Boats New Construction Manager

Overview

As Boats New Construction Manager, you will oversee certification activities for new build small vessels under 24m, spanning commercial, unmanned (ROUV) and naval sectors. You’ll advise clients and coordinate with builders to ensure compliance with relevant codes and regulations, shaping project outcomes from construction through delivery. The role combines technical leadership with client-facing stewardship in a Bristol-based niche center. You’ll engage across yards and teams to enable safe, compliant vessel new builds.

Pay / Benefits

• professional development programmes
• collaborative working environment
• permanent full-time role
• values-driven culture
• inclusive recruitment
• supportive organization for growth

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage certification activities for new-build vessels from construction to delivery
• Provide specialist guidance on code of practice surveys, repairs and alterations
• Create and manage work proposals and contracts on behalf of LR
• Support LR service delivery teams within the sector
• Engage with clients at yards and on-site to gather and relay technical information
• Liaise with Designers, Naval Architects, Shipyards and Suppliers on regulatory matters
• Ensure projects comply with international codes and standards for small/specialist craft
• Lead and coordinate activities while maintaining high professional and ethical standards
• Maintain awareness of evolving autonomous and unmanned vessel technologies

Key requirements

• Degree qualified engineer (or equivalent) with professional institution membership (I. Eng or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of class, statutory surveys and international codes for small vessels
• Experience in certifying new build craft and familiarity with naval/specialist sectors
• Ability to work under professional codes of conduct and LR ethics (IMS01)
• Good written and spoken English with professional terminology
• Ability to obtain UK SC security clearance
• Proven project management and client liaison capabilities
• Experience with uncrewed/autonomous vessels is advantageous
• Willingness to travel to yards and meet clients in the field

• Teamwork and collaboration in multicultural environments
• Structured communication and ability to present technical concepts clearly
• Problem solving and timely decision making
• Regulatory compliance knowledge for small/specialist craft
• Code of practice surveys, repairs, and alterations
• Knowledge of international codes and standards applicable to small vessels

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