Project Manager
A leading marine repair organization is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex vessel repair and drydock projects for government and commercial customers. This role is responsible for managing schedules, resources, subcontractors, customer communication, and overall project execution to ensure work is delivered safely, on time, and within scope. Candidates with shipyard, vessel repair, or heavy industrial project management experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead vessel repair and maintenance projects from planning through completion.
- Develop project schedules, manpower plans, and execution strategies.
- Coordinate internal trades, subcontractors, procurement, and quality teams.
- Monitor project performance, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
- Identify and manage change orders, growth work opportunities, and project risks.
- Conduct production meetings and serve as a primary point of contact for customers.
- Work closely with operations leadership to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
- Support vessel docking and undocking coordination activities.
Qualifications
- Experience managing shipyard, maritime repair, drydock, or heavy industrial projects.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders in deadline-driven environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project and project scheduling tools.
- Ability to manage complex operations while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Availability to support projects outside of standard business hours when required.
Preferred
- Government vessel repair experience, including Navy, MSC, MARAD, or similar programs.
- Background managing large-scale repair, maintenance, or modernization projects.
- Experience with contract modifications, change orders, and customer-facing project management.
Join a highly active marine operation where you'll have direct influence over critical vessel maintenance and repair programs while working alongside experienced shipyard professionals.
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