Shipyard Facilities Master Plan Lead

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Manager of Shipyard Facilities Planning to lead strategic planning and oversee the shipyard’s physical footprint and real estate portfolio. The role drives the Shipyard Master Plan, optimizes space usage, and aligns facilities with evolving business needs, collaborating with Operations, Facilities, Engineering, and Finance to support long-term growth.

Responsibilities include maintaining the master plan, managing space planning tools, coordinating

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading and developing professional teams.
• Experience in facilities planning, real estate management, or capital project management.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational, and analytical abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with industrial or shipyard environments preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree OR a High School diploma & 8+ years of Military experience OR equivalent leadership experience
• 5+ years of experience managing teams with direct reports
• 8+ years of project or program manager experience

Responsibilities

• Shipyard Master Plan Management: Develop, maintain, and update the shipyard’s comprehensive master plan.
• Space Planning: Lead space-utilization and planning initiatives across shipyard facilities.
• Office Moves & Space Renovations: Plan and manage office relocations, reconfigurations, and expansions.
• Enablement Of Business Requirements: Ensure shipyard facilities assets support operational, staffing, and strategic needs.
• Leadership & Team Development: Serve as a proven leader capable of developing, mentoring, and guiding teams of professionals.

Skills

Strategic planning

Requirements gathering

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School + 8+ years military/leadership experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle Business Systems

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Manager of Shipyard Facilities Planning to lead strategic planning and oversee the shipyard’s physical footprint and real estate portfolio. The role drives the Shipyard Master Plan, optimizes space usage, and aligns facilities with evolving business needs, collaborating with Operations, Facilities, Engineering, and Finance to support long-term growth.

Responsibilities include maintaining the master plan, managing space planning tools, coordinating