Consultant ii, senior

The Senior Marine Consultant provides advanced technical expertise and project leadership for marine and offshore consulting engagements to ensure quality services are delivered on schedule and within budget to meet client requirements. As a senior member of the consulting team, the incumbent serves as a subject matter expert in marine and offshore engineering, vessel and facility assessments, safety management systems, regulatory compliance, and technical investigations. The Senior Marine Consultant develops and maintains client relationships, supports business development activities, mentors less experienced consultants, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and client service delivery.

What You Do:

Provide advanced technical expertise and project leadership on consulting engagements to ensure quality services are delivered on schedule and within budget while meeting customer requirements.

• Conduct vessel and offshore facility surveys, assessments, and inspections related to hull, machinery, electrical systems, navigation equipment, structural integrity, and operational readiness.
• Conduct safety management system (SMS) audits and gap assessments against applicable national and international standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform marine casualty, damage, and incident investigations and develop technical findings and recommendations.
• Assist in defining project scope, objectives, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Manage assigned projects through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closeout phases.
• Participate in client, project team, and stakeholder meetings.
• Conduct research, technical evaluations, risk assessments, and data analysis to support project objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, presentations, and other project deliverables.
• Monitor project performance and maintain accountability for quality, timeliness, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously and adjust priorities to meet changing business and client needs.

Apply specialized knowledge of marine and offshore engineering principles, regulatory frameworks, and industry practices.

• Maintain expertise in international maritime and offshore regulations, including requirements established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other governing authorities.
• Evaluate compliance with applicable statutory, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Provide practical engineering solutions to complex technical and operational challenges.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices applicable to marine and offshore operations.

Develop and maintain strong client relationships to support customer satisfaction and business growth.

• Collaborate with clients to understand needs, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions.
• Actively listen, gather relevant information, and formulate recommendations that support client objectives.
• Identify opportunities for additional consulting services and support development of new business opportunities.
• Support proposal development, technical presentations, conference participation, and other business development activities.
• Represent ABS Group professionally in client-facing interactions, industry events, and technical forums.

Contribute to organizational effectiveness through mentoring, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Mentor and coach junior consultants and facilitate the transfer of technical knowledge across the consulting team.
• Share subject matter expertise and lessons learned to support employee development and organizational capability.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, service delivery, and operational efficiencies within the department.
• Participate in initiatives supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and organizational change.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve departmental and business objectives.

What You Will Need:

Education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree (in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8-10 years of relevant marine, offshore, engineering, consulting, surveying, or related industry Experience managing marine and offshore engineering projects preferred.
• Experience conducting marine surveys, audits, investigations, or related assessments experience preferred.

It would Be Nice If You Had:

• Extensive knowledge of ISO standards 9001; 14001 and 45001 as well as the International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention (ISM Code) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Advanced knowledge of marine and offshore engineering principles, vessel systems, marine structures, offshore facilities, and industry operating practices.
• Knowledge of marine surveying, risk management, technical investigations, and safety management systems.
• Knowledge of applicable maritime regulations, international standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to analyze complex technical information and develop practical, risk-based solutions.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to independently manage project responsibilities and deliver high-quality work products with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, decision-making ability, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic consulting environment.
• Accountability for project outcomes, commitments, and customer satisfaction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to actively listen, gather information, ask probing questions, and collaboratively solve problems.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Ability to gain, retain, and apply technical knowledge and effectively transfer knowledge to others.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support the development of less experienced consultants.
• Ability to influence positive 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 business growth initiatives.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and drive efficiencies across the department.
• Ability to adapt to changing business conditions and support organizational change initiatives.

Travel requirements:

While the position is remote, regular travel (50%+) to client sites is a core part of the role.

Salary Range:

Base salary of $110,000 - $120,000 per year.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to a manager, director, or executive level position

Working Conditions:

Work will normally be performed in an office environment and/or require visits to client sites, which may include manufacturing plants, remote field sites or structures. Client sitework will be of a non-manual nature but may require physical activity including walking and climbing.

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.

About Our Benefits

ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, 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, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

The ABS Group of Companies 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.