Offshore Installation Manager

Summary: The Offshore Installation Manager will oversee the Transport & Installation (T&I) campaign for a major offshore wind project in Scotland, ensuring the safe and efficient execution of cable laying and related operations. This role involves leading offshore teams, managing marine logistics, and enforcing health and safety standards throughout the project. The manager will also be responsible for coordinating with various work packages and monitoring project progress. A strong background in offshore wind installation and relevant certifications is essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution delivery for Transport & Installation (T&I) campaign of export cables, including load-out, transport, cable laying, burial, pull-ins, and termination/testing.
• Lead and coordinate offshore installation teams and contractor personnel on cable lay vessels, trenching vessels, and support craft.
• Oversee the safe marine transport of cables and equipment from storage/load-out ports to the offshore site, ensuring compliance with handling procedures and marine warranty requirements.
• Ensure the T&I contractor executes the works in line with the Installation Procedure, method statements, risk assessments, and project schedule.
• Proactively secure interfaces to related work packages to de-risk package scope.
• Monitor marine coordination, DP operations, and vessel performance throughout all offshore operations.
• Manage interface and sequencing with other offshore scopes (e.g., foundations, offshore substations, array cables).
• Uphold and enforce HSE standards, including Permit to Work (PTW), toolbox talks, emergency drills, and incident reporting.
• Drive progress tracking and reporting (daily progress reports, KPI monitoring, HSE reporting) to the onshore execution team.
• Support offshore readiness reviews, walk-to-work (W2W) planning, weather windows assessments, and marine operations planning.
• Be accountable for offshore execution risk management and mitigation measures in line with the project risk register.

Key Skills:

• Certification in GWO (Global Wind Organization) training, BOSIET, or equivalent offshore safety training is preferred.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Significant experience in offshore wind farm installation, particularly in export cable transport and installation (T&I).
• Proven track record as an Offshore Installation Manager, Cable Package Rep, or similar offshore leadership role.
• Certified for offshore work: BOSIET / GWO, OGUK / ENG1 medical, and relevant STCW or marine safety certifications.
• Strong technical knowledge of subsea cable handling, vessel operations (DP2/DP3), and marine logistics.
• Familiar with marine warranty surveyor (MWS) requirements, load-out operations, and offshore project documentation.
• Solid understanding of HSE regulations, CDM, LOLER, PUWER, and environmental controls.
• Effective communicator and leader with excellent organizational and coordination skills.
• Willingness to work on a rotational offshore schedule (e.g., 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off).
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Marine Operations, or a related technical discipline is a plus.

Salary (Rate): £750/day

City: Edinburgh

Country: Scotland

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other