V.Group
Underwater Contracts Manager
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Location Country United Kingdom
Work Location Southampton
Who are V?
As a global leader in ship management and marine services, we add value to a vessel’s operations. Operating around the clock and around the world, V. gives every client the quality and efficiency they need in every sector. Covering crew management and recruitment, quality ship management and technical services, together with supporting management and commercial services, V. has an unrivalled industry knowledge with performance assured. Our values, We Care, We Collaborate, We Challenge, We are Consistent, We Commit and Deliver, are at the heart of everything we do and they support our strategy of Investing in Talent. We are always interested in making contact with talented individuals - people who will demonstrate our values and deliver great service, for internal and external stakeholders.
Overall Purpose of The Job
- Ensure all SALMO Tasks are delivered in full compliance with contractual requirements, KPIs, the SeaTec Quality Management System, Group policies, and applicable marine industry standards.
- Provide leadership and accountability for the financial performance, service delivery, quality assurance, and health & safety of projects, consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
- Manage and develop the support team, providing clear direction, performance oversight, and guidance to ensure effective service delivery.
- Coordinate with wider operations to prevent clash of resources.
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Key Responsibilities And Tasks
- Accountable for the successful delivery of the SALMO Underwater Engineering Services (UES) contract, ensuring all contractual obligations are met.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee all Tasks Authorisation Forms (TAFs) issued under the SALMO UES contract.
- Lead the monitoring of technical and financial performance, ensuring alignment with contractual KPIs and driving continuous improvement.
- Manage cost control and commercial performance, maximising gross margin across all UES contract activities.
- Oversee the delivery of Social Value commitments, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and organisational objectives.
- Manage CONDO compliance.
- Chair regular contract review meetings with the UES client, ensuring effective communication, governance, and accurate documentation of actions and minutes.
- Manage financial governance across the wider SeaTec Underwater UK business, including ownership of monthly profit and loss reporting and coordination with the Finance team, including personnel overtime tracking.
- Facilitate onboarding and performance management of suppliers, ensuring compliance with company standards and contractual expectations.
- Drive and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing processes, efficiency, and service delivery.
- Provide line management and leadership to Operations Coordinators and Operations Administrators, supporting their performance, development, and engagement.
- Work closely with the Operations Manager and the Operations Team.
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What can I expect in return?
V. Group can offer you a market leading salary and benefits package, in addition to significant opportunities for career growth and personal development. This a great opportunity to join a true leader in the maritime sector - a company that has exciting plans for future growth.
Essential
- Knowledge of underwater engineering services.
- Hold a recognised Project Management qualification commensurate with the position.
- Computer literate with knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office Professional (including MS Project), also knowledge of bespoke design software i.e. AutoCAD, Mathcad, FEA.
- Eligibility for Security Clearance up to UK Secret.
- In-depth knowledge of financial business administration and earned value management.
- 10+ years engineering industry experience within a commercial/ financial management position.
Desirable
- Experience in afloat ship repair on inshore/offshore diving projects.
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