Commercial Project Manager (Defense)

TL;DR

Commercial Project Manager (Defense): Managing the commercial success of submarine combat system projects with an accent on contractual conditions, cost management, and stakeholder relations. Focus on negotiating complex international agreements, mitigating commercial risks, and coordinating with global partners.

Location: Onsite in Kongsberg, Norway

Company

hirify.global is a joint venture providing complete Combat Systems for submarines, serving as the exclusive supplier and Design Authority for thyssenkrupp Marine Systems.

What you will do

• Ensure the overall commercial success of projects regarding timing, quality, and cost.
• Define contractual and legal conditions in offers and agreements, acting as deputy to the Project Manager.
• Negotiate with customers, subcontractors, and international partners.
• Manage relationships with end-customers, shipyards, and stakeholders globally.
• Analyze customer requests (CRs, RfIs, RfQs) and transform them into calculated proposals and payment plans.
• Manage and mitigate all commercial risks while providing regular internal and external reporting.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience in the defense sector.
• Proven success in complex technical projects within international teams and governmental/military environments.
• University degree in finance, economics, or business law.
• Fluent written and spoken English is a must.
• Must be qualified to obtain security clearance in accordance with the Norwegian Security Act.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-40%.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in a second international language.
• Previous military service.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to help shape a company in a start-up-like environment within an international context.
• Competitive conditions and a highly flexible work environment.
• Employee share program.
• Employer-supported pension plan.
• Collaboration with highly dedicated and skilled intercultural teams.