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Seagoing experience preferable, howev- er not necessary.

Job Conditions: ¦

Normal office working conditions onshore. ¦

Up to four months at sea aboard a ship in close quarters. ¦

Physical requirements for mobilizing and demobilizing a vessel can be strenuous. ¦

International travel, often to remote loca- tions. ¦

Pre-employment physical and drug screen (required).

Company

Pioneering research and proven develop- ment of advanced technology make Fugro

Seafloor Surveys, Inc. (FSSI) an industry leader. Our expert technical team offers a wide range of skills used to develop cost- and time-effective solutions for specific projects.

We combine extensive field experience and commitment to state-of-the-art tech- nology with continuous development of proprietary surveying hardware and soft- ware systems. Our resulting advanced survey systems have been proven in numerous commercial surveys throughout the world's oceans. FSSI systems have mapped over 2.6 million square kilome- tres of seafloor to depths of 9,500 meters, all to hydrographic standards for accuracy and precision. Some of the largest international marine surveys awarded in recent years certify our superi- or performance and reliability.

Fugro Seafloor Surveys, Inc. (FSSI) is a focused team of 37 with expertise in a wide array of fields including geology, engineering, information technology, marine operations, project management and administration.

Carrie Higley-Krowka

Fugro Seafloor Surveys 2727 Alaskan Way - Pier 69

Seattle, WA 98121 USA

Phone: 206-441-9305

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.seafloor.com

COMMERCIAL MANAGER

Job Location: USA, WA Seattle

MUST BE US CITIZEN, FUGRO EMPLOYEE

OR POSSESS VISA AUTHORIZING WORK

IN THE USA.

General Position Summary:

The Commercial Manager is responsible for development, bidding, and commercial administration of FSSI projects. This requires constant contact with existing and potential clients with the purpose of expanding FSSI's regional and internation- al market share of the marine survey, research and development, and data man- agement industries.

Essential Functions: ¦

Review and respond to Request for

Quotations (RFQs), coordinating all con- tract budgeting, proposal preparation, and contract negotiations for FSSI. ¦

Assume daily responsibility for compli- ance with terms and conditions of all contracts. ¦

Oversee all US and international busi- ness authorizations including import/export procedures and require- ments, survey and vessel permitting, customs and clearance of FSSI equip- ment and personnel. ¦

Maintain direct and frequent contact with existing and potential international clients ¦

Maintain commercial and marketing communications within the Fugro Group of companies and develop FSSI's role in supporting and utilizing the Fugro net- work. ¦

Coordinate FSSI's roll in joint Fugro

Group business endeavors.

Secondary Functions: ¦

Provide commercial support to FSSI project managers and survey opera- tions. ¦

Coordinate banking needs with the FSSI

Controller. ¦

Stay generally informed about the busi- nesses of FSSI to perform administra- tive, operational and executive functions in the absence of the company

President.

Supervisory Responsibility:

The Commercial Manager reports to the

President, and supervises all project man- agement personnel from moderately- to highly-experienced. As department man- ager, incumbent plays a primary role in hiring and evaluating all department per- sonnel.

Specific Job Skills: ¦

Ability to prepare sound business plans for marine survey projects, including cash flow, risk analysis, and profitability. ¦

Strong knowledge of contracting as well as marine survey practices, equipment, and requirements. ¦

Possess strong interpersonal skills that include the ability to work effectively with clients, peers, subordinates, and superiors from a variety of cultures.

Must have an excellent ability to commu- nicate in a professional manner and seek a "win-win" solution. ¦

Ability to read and write technical docu- ments. ¦

Strong problem solving skills. ¦

Supervisory management skills. ¦

Ability to multi-task. ¦

Must be highly organized and able to work with deadlines. ¦

Excellent written and verbal communica- tion skills. Fluent in written and spoken

English. ¦

Computer literate.

Education and Experience:

Extensive international marine survey administrative experience preferred. An

MBA with relevant job experience could be substituted.

