Project Coordinator: Machine Shop - Steel America (Job ID: 740)

Project Coordinator – Machine Shop

Purpose

Steel America, a division of Colonna’s Shipyard, is seeking a Project Coordinator for its Machine Shop in Norfolk, VA.

The Project Coordinator provides project support to one or more CSI waterfront project teams. This position must work closely with Shop Supervision and CSI project leads and superintendents to create comprehensive action plans and budgets needed to get work accomplished quickly and efficiently.

Job Description

• Work with all shipyard superintendents/project managers to gather SOW, information, drawings and or sketches for machine shop.
• Produce sketches, reverse engineer from parts when needed.
• Gather any and all measurements needed for shipyard related work using competent machinists.
• Work with IMS to schedule CSI projects with machine shop IMS project managers and with IMS shop supervisor/s when needed – need realistic completion dates from CSI.
• Source and order shipyard related materials when needed.
• Assist superintendents with pricing work as needed.
• Write condition reports as needed.
• Arrange inspections and check points.
• Keep PCP and TIP plans updated when needed or required.
• Attend daily morning shipyard production meetings.
• Assist with tool research when needed, find suitable vendors for tooling purchases.
• Schedule/attend cross-functional meetings to facilitate collaboration when needed.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years’ experience in the following: heavy industrial/marine machining functions and construction, project management, planning, estimating, or other relevant experience.
• Must be able to exercise independent judgment with an ability to anticipate production issues in advance.
• Must have strong problem solving and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate clearly and effectively with management.
• Must have strong attention to detail and precise documentation.
• Must possess general knowledge in welding, fitting and burning processes, coatings (marine and structural) processes, construction manufacturing processes, materials and costing methods.
• Must have experience in computerized estimating, planning, and charting systems.
• Must have working knowledge of engineering and design concepts.
• Must have strong PC skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Project.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong mathematical skills and ability.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:.

• Previous experience at Colonna’s or Steel America highly preferred.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Sit, Stand, Walk, Bend, Squat, Climb, Reach, Push and Pull, Stoop, Crawl, Kneel, Balance, Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
• General shipyard/industrial environment. this type of work has physical demands that require frequent movement up to 65% of the time.
• Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Hear, talk, and smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available, but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
• A considerable amount of time is spent operating a personal computer.
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels.
  
  

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family – These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonna’s Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).