Survey Operations Manager

We are Subsea7, a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. We make offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy.

At Subsea7, we are looking for people who think differently. We want people who can bring new ideas and who are willing to take on challenges that will enable us to make a positive impact on a global stage.

In turn we will lift you up and encourage you to go further. Onshore or offshore, embark on a journey of opportunities, continuous learning and development.

Start your journey with us today.

Title: Survey Operations Manager

Location:Houston, US

Job Closing Date: 03 July 2025

What will you be doing?

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Survey Operations Manager to join our team at our office in Houston, Texas.

What will you be doing?

Lead Survey Support Across Projects – Provide technical and operational input throughout the SURF/IRM project lifecycle, from tender to execution.

Drive Collaboration & Coordination – Work closely with internal teams, clients, and third-party providers to align on personnel, equipment, and project needs.

Own Project Readiness – Develop procedures, attend briefings, and ensure smooth mobilisations, calibrations, and offshore operations.

Ensure Quality & Compliance – Manage deliverables, oversee service providers, and uphold standards to meet client expectations on time and within budget.

Champion Innovation – Identify opportunities to enhance survey processes and technologies, sharing insights and lessons learned across teams.

What experience would we like you to have?

Please note, if you don’t tick all the boxes below but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience, we’re looking for, please do consider applying. We would encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience.

Experience in subsea construction and IMR operations, with demonstrable understanding of current techniques and technologies in subsea ROV based positioning, measurement and mapping.

Strong project planning and execution skills, with the ability to manage workloads independently while maintaining a focus on safety and quality.

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, both written and verbal, with a proactive and team-oriented mindset.

Proficiency in business tools, including Microsoft Word and Excel, to support reporting and project documentation.

Adaptable and dependable, with flexibility to meet operational demands across varying schedules and locations.

What do we offer?

Career development – with access to a range of learning and development opportunities, as well as being part of a culture that encourages growth and development

Flexible working – lots of our people work flexibly in different ways. Whether it’s hybrid, part-time or flexitime working. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but let’s have a discussion to see how we can make it work.

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave/adoption leave

A fantastic benefits package – which includes a generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, discounted health and wellbeing packages, electric car salary sacrifice scheme and more.

Who are we?

We are Subsea7, a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. We make offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy.

At Subsea7, we are looking for people who think differently. We want people who can bring new ideas and who are willing to take on challenges that will enable us to make a positive impact on a global stage.

In turn we will lift you up and encourage you to go further. Onshore or offshore, embark on a journey of opportunities, continuous learning and development.

Start your journey with us today.

What experience would we like you to have?

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.

You may be prompted to set up a profile with us. It’s quick and easy to do. Or, if you have already created a profile with us, simply log in and submit your application.

Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application:

Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role.

We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It’s your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team.

Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission

Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps.

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.

You may be prompted to set up a profile with us. It’s quick and easy to do. Or, if you have already created a profile with us, simply log in and submit your application.

Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application:

Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps.

To find out more about Subsea7 visit our website here

Nearest Major Market: Houston