Program Director (Government Programs)

fmgexternaljobs; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri Marinette Marine is seeking a Program Director in the Program Management Department at our Marinette, WI location. This leadership role directs government shipyard programs from bid to delivery, overseeing schedule, budget, and quality while guiding program teams and maintaining key customer relationships.

The position requires governance over contract compliance and risk management with travel as needed to support program execution and customer engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• At least 12 years leading projects in shipbuilding or defense sectors.
• Proven track record managing multi-million-dollar contracts from bid to delivery.
• Experience with marine systems and complex integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership from contract negotiations to final delivery.
• Manage program performance, budget, and risk; ensure schedule and quality targets.
• Oversee program teams and maintain customer relationships and compliance.
• Communicate with shipyard personnel, customers, regulators, and suppliers.
• Lead risk management planning and mitigation activities.

Skills

EVMS principles

Negotiation

IMS

WBS

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

ISO & OSHA awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

12+ years shipbuilding/defense leadership

Multi-million dollar contracts experience

Tools

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

NavisWorks

Job description

Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is hiring a Program Director in the Program Management Department at our Marinette, WI location.

Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The Program Director of Government Programs provides strategic leadership to our most critical government shipyard projects--from initial contract negotiations to final delivery. This role is responsible for program performance, financial management, contract compliance, risk mitigation, and customer relationships while leading program teams to ensure schedule, cost, and quality objectives are achieved. This position directly influences our reputation for excellence in the maritime sector in order to win repeat business and expand into new markets.

Domestic and international travel may be required.

Essential Functions

• Monitor contract execution, negotiate changes, and assess impacts of engineering and scope changes
• Oversee program financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, EACs, margin analysis, and P&L responsibility, resolving discrepancies as needed
• Working supervision over program teams to ensure cost, schedule, quality, and contract compliance objectives are achieved
• Frequent communication with all levels of shipyard personnel, customers, regulatory bodies, and major suppliers, serving as the primary customer point-of-contact
• Ownership of the risk management plan, determining risk areas and working to mitigate such risks
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS) principles and practices (or a comparable program management methodology) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) as it relates
• Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of DFAR and FAR preferred
• Working knowledge of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Familiarity with Design Software tools such as AutoCAD, ShipConstructor and NavisWorks
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; employee recognition and discipline; resolving employee concerns; and developing employees with the skills, competencies, and values needed to achieve Company goals.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 12 Years of project leadership experience in the shipbuilding industry or major defense industry required
• Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar contracts from bid to delivery and experience with marine systems, including structural, outfitting, machinery, hydraulics, electrical, mechanical, electronics, HVAC, etc.

Competencies

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning
• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals
• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction
• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion
• Leadership Excellence: Fincantieri leaders lead by example, empower, and inspire success

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, reach and type; stoop or kneel; and speak or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The position is primarily performed in a quiet, climate-controlled environment with minimal exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury. When entering the shipyard, there may be exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.