Project Manager - Government Funded Projects

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation time

Job summary

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) seeks a Program Manager to lead CRAD activities in partnership with universities, labs, and government agencies. The role requires coordinating funding, scheduling, and program execution to meet contractual requirements.

The successful candidate will work in person at the ABS office in Spring, TX with a hybrid schedule during the week, and will collaborate with Engineering, Technology, Sustainability, and Survey teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• Working knowledge of Project Management principles. Preferably to have formal project management training (PMP certificate etc.).
• At least three (3) years of maritime industry experience.
• United States citizenship or green card holder.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for CRAD projects, providing program and contract focus with timely progress reporting.
• Oversee program execution to meet cost, schedule, performance, and contractual requirements.
• Prepare budgets, manage invoices, and monitor financial controls on a quarterly basis.
• Support proposal development and business capture activities as directed.
• Lead scheduling and planning activities across cross‑functional teams to support business objectives.
• Ensure resources, risks, and mitigations are managed to successful project completion.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget management

English fluency

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Job Description

The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact responsible for the development, execution, and growth of ABS services supporting the Contract Research and Development (CRAD) projects; provides regular interaction with the key research partners (university, labs, private organizations), and government agencies (DOD, DOE, DOT, etc.) who provide research funding to support Contracted Research activities; coordinates activities relating to the execution of contracted research projects, and supports ABS marketing and business capture efforts.

Job Description

The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact responsible for the development, execution, and growth of ABS services supporting the Contract Research and Development (CRAD) projects; provides regular interaction with the key research partners (university, labs, private organizations), and government agencies (DOD, DOE, DOT, etc.) who provide research funding to support Contracted Research activities; coordinates activities relating to the execution of contracted research projects, and supports ABS marketing and business capture efforts. The successful candidate will work in person at the ABS office in Spring, TX with the opportunity for a hybrid schedule during the week.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the CRAD projects in all areas of responsibility, provide program and contract focus, as well as a timely appraisal on work progress, schedule, budget, and technical problems, and recommend corrective actions to improve performance. Primary duties will include executing the program by providing oversight to achieve cost, schedule, performance, and contractual requirements; ensuring adequate and timely resources are provided to successfully execute the program; identifying program issues and risks and implementing mitigation actions; maintaining prescribed financial controls.
• Support proposal development and business capture teams as directed by Manager of Contracted Research and Development.
• Prepare budget to actual on a quarterly basis in a timely manner
• Responsible for the preparation, accuracy, and submission of project invoices that complies with contract requirements
• Lead efforts to create new project accounts or PID including creating customer WCN (as needed) and coordinate kick off meetings internally and externally
• Manage the project from contract / award through completion, including subrecipient monitoring.
• Provide oversight and influence of the program to ensure execution meets all contractual requirements, is within approved budget and schedule, and is in accordance with company quality requirements.
• Direct and support development of schedules and plans that support business objectives, established budgets, resources, and deliverables for the program.
• Work with all internal functional departments (e.g., Engineering, Technology, Sustainability, Survey) to ensure adequate and timely resources are provided to support successful project execution.
• Conduct Program Management Reviews to communicate achievements, challenges, and measurement of progress to internal Senior Level Leadership every other week.
• Responsible for the submission of all final reports and closeout activity, internally as well as external client requirements
• This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations

What You Will Need

Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• Working knowledge of Project Management principles. Preferably to have formal project management training (PMP certificate etc.).
• At least three (3) years of maritime industry experience.
• You must be a United States citizen or green card holder.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to multitask and manage a portfolio of cross-functional programs and projects – work prioritization, planning, collaboration, and management.
• Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results. Demonstrated leadership with the ability to effectively lead and work with a variety of organizations, management levels, cultures, and personalities.
• Realization of financial aspects of approved business plans and budgets pertaining to the program.
• English language fluency to conduct detailed business and technical communication at a professional level.
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy.

Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to Manager of Contracted Research and Development.

Notice

This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company’s verification that the candidate is a “U.S. Person” or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. “U.S. Persons” are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., “green card” holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.

• 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.

About Us

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs