Shipyard Area Manager: Project Leadership

General Dynamics

Bremerton (WA)

On-site

USD 81,000 - 106,000

Full time

7 hours ago
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Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Bremerton, WA seeks an Area Manager to oversee shipyard projects from planning through delivery. You will provide independent analysis, formulate new methods, and act as the prime contact for customers.

You will supervise 3–5 personnel and ensure on-time, on-budget execution while navigating complex contract environments. The role requires military-related shipyard experience, strong leadership, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in related field or AA/AS with 2+ years of related experience
  • Four years of shipboard repair or related experience preferred, US Navy background qualifies
  • Experience supervising technical personnel within complex activities or shipboard availabilities

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate project information across departments and ensure timely data entry into management systems
  • Implement project management processes and provide guidelines to support the project
  • Assist Planning in developing proposals, estimates, and schedules
  • Delegate responsibilities to Assistant Area Managers and contribute to team composition
  • Lead cross-functional project team meetings with company personnel, subcontractors, and customers
  • Identify changes in scope and plan accordingly to protect schedules and budgets
  • Provide leadership to resolve schedule/production conflicts and manage risk
  • Capably lead 3–5 assigned personnel

Skills

Leadership
Project management
Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS in related field
AA/AS + 2 years or 4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Project
Excel
Word
PowerPoint

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in Bremerton, WA seeks an Area Manager to oversee shipyard projects from planning through delivery. You will provide independent analysis, formulate new methods, and act as the prime contact for customers.

You will supervise 3–5 personnel and ensure on-time, on-budget execution while navigating complex contract environments. The role requires military-related shipyard experience, strong leadership, and willingness to travel as needed.

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