Project Manager (Coast Guard Projects)

Project Manager - Job Description

Bayonne Drydock & Repair, Corp. is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing team. This position will be responsible for the coordination of projects and the overall success of projects.

Mobile Boat Hoist/Commercial Operation

Abstract: Responsible for the safe and efficient completion of Drydocking projects for Bayonne Drydock and Repair’s Mobile Boat Hoist (“Travel-Lift”), which will include certain Government customers (Coast Guard, Army Corp. of Engineers, etc.)

Project Planning:

• Review entire specification and develop a detailed project plan. Project plan should include manpower needs, subcontractor intervention, timelines, and an outline of material requirements.
• Ensure that all work scopes are delegated to in-house personnel before project start.
• Confirm that all subcontractor intervention related to the original work scope is delegated before project start.
• Anticipate challenges that might confront the project in the future and develop mitigating strategies to address same.
• Identify anticipated areas for contract change orders/growth work, share strategy with supervisors, and confirm award of additional work.
• Interface with Dockmaster to schedule and ensure the safe docking and undocking of the vessel.

Project Management:

• Orchestrate the daily production meeting with supervisors and management members. This is a non-delegable responsibility absent an ongoing emergency.
• Develop “Plan of the Day” for each trade to ensure the project remains on schedule.
• Immediately identify significant project inefficiencies to BDD Management. Examples include individual work items that are in danger of not be completed within the performance period.
• Oversee Quality Assurance (QA) Department’s effective scheduling of checkpoints, inspections, and item signoffs.
• Meet weekly with supervisors to confirm the delegation of work items understanding of work scope, order of appropriate materials and project timeline.
• Collect weekend manpower list and evaluate for efficiency given outstanding work scope.
• Generate disciplinary action forms for substandard employee performance by supervisors. Regularly nominate employees for Employee-of-the-Month.
• Participate in contract change order negotiations to justify position of BDD.

Project Reporting:

• Ensure condition reports and shipyard work orders are submitted in a timely fashion.
• Delegate responsibility to Quality Assurance, Purchasing and Estimating Departments to effectuate the streamlining of paperwork.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in project management or similar role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other software applications required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients and team members.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment with varying levels of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be highly organized and able to prioritize tasks based on importance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Yearly bonus
• Yearly pay

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person