Subcontract Manager Shipbuilding
Damen Shipyards (Hamburg)
- Bachelor, Master
- Bedrijfskundig Management, Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Techniek
- Senior
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- Latest update 5/9/2025
- Bagger, Scheepsbouw, Maakindustrie
About the company Damen Shipyards
We are Damen
Damen is a family owned business that stands for fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship. We believe that our oceans, seas, lakes and rivers offer humanity a growing range of possibilities in terms of trade, food, energy and recreation. We provide maritime solutions to meet these opportunities, through design, shipbuilding, ship repair and related services.
In the previous century, we revolutionised shipbuilding with standardisation and serial production. More than ninety years and 6,000 ships later, those pillars are unchanged. Their importance is only growing with the need for increased sustainability and digitalisation. It is our aim to combine our proven standardisation with the innovations of digitalisation to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder.
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We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.
ABOUT US
Get on board with Damen Naval, along with more than 1,200 professionals based in The Netherlands, Romania, and Germany. We are the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group which employs 12,000 professionals globally. Damen Naval designs and builds advanced naval vessels for customers all over the world. With a passion for technological innovation and sustainable solutions, we continue to push the boundaries in naval shipbuilding. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?
THE ROLE
As the Subcontract Manager at Damen Naval, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of for assigned subcontracts within our naval shipbuilding projects. You will be assigned to the prestigious F126 project, where Damen Naval is building new Frigates for the German Navy. In this role you will lead and manage all aspects of assigned parts of the projects to ensure that the project equipment, components and materials are completed and installed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will also facilitate collaboration and interaction with clients and the Damen internal organisation. Good command of the German language is a big plus. You also need to be available for occasional travelling to subcontractors in Germany and the building sites.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
- Manage and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to achieve project objectives, with a focus on timely execution and short- to medium-term goals.
- Ensure full compliance with project requirements and specifications, while effectively managing changes and fostering strong subcontractor relationships.
- Oversee integration activities to guarantee seamless delivery of all project obligations and deliverables.
- Participate in critical quality reviews and milestones, including FAT, HAT, and SAT, to uphold compliance and ensure project excellence.
- Conduct evaluations and analyses to optimize planning and execution, driving efficiency and success.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
- At least 10+ years of proven expertise in managing manufacturing activities for large and complex industry, offshore or naval solutions, preferably in shipbuilding or defense-related industries.
- Possession of IMPA D or an equivalent international project management certification.
- Solid knowledge of engineering principles, including complex Electrical Engineering and Automation systems.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in (technical) business administration, engineering, or another relevant field of study.
- Strong command of English is required, and proficiency in German is highly advantageous due to the nature of the role.
- Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process.
- Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required. Candidates with EU (work) visa or with both an EU and non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible in accordance with the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Damen Naval, we highly value our employees, and we will support your professional and personal development. We also provide our employees with:
- A competitive salary package with Christmas bonus.
- 30 annual leave days.
- A technology and innovation focused, dynamic, international work environment.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- An active social environment in terms of business culture, events, and sports.
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Are you interested in this position, please submit your application with your CV and cover letter, along with an indication of:
- Your (preferred) monthly gross salary based on fulltime work.
- Availability (fulltime / part-time / number of hours).
- Notice period / possible starting date.
For more information about this vacancy or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment department via +31 118 485 000.
Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.
A pre-employment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.
Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal request is not appreciated and they will not be considered.
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