Shipyard Project Manager – Government Operations

𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 – 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀Trade Lane Talent is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Shipyard Project Manager – Government Operations to join an established ship repair organization in Northern New Jersey.This is a senior, hands-on project leadership role responsible for the safe and efficient execution of complex drydock repair and maintenance projects supporting U.S. Government vessels, including MSC and MARAD programs. The Project Manager will have direct responsibility for project execution, scheduling, manpower planning, subcontractor coordination, quality, safety, customer communication, and overall project performance.𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦• Review project specifications and develop comprehensive execution plans covering manpower, subcontractors, schedules, and material requirements• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules and Gantt charts• Coordinate in-house labor and subcontractor work scopes prior to and throughout project execution• Anticipate project risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect schedule and performance• Identify and manage potential growth work and contract change orders• Coordinate vessel docking and undocking activities with the Dockmaster• Lead daily production meetings with supervisors, management, and customer representatives• Review daily work plans and ensure execution remains aligned with project schedules• Monitor project performance and escalate schedule or production risks as necessary• Coordinate QA inspections, checkpoints, and final signoffs• Work closely with supervisory personnel to verify work delegation, material requirements, manpower, and schedule alignment• Participate in contract change-order negotiations• Coordinate across Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Estimating, Production, and other shipyard functions to keep projects moving efficiently𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦• Proven experience managing large-scale shipyard and drydock vessel repair projects• Experience with U.S. Government vessel repair strongly preferred• Strong understanding of complex ship repair work scopes, production planning, subcontractor management, and drydock operations• Proficiency in Microsoft Project is required• Strong leadership, planning, organizational, and communication skills• Ability to operate effectively in a high-intensity shipyard environment with demanding schedules and deadlines• Ability to work on-site in Northern New Jersey• Weekend availability as project requirements dictate𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗙𝗜𝗧𝗦Compensation is competitive and dependent on experience and qualifications, with flexibility for candidates who bring significant shipyard, drydock, and government vessel repair experience.Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with a 5% company match, paid vacation, paid sick time, and paid holidays.𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Northern New Jersey𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘: Full-Time, On-Site𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬: Ship Repair / Drydock / Maritime / Government Vessel RepairThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced shipyard professional to take ownership of complex government vessel repair projects in an active drydock environment.𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬Apply directly through LinkedIn or send your resume confidentially to:Cory WyattFounder & PrincipalTrade Lane Talentcory@tradelanetalent.comtradelanetalent.comAll inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially.Trade Lane Talent and its client are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination.