Technology Manager

Job Description

Assists and advises the organization to ensure ABS services and capabilities are identified, developed and implemented to the benefit of the organization.

What You Will Do:

• Identify emerging industry and regulatory needs and recommend development of product / service development projects.
• Develop business cases for new projects based on collaboration / feedback and as directed for new projects.
• Establish partnerships with maritime research institutions, shipyards, and technology vendors to pursue joint development projects and government-funded research opportunities.
• Develop and execute R&D projects focused on maritime robotics, underwater/surface UAV’s, autonomous vessels, and smart shipping technologies
• Work with ABS senior management and peers and, where appropriate supervise direct reports, to achieve:
• Alignment of projects with corporate, business unit, Technology and product strategy.
• Development of business cases / project proposals / product strategy and marketing tools;
• Awareness and communication of competitor and business intelligence;
• Detailed planning of the technical scope and schedule of projects for development;
• Execution of technical development, the approval of deliverables and implementation of projects;
• Participation in Committee meetings for review and approval of projects;
• Monitoring projects for timely delivery within budget and to improve project development efficiency; and
• Development and coordination of corporate responses on key client issues as requested within domain expertise;
• Communicate the best use of new technologies, services and products to internal and external stakeholders.
• Enhance client-facing efforts through the communication of capabilities to ABS business development and engineering/survey staff, clients and external organizations.
• Evaluate any direct reports performance on project development and provide feedback to the Director/VP.
  
  

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent in Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture. Masters or PhD in appropriate pertinent discipline preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Practical experience and knowledge in classification, marine & offshore industry / technologies and client relationships.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in use of MS Office applications and high level of familiarity with web based services. Ability to learn additional applications as required.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to organize, manage and motivate personnel. Be able to assume a high level of individual responsibility.
• Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System.
• 10+ years of experience preferred
  
  

Reporting Relationships

May report to a Director or Executive level position.

About Us

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs