Installation Manager

Job Title: Installation Manager

Location: Jingjiang city, Jiangsu Province, China

Who are we recruiting for?

We are supporting a pioneering clean technology company transforming the maritime industry through advanced wind-assisted propulsion systems. With a strong presence in the UK and China, the company is at the forefront of decarbonising global shipping and driving innovation across international retrofit and newbuilding projects.

What will you be doing?

• Overseeing the installation phase of marine engineering projects, from equipment delivery through commissioning and handover.
• Developing detailed installation plans aligned with the wider project scope and timelines.
• Managing cross-functional teams and coordinating stakeholders including clients, shipyards, and classification societies.
• Leading installation execution, monitoring progress, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with HSE and quality standards.
• Controlling project budgets and ensuring profitable delivery.
• Supporting continuous team development in a matrix management setup.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• 10+ years’ experience in project management within the marine, shipyard, or retrofit sectors.
• Proven experience working with shipowners, yards, and classification bodies.
• Hands-on experience managing installations, preferably in international environments.
• Degree in Mechanical/Marine/Electrical Engineering or Naval Architecture.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin (minimum CET4).
• Willing to travel globally and occasionally sail onboard vessels.
• Project Management qualifications preferred.

What’s in it for you?

• Work for a company driving sustainability and real environmental impact.
• International exposure and responsibility on major global retrofit projects.
• Career development and leadership opportunities in a growing business.
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on innovation and decarbonisation.

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world, specialising in Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. A proportion of all our profits supports Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable renewable energy solutions in vulnerable communities.