Senior Consultant II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Deliver high-level technical expertise and project leadership for consulting engagements in marine and offshore sectors.

• Perform surveys, assessments, and inspections of vessels and offshore facilities, focusing on hull integrity, machinery, electrical systems, navigation tools, structural stability, and operational readiness.

• Execute audits of safety management systems and conduct gap analyses in accordance with national and international standards and regulations.

• Undertake investigations of marine casualties, damages, and incidents, producing technical findings and recommendations.

• Establish project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource needs.

• Oversee projects from initiation to planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure.

• Engage in discussions with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.

• Carry out research, technical evaluations, risk assessments, and data analysis.

• Draft technical reports, feasibility studies, presentations, and other project-related deliverables.

• Track project performance and ensure accountability for quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.

• Manage several assignments simultaneously, adjusting priorities based on evolving business and client demands.

• Utilize marine and offshore engineering knowledge, regulatory frameworks, and industry practices.

• Assess compliance with statutory, regulatory, and industry standards.

• Offer practical engineering solutions to intricate technical and operational challenges.

• Stay informed about maritime and offshore regulations, emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

• Cultivate and maintain client relationships while identifying further consulting and business development opportunities.

• Assist with proposals, technical presentations, conferences, and other business development efforts.

• Represent ABS Group during client interactions, industry events, and technical forums.

• Mentor and coach junior consultants, facilitating the transfer of technical knowledge.

• Identify opportunities for process, service delivery, and operational efficiency enhancements.

• Take part in innovation, continuous improvement, and organizational change initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 8–10 years of relevant experience in marine, offshore, engineering, consulting, surveying, or a related field.

• Experience in managing marine and offshore engineering projects is preferred.

• Familiarity with conducting marine surveys, audits, investigations, or related assessments is preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of ISO standards 9001, 14001, and 45001 is required.

• Understanding of the International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention (ISM Code) is required.

• Advanced understanding of marine and offshore engineering principles, vessel systems, marine structures, offshore facilities, and industry operational practices.

• Knowledgeable about marine surveying, risk management, technical investigations, and safety management systems.

• Familiarity with relevant maritime regulations, international standards, and compliance requirements.

• Capability to analyze complex technical information and devise practical, risk-based solutions.

• Excellent technical writing and presentation abilities.

• Competence to independently manage project responsibilities and deliver high-quality results with attention to detail.

• Strong judgment, decision-making skills, and a commitment to quality.

• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment.

• Accountability for project results, commitments, and client satisfaction.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for explaining technical concepts to varied audiences.

• Ability to actively listen, gather information, ask insightful questions, and collaboratively address challenges.

• Proficiency in developing and sustaining productive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.

• Capability to acquire, retain, apply, and convey technical knowledge effectively.

• Ability to mentor, coach, and support less experienced consultants.

• Capacity to positively influence outcomes through collaboration, technical leadership, and professional credibility.

• Understanding of project financial performance, budget management, and business objectives.

• Ability to identify new business opportunities and contribute to growth initiatives.

• Aptitude for recognizing opportunities for process improvements and driving departmental efficiencies.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing business conditions and support organizational change initiatives.

• Willingness to travel regularly, approximately 50% or more, to client locations.

• Capability to perform physical activities, including walking and climbing, at client sites.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance (PPO and HD)

• Dental and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)

• Life insurance

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

• Disability leave programs

• Parental leave program

• Paid holidays

• Paid vacation time

• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), offering personal wellness and work-life services

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements

• Remote work arrangement