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Job Description

Faststream is pleased to be supporting a well-established international yacht building and engineering company with operations in Western Australia and China, in the search for an experienced Project Manager, to be based in Jiangmen (30-40 minutes' drive away from Zhuhai, China). The organisation is recognised for delivering high-performance superyachts with cutting-edge design and is currently expanding its product range.
 
Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, this role will take full ownership of one or multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery across cost, schedule, quality, risk, and procurement.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring vessels and related products meet contractual specifications
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time and on-budget completion
  • Oversee subcontractors and coordinate all project resources
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Liaise with classification societies and flag authorities
  • Drive quality assurance and quality control across all project phases
  • Resolve design and construction challenges, providing strong leadership and direction
  • Proactively identify and mitigate project risks
  • Oversee all project deliverables, including documentation and training
  • Provide regular progress updates and reports to senior management
  • Manage project budgets, cost control, and financial reporting
  • Promote continuous improvement and cost optimisation initiatives
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years of project management experience within the shipbuilding or yacht building industry (aluminium vessel experience preferred)
  • Formal project management qualifications are advantageous
  • Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and dispute resolution skills
  • Experience in contract management and working with suppliers and subcontractors
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working in multicultural environments
  • Fluent in both English and Mandarin
  • A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Phoebe Woo EA Reg No: R25142324
Faststream Recruitment Pte Ltd, EA License no: 09C3403