Shipyard Project Manager: Construction & Renovation Lead

Hornblower Marine; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Requires a BS in a technical discipline, 5+ years in shipyard settings, and strong communication skills. Travel to project sites in the US and abroad is necessary. Experience with Microsoft Project and PMP preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of shipyard experience.
• Experience creating detailed construction schedules with project scheduling software.
• PMP certification or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of vessel design and construction (aluminum, steel, wood, fiberglass).
• Familiarity with classification society rules (ABS, USCG).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with Word, Excel and organizational documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead Project Manager tracking labor costs, expenses, and project timelines.
• Create and maintain project schedule using Microsoft Project.
• Evaluate progress and quality of work by designers and contractors.
• Evaluate project plans, work hours, budgets, and expenditures.
• Perform data and budget analysis and create reports as needed.
• Provide detailed construction status reports.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and contractors.
• Organize and host on-site and virtual construction meetings.
• Communicate project information to the project team.
• Review field inspection reports from consultants throughout lifecycle.
• Assist the Program Manager with drafts and issuance of proposals, RFPs, tenders, budgets, cash flows, and schedules.
• Issue contracts, LOIs, Purchase Orders, etc.
• Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Plan and procure Owner Furnished Equipment and provide representation for shipyard work periods (some travel).
• Track labor costs, expenses, and timelines; evaluate progress of designers and contractors.
• Maintain contract execution tracking log, including change orders.
• Control all project data through lifecycle stages.
• Prepare substantial completion certificates and closeout documents.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Tracking

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Requires a BS in a technical discipline, 5+ years in shipyard settings, and strong communication skills. Travel to project sites in the US and abroad is necessary. Experience with Microsoft Project and PMP preferred.