Maritime Project Manager

Steamship Authority; Falmouth (MA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Steamship Authority in Falmouth, MA is seeking a Maritime Project Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate complex projects. This full‑time, non‑union role involves budget development, contract administration, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

You will work with consultants and contractors, overseeing RFPs, bids, and project execution at multiple terminals and facilities. Required are a B.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Marine, Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering required.
• Professional Engineering License and/or PMP certification required.
• 5–10 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop bid documents, negotiate, supervise, and coordinate performance and scheduling of contractors.
• Coordinate with contractors for in-house and outside work.
• Perform periodic inspections of terminals, buildings, docks and parking facilities.
• Investigate causes and recommend corrective actions for docks and parking facilities.
• Establish and maintain long-term planning schedules for special projects at terminals, buildings, docks and parking facilities.
• Provide liaison with insurance underwriters for review and inspection of projects.

Skills

5–10 years experience

Professional Engineering License or PM

Education

B.S. in Marine, Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering

Job description

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The Steamship Authority is currently seeking to fill the position of Maritime Project Manager. This is a full-time, non-union position.

Position Function :

Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities related to specific projects for the Steamship Authority. Responsible for developing the budget specifications, plans, contracts, proposals and purchase orders for projects as assigned. Review and approve plans and specifications prepared by consultants. Administer and oversee contracts specific to each project from initial RFP development through completion. Ensure that the Steamship Authority complies with all applicable Massachusetts building codes and Handicapped Access Regulations and also the Department of Environmental Quality Engineering Rules and Regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Develop bid documents, negotiate, supervise, and coordinate the performance and scheduling of contractors.
• Coordinate with the contractors all work to be conducted by in-house resources and outside contractors.
• Perform periodic inspections of the terminals, buildings, docks and parking facilities pertaining to special projects.
• Investigate, determine the cause of and recommend corrective actions to be taken on docks and parking facilities.
• Establish and maintain a long‑term planning schedule for special projects at terminals, buildings, docks and parking facilities.
• Provide liaison with the insurance underwriters on the review and inspection of special projects at terminals, buildings, docks, and parking facilities.
• Responsible for assisting with the Authority's environmental regulatory compliance to ensure operations and maintenance activities comply with both Federal and Massachusetts rules and regulations. Maintain all applicable records for regulatory review at all times.
• Ambassador and role model for the SQMS with an engaging communication and influencing style able to work with all levels of the business to effect change and positive outcomes.
• Keep the Director of Engineering & Maintenance informed of the status of all ongoing projects.
• Attend weekly department meetings as directed.
• Respond to emergency situations pursuant to special projects outside of normal work hours.
• Fulfill the duties and responsibilities which may be delegated by the General Manager and Director of Engineering & Maintenance.
• Provide function direction to subordinates regarding SQMS disciplines.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Required Knowledge :

• B.S. in Marine, Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, plus 5 to 10 years work experience.
• Professional Engineering License and/or Project Management Certification is required.

The salary range for this position is $116,700 to $150,550.

Human Resources Office

Steamship Authority

Falmouth, MA 02540

EOE

The Steamship Authority

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