Shipbuilding Project Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Shipbuilding Project Manager to lead and oversee large-scale vessel construction projects within a dynamic and fast-paced shipyard environment. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to manage complex shipbuilding programs, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality ships on time and within budget.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end execution of major shipbuilding projects, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- Coordinate daily activities across engineering, planning, production, procurement, and supplier teams to maintain seamless project flow.
- Drive project schedules, resource planning, critical-path analysis, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Manage contracts, change orders, and subcontractor performance to meet project objectives.
- Review engineering deliverables, production drawings, and system documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Monitor project progress using KPIs, earned value management, variance reports, and forecasting tools.
- Ensure all work complies with ABS, USCG, Navy, and shipyard standards and regulations.
- Facilitate progress meetings, prepare reports, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Support testing, trials, commissioning, and project turnover milestones to ensure successful project completion.
- Maintain a safe work environment by supporting onsite activities, including field walkthroughs and adherence to PPE protocols.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience managing shipbuilding, marine engineering, or industrial construction projects.
- Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a production environment.
- Strong expertise in managing budgets, subcontractors, contracts, and project schedules.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent scheduling software.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- In-depth understanding of shipyard workflows, marine systems, and planning processes.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of leading meetings at all organizational levels.
- Comfortable working in an active shipyard environment, including climbing ladders, accessing vessels, and supporting onsite teams.
- Relevant certifications and familiarity with industry standards are a plus.