REPORTS TO: Program Manager SUPERVISES: Project Coordinators AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages all aspects of the planning and execution of the paint subcontractor to ensure tasks are carried out in accordance with the subcontract agreement. Principal point of contact for the paint subcontractor and final approval authority of subcontractor payments and change notices Ensures that the paint coatings processes are carried out to contract requirements and on plan and to budget. Leads the paint Project Coordinators assigned to the construction projects. Focuses the sequencing of work and monitors progress against the baseline schedule and budget Attends weekly Project Team meetings to review and report on progress against the baseline schedule, critical path, and budget; procurement status; project risk; resource requirements; subcontractor issues; review of corrective actions; and general business. Identifies and manages project coatings specific risks. Monitor all coatings specific labor and material budgets, forecasts, and actuals; and liaises with the Program Manager, Project Manager, Material Program Manager, Program Engineer, and other project stakeholders throughout the project on any cost or schedule issues. Monitor all coatings schedules and resource plans and resolve any abnormalities with the Project Managers. Monitor the subcontractors’ compliance to housekeeping standards, PPE and safe behavior and assign housekeeping responsibilities, as appropriate, to ensure a safe working environment. Liaises with the facility maintenance team to ensure that the paint facility is well maintained and ensures issues are managed to completion promptly Ensure a smooth interaction between all Departments and external contractors and resolve any conflicts that may hinder the construction schedule. Supply input to all contract changes affecting construction and manage efficient shipboard incorporation of approved changes. Maintain and manage lessons learned and proactively drive efficiencies into the paint coatings execution to mitigate cost and schedule Ensure pre paint module preparedness for each paint milestone and manage/maintain applicable readiness review checklists with the Project team to ensure the modules are ready to be painted Monitor paint quality standards. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with onsite customer representatives and counterparts. Manage direct report compliance with Austal procedures and employee handbook. Identify and support program management in resolving instances of Loss, Theft, Damage, or Destroyed CFE/GFE. QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management or Engineering Technology and 6 years managing a blast and paint facility including final vessel paint on the ship ways/ drydock and waterborne shipbuilding/repair, construction, manufacturing or industrial projects required 10 years of experience in managing a blast and paint facility including final vessel paint on the ship ways/drydock and waterborne, shipbuilding/repair, construction, manufacturing or industrial projects accepted in lieu of above experience and has a NACE CIP level 2 qualification or better. Completion of a recognised project management course with a complete understanding of the principles of earned value, scheduling is preferred. Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS). Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. TOOLS: None DIRECTION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to assign work DISCRETION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to correct and discipline, recommend pay increase, and process grievances. LIAISES WITH: Liaise with suppliers, external contractors, Classification Societies, Flag authorities and Customers and/or their representatives as required. ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: Must be able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance. Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check Equal Employment Commitment Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932. Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion. Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va. With the most modern steel panel line in the shipbuilding industry, Austal USA’s facility is capable of supporting the manufacture of both aluminum and steel ships. Austal USA leverages a moving module production line and strict adherence to lean manufacturing principles to consistently deliver on-schedule and on-budget. Austal USA is currently under contract for several programs, including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Heritage-class Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), the TAGOS-25 ocean surveillance ships, the Spearhead-class Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF), the Navajo-class Towing, Salvage and Rescue ships (T-ATS), the Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), the Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock Medium (AFDM), and the Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), and is supporting Navy unmanned vessel programs leveraging its advanced machinery control system. Austal USA’s service business provides global support to U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command and other customers. Austal USA’s San Diego Service Center includes a waterfront facility that will have the capability to drydock small combatants and similar sized ships. Earning 23 safety excellence awards, Austal USA continues to be one of the safest shipyards in America.