Deputy Program Manager 2331 Position Available In Jackson, Mississippi

GENERAL FUNCTION

Manages the fulfillment of contractual obligations for assigned programs. Serves as official delegate with the customer when the Program Manager is unavailable. Coordinates all functional organization activities and support for the program. Reports directly to the Program Manager or VP of Program Management.

TYPICAL DUTIES

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

One of the primary Customer Interface for the assigned programManage all program activities; providing communication, guidance and direction to all functional departments necessary to achieve program requirements and objectivesManage the distribution of Management ReserveEstablish, maintain and manage program risks and opportunitiesPrepare major financial upside/downside chart; monetized & tied to the program financialsTime-phase the margin step up opportunities across the program schedule timelineTrack Performance to PMBManage, measure and report progress to cost and schedule targets using earned value management system metricsConstantly monitor physical progress and periodically update the equivalent annual cost and estimate to completionLead weekly functional meetings to discuss and effect performance trendsPartner with assigned production leadership to eliminate obstacles standing in way of achieving safety, cost, schedule and quality objectives.

For multi-vessel programs, establish additional methods to measure progress and performance to cost & schedule targets and demonstrate vessel-to-vessel learningVessel-to-vessel learning examples:

Unit assembly completion ratesPercent of pre-outfitting (pre/post blast & paint and pre/post erection)Compartment and tank completion process/burn-down/rates (craft specific)Test Program burn-downDevelop & execute recovery/work-around plans to remain on cost & schedule targetsContinuously seek out and pursue program cost reduction opportunities and schedule improvement initiativesExecute major milestone event activity including system light off, launch , government equipment loadout and deliveryChange order, Configuration Management and ControlManage the engineering change proposal (ECP) processMaintain the configuration baselineMonitor vessel production, Test & Trials Program, and Build-To-Test activitiesEnsure efficient performance of vessel production, test & trialsEnsure vessel-to-vessel learning is incorporated into downstream vesselsEnsure readiness for builders trials (BT) and acceptance trials (AT)Conduct trial card screening & ensure correction of “Contractor” responsible cardsPrepare for and conduct periodic program reviews for both internal and external consumptionManage the post-delivery warranty/guaranteePromote special studiesPromote new business opportunities

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Possess strong, practical experience in project management gained thru managing large, complex projects.

Knowledge and experience in executing project and program management methods and techniques.

Strong leadership and management skills.

Ability to lead a wide range of individuals and teams involved in the program.

Ability to develop and execute effective action plans to correct program problems and issues.

Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communications skills.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Project Management or Engineering preferred. Considerable experience managing both administrative and production areas or any equivalent combination of experience and training which results in the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Project Management Professional Certification is a plus.

Program Manager A:

5+ years’ experience in program management.

Program Manager B:

3-5 years’ experience in program management.

Program Manager C 0-3 years’ experience in program management.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

VT Halter Marine is an EOE/AAP Employer.