Project Manager

Derecktor Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Derecktor Florida seeks two full-time, on-site Project Managers to lead yacht repair and refit projects from Fort Pierce and Dania Beach. You will craft and maintain schedules, coordinate internal teams and subcontractors, and ensure timely, on-budget delivery while communicating clearly with clients.

The role requires a strong maritime background, proven leadership, and the ability to balance competing priorities to achieve high-quality outcomes that meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of maritime industry and vessel operations.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and internal teams.
• Experience coordinating multifaceted projects with scope, schedule, and budget constraints.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and external vendors for project execution.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule and costs.
• Maintain client relationships and provide regular progress updates.

Skills

Maritime industry knowledge

Client communication

Project coordination

Budget management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Derecktor is seeking two full-time, on-site Project Managers based to be based out of our Fort Pierce and Dania Beach locations. The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the coordination and execution of yacht and vessel repair and refit projects from start to finish. This includes developing and managing schedules, ensuring projects stay on track, coordinating logistics, and maintaining clear communication across internal teams, subcontractors, and clients.

This role plays a key part in aligning shipyard activities and resources to deliver projects in a cost-effective and efficient manner, while maintaining timelines and minimizing disruption to other ongoing operations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results that meet both company standards and client expectations.

Reports to: Senior Project Manager

Classification: Exempt

Supervisory Responsibility: None

These shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans.
• Create project schedules and ensure resource availability and allocation
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress to be shared with clients in addition to other stakeholders
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Responsible for collaboration and communication with various teams as needed
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Report progress, including any changes made to plans and production and elevate to management as needed
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors
• Perform risk assessment to minimize and manage project risks
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Meet with clients to clarify specific requirements of each project
• Delegate project tasks based on skill sets and experience levels
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
• Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis
• Use and continually develop leadership skills
• Review billing and invoices for accuracy
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep understanding of the maritime industry and technical experience on vessels
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Process Improvement
• Planning and scheduling
• Performance Management
• Subcontractor/Vendor Management
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and materials management
• Familiarity with quality assurance processes
• Familiarity with occupational health and safety standards
• Familiarity with construction/project management software
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• A team player with leadership abilities
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Financial Management experience including basic accounting
• Developing and Tracking Budgets
• Supervision and Staffing
• Negotiate and manage statement of work and contracts with external vendors

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of five (5) years relevant trade experience within the marine industry OR High School diploma with a minimum of ten (10) years relevant trade experience within the marine industry.
• Project Manager Professional (PMP) certification a plus
• Marine Engineer or Naval Architect background preferred