Job purpose

The Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator (Newbuilds) is responsible for supporting the effective planning, coordination, and delivery of newbuild and major capital projects. The role assists the Newbuild & Projects Manager and the Group Head of Technical and Operations by ensuring robust project controls, timely reporting, and smooth coordination with internal and external stakeholders, while adhering to company standards and project management best practices.

Main Duties & Responsibilities of the Role

• Prepare, maintain, and communicate detailed project plans, manuals, handover documentation, and close-out reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain project schedules; lead regular reviews to monitor progress and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Track and report against project budgets; prepare draft contract variations and maintain variations logs.
• Manage documentation and records in line with the company SharePoint structure and project management principles.
• Provide coordination support for business development activities, including tender submissions, specification reviews, and ship inspections.
• Oversee assigned sub-projects and provide day-to-day direction for third-party construction managers under the guidance of the Project Manager or Group Head.
• Handle technical queries by liaising with subject matter experts and external supervision providers.
• Support implementation and maintenance of project controls, including preparation of monthly reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare meeting minutes, conference call records, and maintain project communication channels.
• Manage 3rd party supervision and plan approval providers.
• Maintain and update risk management tools; organise and facilitate regular risk reviews.
• Monitor procurement and delivery of Owner Furnished Equipment (OFE) to ensure timely arrival at the shipyard.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in project coordination or project management; large capital projects in the marine industry preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Solid understanding of project controls, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Proven analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with SharePoint preferred.
• Experience working within multinational teams comprising internal employees, contractors, and third-party service providers.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Attitude & disposition

• Proactive and self-motivated; takes initiative without waiting for direction.
• Displays a collaborative, team-oriented approach; builds strong working relationships across diverse teams.
• Demonstrates a high level of accountability, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• Flexible and adaptable in handling changing priorities and project demands.
• Positive and professional when interacting with clients, partners, and colleagues.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks effectively.

Purus is an Equal Opportunity Provider.