Project Manager, Shipyards

Saronic Technologies•Brownsville, TX

11d

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is seeking execution-focused Project Managers to coordinate work across its shipyard organization. Reporting to Shipyard Operations leadership, the Project Manager owns project schedules, risks, and follow-through, and provides leaders and partners with clear status updates. The role is offered at varying levels based on experience and background, with location and assignment determined by the candidate’s background, skillset, and regional preference across shipyards and functional teams. The Project Manager plans and runs projects from kickoff through handover, managing scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and success metrics. The role coordinates with engineering, construction, functional teams, vendors, and contractors to keep work aligned and deliveries on track. It requires identifying and escalating risks early, maintaining current schedules and action items, upholding safety and quality standards, and communicating project status clearly to leaders, including those who are not engineers. The position is suited to accountable project owners who drive execution and results in a fast-changing environment. Willingness to work on site and travel as needed is required. The role may involve prolonged desk and computer work and occasional movement around an office, with occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 20 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Project management experience in shipbuilding, heavy industrial, construction, defense, or a similar complex environment; typically 5+ years, varying by level.
Proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Experience working with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to drive results across teams without direct authority.
Proficiency with project management tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Jira.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Willingness to work on site and travel as needed.
For roles based in the United States, eligibility for “U.S. Person” status is required because the role requires access to export-controlled information or items.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a shipyard, naval, or maritime setting.
PMP or similar certification.

Responsibilities

Own project scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and success metrics.
Plan and run projects from kickoff through handover.
Track progress weekly and keep schedules, risks, and action items current.
Coordinate with engineering, construction, and functional teams to keep work aligned.
Manage vendors and contractors, including tracking deliveries and open items.
Identify risks early and raise issues with leadership before they grow, providing options.
Prioritize safety and ensure work meets safety and quality standards.
Report project status in plain language to leaders who are not engineers, using shared project management standards.

Benefits

Medical insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the employee premium and 80% of dependent premiums.
Dental and vision insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the basic-plan employee premium and 80% of dependent premiums.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Paid maternity and paternity leave.
Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
401(k) plan with company match.
Stock options.
Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Discounted pet insurance options, including a 24/7 telehealth helpline.
Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.