Shipbuilding Project Coordinator II - Scheduling & Execution

Austal USA; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 73,142 - 103,318; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced project controls professional to oversee assigned 4E packages and DD250 items from planning through execution. The role includes coordinating with project leads to ensure milestones, cost, and schedule performance, while maintaining safety and quality standards on site.

Candidate must have 5+ years in shipbuilding or related fields, plus the ability to read contracts and drawings, and proficiency with scheduling software and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Five (5) + years’ experience in shipbuilding, ship repair or similar construction/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, drawings, and schedules.
• Proficient with project scheduling tools and Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee 4E packages and DD250 items from planning to execution.
• Coordinate with leads to ensure milestone achievements and cost/schedule performance.
• Monitor progress, safety, and quality; provide status updates and corrective actions.
• Travel on/offsite as required, possibly up to 40–50%.

Skills

Shipbuilding experience

Scheduling software

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Austal USA in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced project controls professional to oversee assigned 4E packages and DD250 items from planning through execution. The role includes coordinating with project leads to ensure milestones, cost, and schedule performance, while maintaining safety and quality standards on site.

Candidate must have 5+ years in shipbuilding or related fields, plus the ability to read contracts and drawings, and proficiency with scheduling software and Microsoft Office.