Project Management & Owner’s Representation
Independent, engineering-led oversight for new construction, refits, and complex yacht projects. We protect the owner’s interests by reducing technical and contractual risk and ensuring work is executed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, budgets, and schedules. Our role is to provide clear, objective judgment where technical, commercial, and operational factors intersect.
Independent Technical and Contractual Oversight
Yacht construction and refit projects involve multiple parties with differing priorities: owners, shipyards, designers, integrators, vendors, and financiers. Without independent oversight, assumptions go untested, interfaces are missed, and risks shift to the owner.
Early, engineering-led involvement clarifies scope, design intent, and commercial terms before commitments are made. This reduces the likelihood of cost overruns, disputes, delays, and rework. We review technical and contractual inputs together, focusing on buildability, integration, lifecycle implications, and realistic delivery expectations.
Owner’s Representation
We act as the owner’s technical representative throughout the project. Our role is to:
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Act solely in the owner’s best interest
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Coordinate shipyards, designers, engineers, consultants, and vendors
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Review technical scope, drawings, and specifications for consistency and completeness
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Monitor schedule, progress, and execution risk against agreed milestones
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Evaluate proposed changes and their technical, commercial, and operational impact
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Ensure work remains aligned with approved plans, specifications, and contracts
We bridge the gap between technical detail, contractual language, and practical operation, providing the owner with clear, defensible information.
New Yacht Construction Oversight
New build projects require disciplined control of technical scope, integration, and execution quality. We provide:
- Technical review of design and construction documents
- Support with shipyard evaluation and selection from an engineering perspective
- Contract and scope review focused on technical risk and practical deliverability
- On-site or milestone-based oversight during key phases of construction
- Quality control, compliance monitoring, and sea trial support
Our emphasis is on structural integrity, systems performance, safety, reliability, and maintainability—not aesthetics or sales. We work alongside the build team to identify issues early and to support fact-based resolution.
Refit & Conversion Project Management
Refits, conversions, and upgrades introduce additional complexity due to existing conditions and legacy systems. We support owners and project teams with:
- Condition assessment and feasibility review
- Scope definition, phasing, and prioritization
- Shipyard and contractor coordination
- Technical oversight during installation, integration, and commissioning
- Final inspection, documentation review, and readiness assessment
Our focus is on risk management, system integration, and practicality. We help ensure that modifications are coherent, serviceable, and compatible with the vessel’s operational profile and regulatory framework.
How we work
Our approach is engineering-led and independent. We accept a limited number of engagements to maintain direct involvement from senior technical personnel. Our work is guided by objective analysis, documented assumptions, and traceable decisions. We do not sell products or represent shipyards. Our role is to identify risk early, test key assumptions, and provide defensible technical judgment that owners, legal teams, and insurers can rely on.
Engage Early. Reduce Risk.
Effective owner’s representation and project management begin before major commitments are made. If you are considering a new build, refit, or complex modification, we recommend engaging early to review scope, technical assumptions, and risk allocation. Contact us to discuss how independent, engineering-led oversight can support your project.