About the role
AI summarisedServe as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for customers and partners, leading the planning, development, and implementation of new subsea cable projects from initial business requirement through to commissioning.
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Key Responsibilities
- Plan new subsea cable projects in collaboration with joint build partners, customers, and internal teams to define diverse, secure, and practical routes.
- Translate business requirements into detailed engineering specifications by evaluating industry trends, technology, cost optimization, and future-proofing.
- Evaluate optimal cable routes through desktop studies, managing the Invitation to Tender process and vendor selection based on defined metrics.
- Finalize supply contracts with subsea cable vendors through close coordination with joint build partners, legal teams, and stakeholders.
- Drive the implementation of submarine cable systems, including design, manufacturing, and installation activities with vendors and partners.
- Ensure timely readiness of purchaser's deliverable items (permits, cable landing station, fronthaul route, wayleave/lease) by coordinating technical agreements.
- Manage project implementation activities with customers and suppliers, including site surveys, design/build of CLS, installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Secure relevant statutory permits in respective countries for initial installation through proactive follow-up and supplier coordination.
Requirements
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects involving technical and commercial aspects.
- Strong negotiation and contract finalization skills with vendors and partners.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a non-structured environment.
- Superior interpersonal and communication skills for managing diverse groups (customers, suppliers, internal teams).
- Willingness to travel regionally or internationally as required for site assistance.
- Ability to handle after-hours coordinated activities when necessary for project timelines.