Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Pacific Shipyards International (PSI) is searching for an experienced Project Manager to join our ship repair team in Hawaii.

Position Title:

Project Manager

Reports To:

Vice President of Programs

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii

We are seeking a highly qualified Project Manager (PM) to join our Project Management team. The PM will report to the Vice President of Programs and is responsible for the management and execution of commercial and military ship repair contracts ranging from $1M up to $100M in value. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment with full responsibility for the successful outcome of his/her project.

The PM must be an excellent communicator and leader to establish and maintain working relationships with different stakeholders, including owners, managers, estimators, engineers, subcontractors, supervisors, and production workers. The PM must have experience and knowledge of government contracts, estimating methods, project scheduling, and be comfortable negotiating contract changes with the customer. Additionally, the PM should have experience aboard ships as well as experience with traditional marine engineering and shipboard equipment.

The PM will need to read and understand complex work specifications, diagrams, blueprints, technical manuals, test procedures, and NAVSEA Standard Items.

The Project Manager must be knowledgeable of Project Management principles such as scheduling and work sequencing, risk management, performance management, and change management. The PM must be effective in scheduling and coordinating multiple resources such as labor, equipment, material, and subcontract support. The PM must be capable of conducting daily and weekly meetings with all stakeholders ranging from executive management to customers.

These meetings may include production meetings, weekly progress meetings, conferences, and formal reviews.

• The focal point for customer interaction to manage ship repair contracts while ensuring schedule and cost are met
• Supervises project management staff
• Coordinates changes to contract to ensure timely implementation and completion
• Interfaces with vessel’s stakeholders on day‑to‑day matters

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 10 years of ship repair or marine industry experience
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience
• PMP certification desirable
• Knowledge of managing federal contracts
• Knowledge of shipboard tag‑out procedures and government Work Authorization (WAF) controls
• Previous experience or training in work sequencing and scheduling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project or similar scheduling software

• Proof of legal right to work in the United States and U.S. citizenship due to required security clearance for base access
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Ability to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites
• All candidates must submit to and pass a post‑offer drug screening and background check before employment begins
• Valid State of Hawaii REAL ‑Compliant Driver’s License in good standing or a valid U.S. Passport in addition to a valid Hawaii Driver’s License; if you do not have a REAL ‑Compliant Driver’s License, class 3 or higher
• Reliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on time
• Flexible in work hours

• Committed to company values and adheres to all policies and procedures
• Performs duties of his/her job as assigned
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude and conducts himself/herself with integrity and professionalism
• Communicates regularly with officers, managers and supervisors about different divisions and department issues
• Consistently on time for work, meetings and appointments and delivers work projects by assigned due dates
• Maintains assigned work areas in a clean and orderly fashion
• Ensures safety of all assigned…