Project Manager - Japan
Company Overview
A Japan-based offshore wind operations & maintenance (O&M) service provider established through a partnership between a major general trading company and Japan wind turbine maintenance firms. Leveraging global know-how, domestic operational experience, and strong industry networks, the company delivers comprehensive geophysical survey, maintenance, and offshore construction support services. Its mission is to support the safe, sustainable future of Japan's offshore wind sector by providing high-quality, risk-aware, long-term O&M solutions.
Position Overview (Project Managerプロジェクトマネージャー)
The Project Manager oversees the development and delivery of offshore wind O&M and subsea-related services. This role drives end-to-end project execution-from proposal creation and client negotiation to contract closing and operational delivery-while coordinating internal and external stakeholders for successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning, proposal development, negotiation, and execution of:
- Offshore cable-laying support services（海底ケーブル敷設支援）
- O&M service packages for offshore wind assets
- Serve as overall project lead, managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
- Coordinate stakeholder interests across clients, partners, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Contribute to building long-term O&M frameworks for offshore wind developers.
- Support the design of safe, efficient workflows aligned with global best practices.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Fluent Japanese and English communication skills.
- Current residing in Japan or holds valid Japanese working visa
- Relevant experience in marine construction, offshore operations, O&M services, or general contractors.
- Strong client-facing negotiation experience.
- Ability to manage multi-stakeholder technical projects.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1st-class Civil Construction Management Engineer（1級土木施工管理技士）.
- Offshore vessel experience is highly appreciated.
- Experience in offshore cable installation or WTG O&M services.
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