Arno Böttner

Project Manager Newbuilding

Buxtehude, Lower Saxony, Germany

About

Currently working as a Project Manager – Newbuilding, I manage vessel construction at the shipyard through to delivery. I act as the interface between owner and yard, coordinating activities, tracking progress, and ensuring compliance with technical requirements, schedule, and milestones. Previously, as a Technical Superintendent, I was responsible for commissioning single- and multi-engine systems, including controls, PLCs, and auxiliary equipment, as well as supporting class inspections and sea trials. I also coordinated commissioning teams on site. I started my career onboard container vessels, gaining hands-on experience in maintenance, metal works, and ship operations.

Experience

  • German Tanker Shipping Group (4 yrs 5 mos)
    • Project Manager Newbuilding
      Dec 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    • Hybrid
      Present

      I manage a tanker newbuilding project at the shipyard through construction, commissioning, and final delivery. Acting as the main interface between owner and yard, I coordinate project activities, monitor progress against the schedule, and ensure alignment with technical requirements and key milestones. My role includes tracking budget and risks, following up on engineering and construction topics, and supporting commissioning and sea trials. The focus is on keeping the project on track, resolving issues efficiently, and ensuring a smooth and timely delivery of the vessel.

    • Technical/ Nautical Superintendent
      Jul 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

    • Bremen, Germany
      Present

  • Commissioning Engineer at MAN Energy Solutions
    Jul 2018 - Jun 2022 · 4 yrs

    Schiffsantrieb, Schiffstechnik and +2 skills

  • Schiffsmechaniker at Hapag-Lloyd AG
    Sep 2011 - May 2014 · 2 yrs 9 mos