Project Manager

Hornblower Marine; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Requires a BS in a technical discipline, 5+ years in shipyard settings, and strong communication skills. Travel to project sites in the US and abroad is necessary. Experience with Microsoft Project and PMP preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of shipyard experience.
• Experience creating detailed construction schedules with project scheduling software.
• PMP certification or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of vessel design and construction (aluminum, steel, wood, fiberglass).
• Familiarity with classification society rules (ABS, USCG).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with Word, Excel and organizational documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead Project Manager tracking labor costs, expenses, and project timelines.
• Create and maintain project schedule using Microsoft Project.
• Evaluate progress and quality of work by designers and contractors.
• Evaluate project plans, work hours, budgets, and expenditures.
• Perform data and budget analysis and create reports as needed.
• Provide detailed construction status reports.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and contractors.
• Organize and host on-site and virtual construction meetings.
• Communicate project information to the project team.
• Review field inspection reports from consultants throughout lifecycle.
• Assist the Program Manager with drafts and issuance of proposals, RFPs, tenders, budgets, cash flows, and schedules.
• Issue contracts, LOIs, Purchase Orders, etc.
• Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Plan and procure Owner Furnished Equipment and provide representation for shipyard work periods (some travel).
• Track labor costs, expenses, and timelines; evaluate progress of designers and contractors.
• Maintain contract execution tracking log, including change orders.
• Control all project data through lifecycle stages.
• Prepare substantial completion certificates and closeout documents.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Tracking

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

This position has responsibility for assisting in success of new construction, vessel renovation, and development projects throughout all project phases, on-site inspections and project control documentation and support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead Project Manager with tracking all labor costs, expenses, and project timelines


• Create and maintain project schedule using Microsoft project


• Evaluate progress and quality of work being performed by designer and contractors


• Evaluate project plans, work hours, budgets, and expenditures


• Perform data and budget analysis and create reports as needed


• Provide detailed construction status reports


• Maintain professional relationships with all clients and contractors


• Organize and host all on-site and virtual construction meetings


• Efficiently and accurately communicate relevant project information to the project team


• Review field inspection reports from Consultants throughout life cycle of the project


• Assist the Program Manager with drafts and issuance of project proposals, RFP’s, tenders, budgets, cash flows and preliminary schedules


• Issue contracts, Letters of Intent, Purchase Orders, etc.


• Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors


• Plan, procure Owner Furnished Equipment, and provide customer representation for shipyard work periods. This task will require some travel


• Track all labor costs, expenses, and project timelines, and evaluate progress and quality of work being performed by designer and contractors


• Maintain contract execution tracking log, including change orders


• Control all project data throughout the lifecycle of the project


• Prepare substantial completion certificates and ensure all project closeout documents are obtained and filed


• Travel to project sites within the US and internationally as needed


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• BS in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience is required. An advanced degree is preferred in a technical discipline associated with vessel construction or ship repair such as marine engineering.


• Minimum of 5 years of previous shipyard experience


• Experience creating detailed construction schedules with project scheduling software


• PMP certification or equivalent is strongly preferred


• Understanding of aluminum, steel, wood, & fiberglass vessel design and construction


• Familiarity with classification society rules (ABS, USCG, etc.)


• A familiarity with current passenger vessel regulations (i.e. USCG T & K boat regulations)


• Must have strong written and oral communication skills


• Experience working in a team and operational environment to manage systems


• Experience with Word, Excel and organizational documentation file management systems


• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment


• Must have a valid driver’s license


• Must be able to board vessels, enter confined spaces with limited visibility and have the ability to climb up and down stairs and/or ladders of varying heights to complete inspections


• Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident/incident testing.