What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Program Manager position at FINCANTIERI MARINE SYSTEMS LLC?

Job Description

Description :

Primary Purpose and Function :

The Assistant Program Manager is a seasoned producer and / or working task leader who applies a comprehensive and in-depth working knowledge of financial / business concepts, contract management, policies, practices, processes, and procedures to the management of ship service contracts programs. A successful assistant program manager works alongside the program manager, with general guidance from management. Errors at this level can cause significant delays, expenses, and / or disruption to the organization. Assists with the preparation and maintains management control (financial / business planning and scheduling) systems for moderately complex contracts, programs, projects, and / or tasks to determine and maintain the most cost-effective method of accomplishing work, identify and mitigate risks, etc. Contracts may range in value from $5 to $20 million.

Skills and Qualifications :

Demonstrates strong organizational skills, successful problem resolution, and time management skills.
Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition and aligns department with strategic goals.
Demonstrates a proven ability to manage multiple projects from multiple customers simultaneously.
Demonstrates strong financial literacy, including the ability to read / analyze program and department budgets and implement cost-saving measures where applicable.
Working knowledge of cost schedule management.
Working knowledge of change management.
Working knowledge of risk / opportunity management.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Microsoft Project and Excel).
Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work on seaborn vessels and in uncomfortable working environments.
Regularly required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces.

Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) or equivalent; or three (3) to five (5) years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Three (3) years experience in project leadership .

Three (3) years of United States government contracting experience is preferred.

Working knowledge of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Standard Items and Familiarization with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) rules and regulations.

Not required but highly desirable : a current PMP certification

Primary Responsibility (Functions / Duties) :

Involves regular interaction with all levels of FMS's operations / senior staff, customers, regulatory bodies, and major suppliers.

Assists the Service Department with preparing accurate quotations for the various FMS Programs.

Ensures service quotes are submitted accurately and on time.

Communicate with the customers regularly for status updates regarding submitted quotes.

Processes contracts / orders received in response to submitted service quotes.

Develop a working knowledge of the work being quoted to be able to address questions from customers.

Ensures all contract deliverables have been provided prior to closing the project.

Participates in regular interface meetings with other FMS departments to ensure effective information flow, provides program guidance, and obtains program / contract status.

Attends "as required" meetings to participate in the resolution of issues related to the project to which they have been assigned.

Communicates with program customers to provide project status and resolves issues ranging from schedule and technical compliance to service and warranty clarification.

Other duties may be assigned as needed.

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