflict resolution and change management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

  • Proficiency in using Microsoft office suite of applications, namely Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.

Safety

Ensure that the Safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to so far as is reasonably practicable in order to ensure a safe working environment.

Other

  • Carry out work in accordance with the Company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems.
  • Perform the assigned tasks with due diligence regarding the Integrated Management Systems on the Company.
  • Eliminate waste of whatever form, to suggest the use of more environmentally friendly substances and practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of the environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position may have supervisory responsibilities in projects.

Reporting Relationship

Reports directly to IMR Project Manager. Inputs into weekly, monthly and quarterly reports.

Working Conditions

This position is considered primarily office work with occasional travel to international on and offshore locations. Project team are Aberdeen based but remote working may be considered.

Full time

Posting Date: 2026-08-06

Subsea Construction Manager employer: Oceaneering International

As a Training Support Administrator, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration and professional growth. Our company offers comprehensive training opportunities, a positive team culture, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on employee development. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements and access to resources that enhance your career journey.

Oceaneering International

Contact Details:

Oceaneering International Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Subsea Construction Manager

Project Management
Leadership
Risk Management
Installation Procedures
Resource Planning
Client Relationship Management
Performance Standards Setting