Senior Manager, Dry Docks

Royal Caribbean Group

. Serve as the single point of contact for all dry-docking planning matters for the RCG fleet .

Posted 4/9/2026full-timeMiami • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the single point of contact for all dry-docking planning matters for the RCG fleet
Act as the central coordination hub between Global Marine Operations (GMO), Brand Deployment, and Newbuilding Revitalizations
Develop and manage long-term strategic relationships with key global shipyards
Maintain forward visibility (5-year horizon) of global dry dock capacity and regional constraints
Lead executive-level engagement with major shipyard partners
Assess shipyard capability relative to vessel class, technical complexity, and revitalization scope
Provide recommendations on shipyard positioning strategy across regions
Monitor geopolitical and regional risks that may impact docking availability
Secure and manage docking slot reservations across the fleet on a rolling multi-year basis
Optimize docking sequencing to reduce operational disruption and repositioning complexity
Act as GMO’s technical representative in support of Procurement during shipyard selection processes
Ensure alignment of dry dock budgets across fleet groups
Develop business cases and total cost of ownership calculations for advancing dockings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture
At least 10 years of experience in Fleet Operations or shipyard environments
Project management qualifications are required; PRINCE2 or PMP certification is advantageous
Management qualifications in project, operations, or strategy add value
Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of dry docking in accordance with industry standards
Demonstrated leadership experience managing internal docking superintendents or external consultants
Direct experience as a project manager for dry-docking operations
Strong understanding of class, flag, and regulatory/statutory requirements
Expertise in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, Visio) and business intelligence tools such as Power BI and MicroStrategy
Ability to manage remote teams and achieve defined objectives
Familiarity with ISO systems, especially ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001
Excellent command of the English language, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster diversity within teams
Assertive, with excellent negotiation skills and a willingness to travel as required
Experience with ERP and/or ship management systems is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Excellent career development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

dry dockingproject managementtotal cost of ownership calculationsshipyard capability assessmentdocking slot reservationsdocking sequencing optimizationfleet operationsgeopolitical risk assessmentclass and regulatory requirementsbusiness case development

Soft Skills

leadershipinterpersonal skillsnegotiation skillsteam managementstrategic relationship managementassertivenesscommunicationfostering diversitycollaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Naval ArchitecturePRINCE2 certificationPMP certification