Job Conditions: ¦

Predominately normal office working conditions. ¦

National and international travel.

Company

Pioneering research and proven develop- ment of advanced technology make Fugro

Seafloor Surveys, Inc. (FSSI) an industry leader. Our expert technical team offers a wide range of skills used to develop cost- and time-effective solutions for specific projects.

We combine extensive field experience and commitment to state-of-the-art tech- nology with continuous development of proprietary surveying hardware and soft- ware systems. Our resulting advanced survey systems have been proven in numerous commercial surveys throughout the world's oceans. FSSI systems have mapped over 2.6 million square kilome- tres of seafloor to depths of 9,500 meters, all to hydrographic standards for accuracy and precision. Some of the largest international marine surveys awarded in recent years certify our superi- or performance and reliability.

Fugro Seafloor Surveys, Inc. (FSSI) is a focused team of 37 with expertise in a wide array of fields including geology, engineering, information technology, marine operations, project management and administration.

Additional information at: www.seafloor.com

Carrie Higley-Krowka

Fugro Seafloor Surveys 2727 Alaskan Way - Pier 69

Seattle, WA 98121 USA

Phone: 206-441-9305

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.seafloor.com

GEOPHYSICAL DATAANALYST

Job Location: USA, WA Seattle

MUST BE US CITIZEN, FUGRO EMPLOYEE

OR POSSESS VALID VISA FOR RESI-

DENT/WORK IN THE USA.

General Position Summary:

The Geophysical Data Analyst will work offshore and onshore to process and qual- ity control bathymetric data and seafloor imagery using a suite of Fugro sonar pro- cessing software. The candidate will also be responsible for rendering a variety of survey data into industry standard carto- graphic formats utilizing various CAD and

GIS software packages.

Essential Offshore Functions: ¦

Assist with 24-hour sonar data process- ing and chart production. ¦

Data management and administration. ¦

Preliminary chart production. ¦

Vessel mobilization and de-mobilization.

Essential Onshore Functions: ¦

Survey preparation. ¦

Data integration for chart production. ¦

Data format conversions. ¦

Sonar post-processing.

Specific Job Skills: ¦

Advanced knowledge of Windows and/or

UNIX operating systems. ¦

Knowledge of GIS systems and theory. ¦

Familiarity with sonar data processing and bathymetric modeling. ¦

Use of Microstation and/or AutoCAD drafting/charting software. ¦

Keen attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. ¦

Ability to learn processing methodolo- gies quickly. ¦

Flexibility with changing schedules and work situations. ¦

Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with peers, and superiors. ¦

Knowledge of cartographic methods. ¦

Fluent in written and spoken English. ¦

Strong interest in marine geology and ocean processes.

Education and Experience:

B.A/B.Sc. or higher in geology, oceanog- raphy, marine engineering, or related field. Interest and experience in oceano- graphic processes and data analysis a plus. Experience with data processing and/or cartography is advantageous.

Job Conditions: ¦

Predominately normal office working conditions. ¦

Up to four months at sea aboard a ves- sel in close quarters. Cannot be debili- tated by seasickness. Pre-employment physical and drug screen is mandatory. ¦

Physical requirements for mobilizing and demobilizing a vessel can be strenuous.

Must be able to lift 50lbs and walk up and down steep, narrow stairs and gangways. ¦

International travel, often to remote loca- tions.

Company

Pioneering research and proven develop- ment of advanced technology make Fugro

Seafloor Surveys, Inc. (FSSI) an industry leader. Our expert technical team offers a wide range of skills used to develop cost- and time-effective solutions for specific projects.

We combine extensive field experience and commitment to state-of-the-art tech- nology with continuous development of proprietary surveying hardware and soft- ware systems. Our resulting advanced survey systems have been proven in numerous commercial surveys throughout the world's oceans. FSSI systems have mapped over 2.6 million square kilome- tres of seafloor to depths of 9,500 meters, all to hydrographic standards for

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