Manager, Decarbonization Development

This position is responsible for the development of decarbonization and energy efficiency projects for Carnival Cruise Line. The role is responsible for technology scouting, concept development, feasibility assessments, and business case preparation through hand-over to the Technical Projects team for execution. The position manages engineering consultants, equipment vendors, and external partners engaged in project development activities. The position also identifies operational issues and technology opportunities that can be developed into future energy efficiency and decarbonization projects, in coordination with Technical Operations and Technical Asset Teams. Essential Functions: Lead the development of decarbonization and energy efficiency projects by identifying, evaluating, and advancing opportunities across the CCL fleet. Responsible for project development from concept generation through feasibility assessment, business case preparation, support of CAPEX approval, and hand-over to the Technical Projects team for execution. Develop project recommendations that support departmental energy efficiency and decarbonization objectives. Manage R&D initiatives, technology scouting activities, and technical studies for energy efficiency. Coordinate feasibility assessments, engage engineering consultants, equipment vendors, and external partners, and evaluate technologies that improve fleet energy efficiency, emissions performance, and operational effectiveness. Manage external technical resources involved in project development and ensure alignment with CCL technical standards and project objectives. Develop technical, operational, and financial justifications for decarbonization projects, including fuel savings calculations, emissions reduction assessments, lifecycle cost analysis, ROI evaluations, and preparation of management presentations and CAPEX approval packages. Provide technical recommendations supporting investment decisions and future decarbonization project development. Support portfolio-level CAPEX planning, and program prioritization; hand over approved projects to the Technical Projects team, which owns project-level CAPEX execution. Support validation of project benefits against approved business cases post-implementation by providing technical assumptions, engineering calculations, and project development inputs. Identify operational issues and technology opportunities that can be translated into future energy efficiency and decarbonization projects. Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in energy efficiency and decarbonization initiatives by working closely with shipboard teams, Asset Team, Technical Operations, Technical Projects, engineering consultants, equipment vendors, and external partners. Define technical requirements, review consultant deliverables, and provide technical support during project execution as required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Scope: Strategic The Manager, Decarbonization Development is responsible for building and managing a portfolio of energy efficiency and decarbonization initiatives across Carnival Cruise Line's fleet and technical operations. The role oversees project development from opportunity identification and technology evaluation through feasibility assessment, business case development, and handoff for execution, while coordinating internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, equipment suppliers, and external partners. Problem solving: This role addresses complex technical, operational, and financial challenges related to reducing emissions and improving energy performance. The Manager evaluates emerging technologies, assesses technical feasibility and business value, identifies solutions to operational inefficiencies, and balances competing priorities to develop practical, scalable projects that support both sustainability and business objectives. Impact: The position has a direct impact on the company's decarbonization strategy,