Project Manager - Marine

Hiller Companies•HARAHAN, LA

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for bringing each project in on or under budget by controlling costs and forecasting revenue and costs throughout the project lifecycle. The role manages a portfolio of concurrent new construction, retrofit, and conversion projects of varying sizes on vessels such as OSVs, tugs, barges, towboats, and ferries. The Project Manager coordinates with vessel owners, operators, shipyards, and internal teams, and manages project schedules, budgets, resources, materials, subcontractors, change orders, documentation, safety requirements, testing, commissioning, and closeout. The position also ensures compliance with applicable USCG and classification society approvals, SOLAS and flag state requirements, and closeout documentation.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience.
Sound, practical understanding of shipboard construction, retrofit, and project management, and working knowledge of planning and scheduling tasks.
Good organization and time-management skills, including responsibility for following through on, completing, and documenting tasks, action items, and QA items in a timely manner.
Strong budget and cost-control management skills.
Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
Experience in conflict and dispute resolution.
Ability to assess construction and service manpower requirements for contracts and construction phases.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating and scheduling software.
Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, including above ceiling spaces, crawl spaces, on ladders, and on high-lift equipment.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card and required shipyard safety credentials, such as confined-space and OSHA training.
Ability to obtain required job clearances, including passing a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Industry-specific project management capability in marine, shipyard, offshore, and/or fire protection.
Working knowledge of SOLAS, the FSS Code, USCG regulations (46 CFR), NFPA standards, and classification society rules, including ABS, DNV, and Lloyd’s.
NICET II certification or higher.

Responsibilities

Assist with proposal activities and attend pre-bid, owner, and shipyard kickoff meetings.
Conduct vessel walk-downs and condition surveys, select subcontractors, maintain project documentation, and manage material purchases throughout each project.
Manage project budgets, change orders, man-loading charts, weekly progress reports, material and equipment delivery dates, completion dates, and other project controls.
Forecast project revenue and costs, control costs, and work to bring each project in on or under budget.
Manage rental equipment, staging, dockside delivery and pickup schedules, and shipyard services such as cranes and lifts to minimize costs.
Develop and maintain project schedules and coordinate installation sequencing with shipyard schedules, drydock dates, and other trades.
Coordinate submission of system drawings and calculations to USCG, classification societies, and flag administrations; maintain as-built and working drawings.
Consult with vessel owners, naval architects, engineers, surveyors, and the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
Act as the primary interface for vessel owners, operators, and shipyards.
Attend shipyard and construction meetings and maintain accurate records of meetings, yard schedules, vessel availability windows, and owner requests.
Maintain project safety programs, including hot work permits, confined space entry, and vessel-specific safety requirements.
Plan and coordinate system testing and commissioning, including hydrostatic, flow, alarm, and discharge tests.
Coordinate witness testing with USCG inspectors, class surveyors, and owner representatives through final acceptance, punch list closure, and vessel delivery.
Ensure project closeout requirements and documentation are completed, including applicable USCG and classification society approvals and SOLAS and flag state requirements.
Coordinate with field management to manage resources and meet shipyard schedules, testing and delivery dates, and budgets.
Attend weekly operations and finance meetings and provide percentage-of-completion and cost-to-complete updates.
Perform other duties as business needs require.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package with pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement plans.
Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
Critical illness and accident insurance.
Paid time off.
Company-provided training, tools, and equipment.
$150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots.
Career advancement potential within a growing company.