Project Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepare detailed job take-offs, including labor and material estimates for marine repair and construction projects.

* Collaborate with the Shipyard Manager to develop bids, proposals, and cost estimates.

* Gather, interpret, and apply technical data, schedules, and historical cost records to current and future projects.

* Conduct vessel surveys and walk-throughs with clients to accurately define project scope.

* Review engineering and technical drawings to create lift and blocking plans; coordinate closely with field teams for safe execution.

* Assist in planning and sequencing work for efficient project flow.

* Track and report on ongoing project progress in collaboration with superintendents and project managers.

* Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and production to refine scopes and identify cost-saving measures.

* Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, SmartDraw, MS Excel, and Microsoft Project to support design, estimating, and scheduling functions.

* Maintain strong familiarity with inland tug and barge configurations and systems.

* Support operations involving marine travel lifts and blocking operations.

Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Minimum 5 years of practical shipyard experience focused on repair and retrofits (new build experience is a plus). * Equivalent experience in lieu of degree may be considered for exceptional candidates.

* Demonstrated experience estimating labor and materials for shipyard or marine-related projects.

* Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

* Proficient in: * Microsoft Excel * Microsoft Project * AutoCAD * SmartDraw or similar software Preferred Qualifications (if applicable): * Familiarity with marine travel lifts and inland towing vessels (tugs and barges) is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements: * Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.

May require operating machinery or working in indoor/outdoor environments.

Ability to board vessels at sea, in port, and while underway.

Work Environment: * Office environment with standard business hours with occasional extended hours as needed.