DDB New Construction Project Manager

DERECKTOR OF FLORIDA, INC.; Port Laudania (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DERECKTOR OF FLORIDA, INC. seeks a Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and oversee marine repair, refit, and new-construction projects from planning through delivery.

You will manage shipyard resources, work with clients, internal departments, subcontractors, and vendors to complete projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. The role requires strong leadership, risk management, and familiarity with USCG and Marine Classification Society rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent marine-industry experience.
• Experience managing marine repair/refit/new-construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of USCG and Marine Classification Society rules.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple groups and vendors.
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage refit, repair, and new-construction projects from planning to closeout.
• Define scope, budgets, schedules, milestones and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Review plans, specs, contracts and change orders to ensure clarity.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal resources, subcontractors and vendors to meet schedule and budget.
• Monitor performance and escalate issues; manage changes to scope and costs.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Contract management

USCG standards

Subcontractor/vendor management

Risk management

Leadership

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

High School diploma with 10 years marine experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Description:Derecktor is seeking a Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and oversee marine repair, refit, and new-construction projects from initial planning through completion and delivery. This position coordinates shipyard resources and works closely with clients, internal departments, subcontractors, and vendors to complete projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, within scope and budget, and with minimal disruption to other shipyard operations.Responsibilities and Duties:These shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:Manage assigned refit, and new-construction projects from initial planning through construction, commissioning, delivery, and project closeout.Assist in defining project scope, objectives, budgets, schedules, milestones, technical requirements, and deliverables with relevant stakeholders.Review vessel plans, specifications, contracts, and change orders to ensure project requirements are clearly understood and communicated.Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules to monitor progress and share updates with clients and other stakeholders.Coordinate internal resources, third parties, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.Work closely with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, Planning, and other departments to coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and project priorities.Appropriate resources are available and properly allocated based on project requirements, employee skill sets, and experience levels.Monitor project performance, schedules, budgets, short- and long-term goals, and production progress using appropriate tools and techniques.Identify potential delays, cost overruns, technical challenges, and other project risks, and develop contingency or corrective action plans.Proactively manage changes to project scope, schedules, specifications, and costs using appropriate review and verification methods.Track design decisions, technical questions, approvals, change orders, and client requests throughout the project.Coordinate the timely procurement and delivery of long-lead materials, owner-furnished equipment, and other items required to support the project schedule.Manage relationships and maintain effective communication with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, vendors, and internal departments.Report project progress, production updates, schedule changes, budget concerns, and significant risks to management, escalating issues as needed.Review project billing, invoices, expenditures, and financial information for accuracy and alignment with the approved budget.Ensure work complies with approved drawings, specifications, contractual requirements, quality standards, and applicable marine regulations.Participate in inspections, testing, commissioning, sea trials, punch-list completion, final vessel delivery, and project closeout.Support warranty coordination and the timely resolution of outstanding issues following vessel delivery.Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, budgets, meeting notes, approvals, change documentation, and closeout records.Develop spreadsheets, diagrams, reports, and process maps to document project requirements and support planning and decision-making.Ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety standards and promptly report or address any concerns.Continually develop and demonstrate effective leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Ability to assist on general marine service projects if needed.Perform other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Process ImprovementPlanning and schedulingPerformance ManagementExtensive understanding of USCG and Marine Classification Society rulesSubcontractor/Vendor ManagementMaterial and Inventory Control and procurementIn-depth understanding of construction procedures and materials managementFamiliarity with quality assurance processesFamiliarity with occupational health and safety standardsFamiliarity with construction/project management softwareExcellent organizational and time-management skillsA team player with leadership abilitiesExcellent client-facing and internal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skillsStrong working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeFinancial Management experience including basic accountingDeveloping and Tracking BudgetsNegotiate and manage statement of work and contracts with external vendorsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of five (5) years relevant trade experience within the marine industry OR High School diploma with a minimum of ten (10) years relevant trade experience within the marine industry.Project Manager Professional (PMP) certification a plusMarine Engineering or Naval Architecture degree a plus