CVN Project Manager

Overview:

We currently have 2 openings for Project Managers in Norfolk, VA with ship repair/maintenance experience. Some new construction experience is fine, but the preference is heavy on the repair side. The current breakdown at the moment is needing 2 Project Managers with CVN class ship experience. Great positions for E5's and above getting out of the Navy who want to get into project management.

Description:

+ Coordinates and schedules all work on vessel, providing work list for department heads. Liaison between port engineer and department heads. Schedules visit and/or inspections with regulatory bodies. +

Estimating:

Supplies support on bids. Estimates additional items to the work package. +

Billing:

Tracks all job cost. Provides weekly billing projections. Prepares, edits and proofreads correspondence, invoices, and related materials. Submits completed invoices to the billing department for payment. + Solid knowledge on ship engineering and operational systems. Extremely organized and excels in time management. Sets short term and long-term goals strategically prioritizing each job schedule and coordinating department man hours. + Implements, manages and coordinates the repairs of vessels in a shipyard in a safe manner. + Responsible for budget, schedule, and quality for the project assigned. + Responsible to establish the contract baseline and for maintaining that baseline for the life of the project. + Establishes budgets and approve schedules for the project. + Determines the scope of the work package, evaluates the ability of the Production Department to support the work package, and recommends modification of the work package. + Approves all time charges and material expenditures, unless he specifically delegates some of those duties to his assigned supervisors. + Identify improvements that can be made in work practices and processes. + Understand and act upon instruction. + Work independently to complete responsibilities. + Must have regular, reliable attendance.

Qualifications:

+ Ship repair and maintenance experience. + Minimum of five years shipboard experience, either within the trades or from serving in the Navy. + CVN class ship experience/exposure. + Previous supervisory responsibilities required. + Technical training preferred. + Expert knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the trade. + Must be able to work effectively with others. + Must be a steady, reliable worker. + Must be self-motivated and able to complete responsibilities with minimal direction. + Must be able to work and communicate effectively with others. + Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.

Additional Information:

+ First shift, 6am-2:45pm, Monday-Friday. + Growth potential. + Training and development. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Norfolk, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.

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