Naval Shipbuilding Project Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a project management specialist to support autonomous shipbuilding programs from concept to completion, coordinating across schedule, cost, and risk to keep programs on track.

You will assist the Assistant Program Manager on future Unmanned Surface Vessel variants, develop briefings for senior military officers and Navy civilians, and ensure high-quality product delivery while adhering to DoD guidelines and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, ship fabrication or shipyard management.
• 5+ years of data-driven presentations for senior leaders on schedule, cost and risk.
• 5+ years supporting government clients in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.
• 5+ years using Microsoft Office suite and MS project tools (Project, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI).
• 3+ years of experience supporting RFP development.
• Knowledge of DoW guidance (5000.2G) and interaction of RFP/SOW/CDRLs.
• Ability to self-start and exceed client expectations; Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Track and report schedule execution and cost against benchmarks.
• Support development of RFP documentation and contract artifacts.
• Report project risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Develop briefings and project documents for senior officers and Navy civilians.
• Ensure high-level product delivery and alignment with DoD requirements.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Ship fabrication

Shipyard management

RFP development

Data-driven presentations

Self-start

Communication

Budget tracking

Project reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Project Management Professional (PMP)

DAWIA certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Teams

Power BI

Word

Excel

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

The Opportunity:

As a project management specialist, you know the complexities of supporting a project from concept to completion. Many programs require a significant investment of limited resources, and it’s imperative to keep the project on a productive path. That’s why we need you, an experienced project management specialist who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication.

On our team, you’ll implement and maintain autonomous shipbuilding acquisition programs in support of our client. As an integral member of the team, you will be tasked with supporting the Assistant Program Manager (APM) in charge of future variants of an Unmanned Surface Vessel program.You will provide assistance to the APM in the form of tracking and reporting on schedule execution, financial execution against benchmarks, supporting development of Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, tracking and reporting project risks as well as developing suggested risk mitigation strategies, development of briefings and project documents for presentation to senior military officers and Navy civilians, and ensuring consistent high-level product delivery to the APM.

The real impact of project management comes from communication to ensure the program achieves its goals and meets our quality standards. At Booz Allen, we recognize that we must continuously grow as a team to bring the best support to our clients, so here you’ll have all the resources to succeed. This is a chance to influence a meaningful mission while learning how to develop and maintain program strategy.

Work with us and ensure that client accomplishes its project goals within budget as we improve delivery and integration of unmanned vessels into fleet operations to support warfighter requirements.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, ship fabrication or shipyard management working through all phases of design, construction, delivery, and acceptance
• 5+ years of experience developing data-driven presentations that inform senior leaders on the financial, schedule, and risk status of ongoing projects relative to established plans that not only inform leadership but also drive decision-making
• 5+ years of experience providing support to government clients, and operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented dynamic environment where product quality is key and done consistently at a high level
• 5+ years of experience with using Microsoft Products such as Project, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, Word, Excel, Visio, and Power Point
• 3+ years of experience supporting RFP development
• Knowledge of DoW acquisition guidance such as 5000.2G, including working with Request for Proposals (RFP), Statements of Work (SOW), CDRLs, and contract artifacts, and how these documents interact with one another
• Ability to self-start to exceed client expectations
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in marine autonomy
• Experience with contract management
• Experience managing multiple projects within scope, budget, and timeline
• Knowledge of working with regulatory bodies such as US Coast Guard (USCG), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
• Ability to read and comprehend ship construction drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail, multitask, and display a customer service orientation
• Possession of strong organization, management, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management, or other relevant field
• Project Management Professional or DAWIA certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

• At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being.
• Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.
• Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.
• Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.
• Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
• We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.