Sub-Project Manager – Quality / QA (m/f/d).

Sub-Project Manager – Quality / QA (Naval Programmes)

Wilhelmshaven OR Emden, Germany | Hybrid | Contract to December 2030

We’re supporting a leading German shipyard in hiring a Quality-focused Sub-Project Manager to support delivery on a major naval programme.

This role combines quality assurance, client interaction, and project coordination, making it ideal for candidates with experience in regulated, high-spec environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess technical specifications, inspection documentation, and related materials
• Plan, conduct, and support acceptance tests in collaboration with:
  • Clients
  • Subcontractors (UANs)
  • Public sector stakeholders
• Carry out quality inspections of:
  • Products
  • Components
  • Materials
  • Including inspections at subcontractor facilities
• Prepare and maintain:
  • Inspection reports
  • Quality documentation
  • Deviation and non-conformance reports
• Act as the key interface between clients, internal departments, and project management teams
• Support the continuous improvement of quality processes and ensure compliance with applicable standards
• Ensure adherence to:
  • Document management systems (DMS)
  • Relevant defence/public sector regulations (e.g. Bundeswehr standards)
  • Classification society requirements (e.g. DNV)

Requirements

• Technician or Master-level qualification in a relevant technical field, such as:
  • Ship operations / maritime studies
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Electrical engineering
• Several years of experience in:
  • Technical project coordination, or
  • Planning roles within engineering environments
• Strong background in quality assurance and/or quality control
• Ability to interpret and work with:
  • Technical drawings
  • Bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Engineering documentation
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Good knowledge of applicable standards and classification rules (e.g. DNV)
• Experience working with public sector or defence clients is highly desirable
• Fluent in German and English
• Willingness to travel (approx. 25%)

What’s Offered

• Long-term involvement in a major defence programme running through to 2030
• Stable working environment with structured development opportunities
• Attractive benefits package, including:
  • 35-hour working week
  • Flexible hours and hybrid working options
  • Additional standard company benefits