Program Manager 4

S&B Houston•New Orleans, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager 4 is a senior program management role responsible for independently leading large, complex, or multiple concurrent ship design programs involving new building, conversion, or repair projects. The role is accountable for program planning, resource forecasting and deployment, budget management, schedule performance, and customer satisfaction, ensuring goals are achieved within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. It serves as the senior customer interface, provides strategic direction to program teams, and coordinates with department directors, discipline leads, and executive leadership. The position manages Program Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, and technical personnel across one or more programs, providing work direction, performance guidance, and professional development. It coordinates staffing and resource deployment with department heads and discipline directors. The role also supports proposal development, improves program management processes, and captures lessons learned at program close-out. TAI Engineers, LLC is a marine solutions company providing engineering and production support services to customers in the United States and abroad. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of S&B, was founded in 1993, and is ISO 9001-2015 Certified for Design, Engineering, Integrated Logistics and Program Management Services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Naval Architecture, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related technical management field from an accredited college or university.
At least 10 years of experience in program management, project engineering, production design, or technical program execution in a marine or government contracting environment, including leadership of large or complex multidisciplinary programs.
At least 5 years of shipyard construction experience.
Expert knowledge of program planning, budget management, resource optimization, and schedule control for ship design programs.
Advanced knowledge of ship design and construction practices, classification society requirements such as ABS and DNV, and applicable government regulations such as USCG and NAVSEA.
Demonstrated ability to manage executive-level customer relationships, lead high-performing program teams, and resolve complex programmatic issues.
Proficiency with project planning tools and ERP software, such as Primavera, Microsoft Project, and Deltek.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; draft reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information effectively.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts including probability and statistics, geometry, trigonometry, Boolean logic, basic calculus, and numerical approximation to practical engineering problems.
Ability to participate in occasional shipyard or construction-site field trips, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Engineering Management or Business Administration.
PMP certification or equivalent.
Experience with U.S. Government contracts, including NAVSEA, USCG, or Army Corps of Engineers, and familiarity with FAR/DFARS requirements.
Experience with earned value management (EVM) or EVMS-compliant reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of large, complex, or multiple concurrent ship design programs, ensuring goals are met within prescribed time frames and funding parameters.
Develop and manage program plans covering objectives, schedules, funding, staffing, risks, and contractual obligations.
Serve as the senior customer interface and manage executive-level customer relationships.
Forecast, plan, and deploy engineering, design, project management, and technical resources across program phases.
Manage program budgets and cost performance, analyze trends and variances, and implement corrective actions.
Develop and manage program execution strategies, including vendor and subcontractor support, contract management, and make-or-buy decisions.
Identify and manage program risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate critical issues when appropriate.
Lead program staffing activities and direct assignment and performance management of team members.
Direct multidisciplinary program teams, providing strategic guidance, mentoring, and accountability.
Ensure performance against contractual commitments; manage scope change control and negotiate customer change orders.
Coordinate with department directors and discipline managers to resolve technical and resource conflicts across programs.
Review and approve program status reports, deliverable registers, earned value reports, and customer-facing documentation.
Lead program reviews, milestone briefings, and technical interchange meetings with customers and executive leadership.
Use financial reporting, earned value data, and performance measures to forecast outcomes and develop recovery plans.
Ensure programs comply with company project methodology, quality requirements, and compliance obligations.
Lead or contribute to proposal development, including program plans, staffing estimates, and cost-volume inputs.
Improve program management tools, processes, and reporting practices across the organization.
Evaluate programs at close-out, capture lessons learned, and implement improvements.
Follow company safety, environmental, quality assurance, and security programs.
Mentor Program Managers and project management personnel at all levels.
Perform other related activities as directed.