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American Bureau of Shipping

Maritime classification, certification, and advisory services

Technical Coordinator

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
South Athens, Greece+1 moreMore locations: Attica, Greece
In Person
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited university, preferably in a business or technical discipline, or equivalent business- or quality-related experience.
  • Considerable attention to detail, including a high degree of accuracy in data interpretation and input.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access, and knowledge of computer-based project management, spreadsheet, database, graphical presentation, and preferably word-processing programs.
  • Stay informed by attending seminars and training programs or originating other educational activities associated with programs or activities of direct responsibility, to broaden and deepen knowledge and expertise.
  • Ability to respond to confidential and non-routine telephone inquiries in a business-like manner.
  • Ability in decision-making and organizational skills.
  • Professionalism, sound judgment, and diplomacy.
  • Familiarity with commercial, governmental, and international quality standards.
  • Willingness to foster and incorporate change.
  • Ability to develop working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, related instructions, and the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate short- and long-term projects overall.
  • Independently develop and maintain live documents.
  • Consult with clients and communicate with them daily.
  • Communicate with flag administrations.
  • Dispatch tasks and distribute work.
  • Provide fee quotations to clients.
  • Prepare Service Agreements.
  • Coordinate Transfer of Class.
  • Coordinate Rapid Response Damage Assessment.
  • Perform other duties as directed by the Manager of Certification and/or Operations Manager.
Desired Qualifications
  • Two or more years of experience in the industry is preferred.

About the company

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American Bureau of Shipping

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ABS is a maritime classification society that provides classification, certification, and technical advisory services for ships and offshore assets to ensure safety and compliance. It sets safety and environmental standards, conducts surveys and inspections, and issues approvals and certificates for vessels, manufacturers, and service suppliers across the asset lifecycle. A global team from 200+ offices in 70 countries performs asset performance, energy and environmental reviews, and lifecycle management, while collaborating with governments and industry on guidance and decarbonization efforts. Its 160-year history, non-profit mandate within IACS, and emphasis on safety and environmental protection distinguish it from many competitors, guiding customers toward safe, efficient, and low-emission operations.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

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Total Funding

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Headquarters

Spring, Texas

Founded

1862

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What believers are saying

  • ABS signed a September 3, 2026 MOU with JB Energy for Brazilian floating wind.
  • ABS issued Fleetzero's battery system assessment on August 11, 2026, boosting electrification credibility.
  • ABS-backed TMV Logistics launched a $200 million maritime fund on May 26, 2026.

What critics are saying

  • DNV, Lloyd's Register, and Bureau Veritas still outrank ABS on installed fleet relationships.
  • ABS's Korea-U.S. shipbuilding push depends on 2026 subsidy politics and yard execution.
  • One class failure on ammonia, hydrogen, or nuclear approval would shred trust overnight.

What makes American Bureau of Shipping unique

  • ABS is an IACS member with 200 offices across 70 countries.
  • ABS combines classification, cyber consulting, and risk services after acquiring RMC Global in April 2026.
  • ABS leads frontier approvals for nuclear, floating data centers, ammonia, and hydrogen designs in 2026.

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