Marine Project Manager: Shipyard & Vessel Solutions

Hiller-Companies; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental & vision insurance

Retirement plans

Boot allowance

Job summary

The Hiller Companies, LLC is seeking a Project Manager - Marine to lead multiple shipyard and new construction projects across vessels such as OSVs, tugs, and ferries. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and change orders while coordinating with owners, shipyards, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in marine project management, strong understanding of SOLAS/USCG rules, and proficiency with estimating/scheduling tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years project management experience, with marine/shipyard/offshore focus preferred.
• Understand shipboard construction, retrofit, and project management with planning ability.
• Working knowledge of SOLAS, USCG (46 CFR), NFPA, and classification society rules preferred.
• NICET II certification or higher preferred.
• Strong organization, time management and QA discipline for tasks and documents.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and estimating/scheduling software.
• Must obtain TWIC card and required shipyard safety credentials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage multiple projects on vessels (OSVs, tugs, barges, ferries).
• Attend shipyard and owner meetings; maintain accurate meeting records and schedules.
• Manage change orders from inception to completion, including owner-directed changes.
• Control costs and forecast revenue for the life of the project.
• Plan and coordinate system testing, hydrostatic, flow, and discharge tests with inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with USCG approvals, SOLAS, and flag state requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Production Management, Foremen, and Technicians.

Skills

Project management

Shipyard/construction knowledge

Budget management

Scheduling

SOLAS/USCG knowledge

NICET II

Communication

Team collaboration

Driver’s license

TWIC credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

The Hiller Companies, LLC is seeking a Project Manager - Marine to lead multiple shipyard and new construction projects across vessels such as OSVs, tugs, and ferries. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and change orders while coordinating with owners, shipyards, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in marine project management, strong understanding of SOLAS/USCG rules, and proficiency with estimating/scheduling tools.