Program Manager

OVERVIEW

The Program Manager 4 is a senior program management role responsible for leading the execution of large, complex, or multiple concurrent ship design programs. Operating with full independence, this role manages and coordinates all activities of ship design programs related to new building, conversion, or repair projects to ensure that program goals are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

The Program Manager 4 has full accountability for program planning, resource forecasting and deployment, budget management, schedule performance, and customer satisfaction across all assigned programs. This role serves as the senior customer interface, provides strategic direction to program teams, and coordinates closely with department directors, discipline leads, and executive leadership to deliver high-quality outcomes across the program portfolio.

TAI is a total marine solutions company that provides engineering and production support services to a wide variety of customers in the US and abroad. TAI is a wholly owned subsidiary of S&B. TAI's mission to deliver 'Solutions that Enhance Value' is the primary focus of any project that TAI undertakes. Since TAI's founding in 1993, it has brought many vessels to fruition and has more than 5,000 designs in its library.

TAI is ISO  Certified for Design, Engineering, Integrated Logistics and Program Management Services. TAI is GSA listed to provide engineering services and vessels to the US Government and we are a prime contractor on NAVSEA's Sea Port NxG program.

• Manages a team of Program Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, and technical personnel across one or more programs.
• Responsible for work direction, performance guidance, and professional development of assigned staff.
• Coordinates with department heads and discipline directors to assign and optimize personnel deployment across programs.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Naval Architecture, Project Management, Business Administration, or related technical management field from an accredited college or university.
• Master's Degree in Engineering Management or Business Administration is preferred.
• PMP certification is strongly preferred.

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in program management, project engineering, production design, or technical program execution in a marine or government contracting environment, including demonstrated leadership of large or complex multi-discipline programs.
• Minimum 5 years of shipyard construction experience.
• Expert knowledge of program planning, budget management, resource optimization, and schedule control for ship design programs.
• Advanced knowledge of ship design and construction practices, classification society requirements (ABS, DNV), and applicable government regulations (USCG, NAVSEA).
• Demonstrated ability to manage executive-level customer relationships, lead high-performing program teams, and resolve complex programmatic issues.
• Proficiency with project planning tools and ERP software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project, Deltek).
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred

Skills:

• PMP certification (Project Management Institute) or equivalent.
• Experience with U.S. Government contracts (NAVSEA, USCG, Army Corps of Engineers) and familiarity with FAR/DFARS requirements.
• Experience with earned value management (EVM) or EVMS-compliant reporting.

• Leading the full program execution of large, complex, or multiple concurrent ship design programs to ensure goals are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters.
• Developing, owning, and managing comprehensive program plans including objectives, schedules, funding parameters, staffing requirements, risk registers, and contractual obligations.
• Serving as the senior customer interface for all assigned programs; managing executive-level customer relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Planning, forecasting, and deploying program resources - engineers, designers, project managers,…