Senior Project Manager, Grand Bahama (Expat)

About the role

CTL Maritime, part of the MSC Group, is building cruise terminals and destinations worldwide. The Senior Project Manager, Grand Bahama reports to the Director of Construction and manages the routine and strategic functions of engineering and construction at the Freeport Harbour site. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from drawing reviews and permitting to delivery, and requires living in Freeport at least 5 days per week.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the project management team and coordinate technical scope, staffing, procurement, logistics, schedules and budgets
• Manage consultants, contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects and other stakeholders
• Review, coordinate and approve contracts, drawings, plans, specifications and construction documents
• Develop and track budgets, review invoices and pay applications, and manage project schedules and change management
• Oversee Design-Build and Guaranteed Maximum Price delivery methods, and prepare construction cost estimates
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, environmental requirements and quality standards
• Identify and report project risks, negotiate with vendors and contractors, and secure permits and approvals
• Prepare progress reports, meetings minutes and executive presentations, conduct site inspections, manage punch lists and close-out, and coordinate O&M handover

Required profile

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant project management experience
• Experience in amusement park resort development and/or private destination islands, remote island settings; cruise industry project development highly desirable
• Experience with large-scale projects in The Bahamas and with construction phasing during active operations is a plus
• University degree in Engineering or Architecture
• Experience in Design-Build and alternative delivery methods such as Guaranteed Maximum Price
• PMP or equivalent certification a plus
• Ability to relocate to Freeport, Grand Bahama, or a 4-5 days per week presence or 8/2 weeks rotation; work permit provided if required

Required skills

• Extensive budget and schedule management for construction projects
• Knowledge of design and construction requirements in island and hurricane-prone areas
• Knowledge of construction materials, equipment and means and methods
• MS Office Suite, MS Project and project management software
• Fluent English; additional languages a plus