Offshore Wind Project Execution Manager

NES Fircroft|Seoul, South Korea|Full-time|Director

We are seeking a seasoned General Manager, Offshore Execution to lead the front-end engineering design (FEED), certification, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale offshore wind projects. This role is critical to ensuring successful and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic input on bidding and EPC contractor selection.
  • Oversee preparation of tender materials and manage the full EPC bidding process.
  • Identify and evaluate contractors and suppliers for design, engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with technical, financial, and HSE requirements.
  • Develop and maintain milestone plans for project execution.
  • Lead and manage Package Managers (WTG, Cable, Foundation, Substation) to ensure safe, timely, and cost-efficient delivery.
  • Establish resource plans and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
  • Monitor EPC planning and proactively address deviations.
  • Manage project interfaces and mitigate risks.
  • Select fabrication yards and marshalling ports.
  • Ensure quality assurance through inspections and compliance checks.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore EPCI project management (preferably offshore wind, or large-scale infrastructure/oil & gas).
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage complex international projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of offshore wind development, procurement processes, and commercial aspects.
  • Excellent English proficiency.


We are looking for an expert who is keen to fully relocate to Korea!

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Key challenge: The role demands a director-level offshore wind EPCI leader with FEED oversight and multi-country EPC execution experience who is willing to relocate to Seoul. The combination of seniority, niche offshore wind expertise, and relocation makes the candidate pool small and highly international, increasing time-to-fill.

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Key Skills
FEED managementEPC/EPCI bidding and contractingOffshore construction and commissioningProcurement and supplier evaluationProject risk management and HSE compliance
Location Radius
Target Korea-based candidates and those in Asia-Pacific open to relocating to Seoul; also consider global candidates in Europe/North America willing to relocate for a long-term leadership role in Korea.
Experience Level
10+ years Prioritize candidates with recent leadership of international offshore EPCI projects, FEED oversight, and successful EPC contract negotiations with Tier 1 contractors, ideally in offshore wind or large-scale infrastructure.

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