Watercraft Program Manager (WPM)

QED Systems, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Basic Life insurance

supplemental insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Q.E.D. Systems, Inc.

in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area seeks a Watercraft Program Manager to lead and oversee all watercraft projects, including maintenance, repair, testing, and prototyping of boats and related systems. You will handle project estimating, staffing, procurement, travel, logistics, and coordination with OEMs and subcontractors, while reporting status and controlling costs, schedules, and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or managerial field OR HS diploma or GED with 5 years of management experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• PMP Certification or equivalent PM experience.

Responsibilities

• Will oversee all Watercraft projects including maintenance, repair, alteration, testing, troubleshooting and prototyping of boats and related systems.
• Project estimating and planning; manning and scheduling; procurement coordination; travel requirements; logistics and staging; boat transportation; OEMs and subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or managerial field

High School diploma or GED with 5 years management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PMP Certification

Job description

Join the Q.E.D. Team and Build Your Career with Us

Job Title: Watercraft Program Manager (WPM)

Job Location: Norfolk/Virginia Beach area

Job Category: Management/Supervisor

Job Status: Full-time, Exempt

Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000/year based on the level and extent of experience

Job Description: Will serve as the Q.E.D. Systems, Inc. Watercraft Program Manager (WPM) managing and overseeing all Watercraft projects, involving the maintenance, repair, alteration, testing, troubleshooting and prototyping of Boats and Watercraft and their associated systems and support equipment.

Specific responsibilities will include:

• project estimating and planning
• project manning and scheduling
• the coordination of material procurement
• required project travel
• project logistics and staging
• boat transportation
• OEMs and subcontractors

The WPM will serve as the primary company POC for reporting project status and progress; managing and directing all Boat and Watercraft Project Teams, and providing technical oversight and customer interface. The WPM will be responsible for managing all aspects of project costs, schedules, and quality assurance, including compliance with specifications, standards, and regulations.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited education institution in a technical or managerial field OR a High School diploma or GED equivalent with an additional five years of management experience.

Required Certifications/Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent PM experience.

Desired Certifications/Qualifications:

• Five plus years of relevant Project Management Experience.
• Experience with U.S. Navy Boats/Combatant Craft.
• Experience with U.S. Navy Boat Alteration (BOAT ALT) and Liaison Action Reports (LAR) Modernization packages.

Security Clearance/Naval Facility Access: U.S. citizenship required. Must be able to meet and maintain eligibility for U.S Secret Clearance and/or be able to access military facilities.

Q.E.D. offers competitive benefits including

• Paid Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Basic Life insurance
• supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program