Heavy Lift Operations Manager

Job Description Summary

The Heavy Lift Operations Manager is responsible to manage and oversee the heavy lift suppliers' package and the port operation crew including but not limited to load in operation tower section upending & pre-assembly lifting, load out operations, reverse logistic and make sure that they are completed safely, on time, and to the expected level of quality, while respecting the project's budget.

You will be responsible of a team of field supervisors to ensure the completeness of the operation on site.

You will be part of the Project Management Office (PMO)-Marshalling Harbor department-in a cross-functional role with the different leads present at the Nigg Port and with a close cooperation with the M&E Package Manager, reporting directly to the Hub Manager. He/she may also be required to cover additional missions for the project to support and prepare other Port Installations during their mobilization phase
You will demonstrate excellent organization and communication skills, acting proactively, with an in-depth knowledge in the field of heavy logistics management.

The position will be based in the Greater Inverness Area for the Dogger Bank project from November 2025 until project completion. Part of the onboarding process would require spending some time with the Able Seaton site team to get the lessons learned and GE culture/ operations

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Be the primary point of contact and administrate the Heavy Lift contract with the support of the Site Contract Manager. Ensure that operations are carried out on time, at the expected level of quality and within budget, placing a strong emphasis on timely loading of the installation vessel.
• Management of vessel and berthing with vessel agents, monitor berthing, arrival, and departure times
• Organize the load-in operation, storage, delivery to pre-assembly and to load out for the transport and lifting.
• Support and participate in the planning of the project execution including the quality plan and the management of the tools.
• Train and lead field supervisors team members daily activities.
• Perform activities in accordance with the plan of the day and lookaheads.
• Address Marine Warranty Surveyors requirements and requests for clarifications related to the Marshalling Harbor operations.
• Review, comment and validate documentation such as RAMS, lift plans, reports. Control the timely publication of the documentation and progress reports.
• Participate in the preparation of progress reports to be submitted to the client.
• Prepare and provide internal reports, including financial estimates, quality cost tracking and continuous improvement analysis.
• Review and approve time and cost impacts resulting from client requests and involving a change in project scope.
• Inform the Hub Manager and Installation Manager of any major problem affecting commercial, contractual, or planning aspects.
• Participate in the risk assessment of the project and the development and application of appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Support the Site Safety & environmental initiatives in collaboration with the GE stakeholders.
• Support the conduct of environmental and site safety initiatives in collaboration with the EHS Manager and Hub Manager.
• Ensure that the DPR & Service Max is daily updated with the right level of information.
• Undertake other tasks as requested by the PMO, including providing feedback aimed at improving the management of Port Facilities around the world.

• Wealth of Logistical Project Management experience
• Ability to manage a range of tasks with varying time pressures, prioritize demanding workloads and pay attention to detail
• Knowledge of transport and lifting local regulations
• Strong commitment to EHS rules and regulations
• Team leadership experience with large multi-functional teams

• Experienced with DNV-GL ST N001
• Excellent ability to communicate at all levels
• Highly motivated, committed to the good execution of the project
• Good interpersonal skills to bridge internal and external customers
• Proven ability working transversally in the organization, engaging different functions
• Strong quality awareness and ability to identify future failures, defects, and problems
• Working knowledge of commercial contracts
• Working knowledge of site mobilization and constructability
• Experience in port operations with multinational team and subcontractor workforce
• Proven experience on risk management and mitigation plans