Senior Marine Project Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBig Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with specific marine and shipyard experience for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Honolulu, Hawaii. This is a unique chance to lead high-value commercial and military ship repair contracts while working in a dynamic maritime environment.
This position reports directly to the Vice President of Programs and serves as the primary focal point for customer interaction and the overall management of ship repair contracts valued between $1M and $100M. The role is critical for bridging the gap between executive leadership, production teams, and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution of complex projects.
You will act as a key communicator and leader, establishing strong working relationships with owners, managers, engineers, subcontractors, and production teams. A significant part of your day involves interpreting complex technical documents, including NAVSEA Standard Items, blueprints, and test procedures, while applying project management principles to manage risk, performance, and changes. You will lead daily and weekly meetings across all stakeholder levels to resolve operational issues and ensure alignment on project status.
Relocation to Hawaii is required for this position, and comprehensive relocation assistance is provided to support your transition.
Interested candidates should submit their resume for immediate consideration. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance and base access, and successful candidates must be able to obtain necessary credentials such as TWIC and DBIDS.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
San Diego, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleServe as primary focal point for customer interaction and management of ship repair contracts
- check_circleManage and execute commercial and military ship repair contracts ranging from $1M to $100M
- check_circleEstablish and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders including owners and engineers
- check_circleManage and execute government contracts ensuring compliance with contractual requirements
- check_circleDevelop, manage, and maintain project schedules and work sequencing
- check_circleSupervise and provide direction to project management staff
- check_circleCoordinate and implement contract changes to ensure timely execution and completion
- check_circleNegotiate contract modifications and changes with customers
- check_circleInterface daily with vessel stakeholders to resolve operational and project execution issues
- check_circleInterpret complex technical documents including specifications, drawings, blueprints, and test procedures
- check_circleApply project management principles including risk management, performance tracking, and change management
- check_circleCoordinate and schedule resources including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor of Science in Engineering or related field
- verifiedMinimum 10 years of ship repair or marine industry experience
- verifiedMinimum 5 years of project management experience
- verifiedExperience managing federal/government contracts
- verifiedKnowledge of shipboard tag-out procedures and Navy Work Authorization (WAF) controls
- verifiedExperience or training in work sequencing and project scheduling
- verifiedProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project
- verifiedMust be legally authorized to work in the United States; U.S. citizenship required
- verifiedAbility to obtain TWIC and DBIDS credential
- verifiedValid State of Hawaii REAL ID-compliant driver's license or valid U.S. passport plus Hawaii driver's license
Benefits & Perks
check_circleRelocation assistance provided for position requiring relocation to Hawaii
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, Ship Repair, Marine Industry, Project Management, Government Contracts, Shipboard Tag-Out Procedures, Navy Work Authorization, Work Sequencing, Project Scheduling.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades
What does a Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades will serve as primary focal point for customer interaction and management of ship repair contracts; manage and execute commercial and military ship repair contracts ranging from $1m to $100m; establish and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders including owners and engineers; and manage and execute government contracts ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
What are the requirements for this Senior Marine Project Manager role?expand_more
Superior Skilled Trades is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field; Minimum 10 years of ship repair or marine industry experience; Minimum 5 years of project management experience; Experience managing federal/government contracts; Knowledge of shipboard tag-out procedures and Navy Work Authorization (WAF) controls; and Experience or training in work sequencing and project scheduling.
Where is the Senior Marine Project Manager role at Superior Skilled Trades located?expand_more
Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades is based in Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Senior Marine Project Manager job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Superior Skilled Trades has listed this Senior Marine Project Manager role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Senior Marine Project Manager role?expand_more
Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
What skills do you need for the Senior Marine Project Manager role at Superior Skilled Trades?expand_more
Key skills for Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades include Microsoft Word; Microsoft Project; Ship Repair; Marine Industry; Project Management; Government Contracts; Shipboard Tag-Out Procedures; and Navy Work Authorization.
What education is required for Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
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Senior Marine Project Manager at Superior Skilled Trades is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.