Project Manager II

Vigor Marine Group Overview

Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services. With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company.

$119,000 – $134,000

The Project Manager has full authority and responsibility for the cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, safety, and profitability of assigned ship repair and modernization projects. The incumbent serves as the primary customer interface throughout project execution and is accountable for successfully delivering projects that meet contractual requirements while exceeding customer expectations.

The Project Manager leads cross‑functional teams through all phases of project execution, including planning, engineering integration, production, testing, certification, turnover, and project closeout. Responsibilities include managing labor, materials, subcontractors, government‑furnished material, production sequencing, and customer relationships to achieve timely, safe, and profitable project completion.

Projects may include U.S. Navy Depot Selected Restricted Availabilities (DSRA), Dry‑Docking Selected Restricted Availabilities (DSRA), Depot Maintenance Periods (DMP), modernization availabilities, combat systems upgrades, machinery modernization, propulsion upgrades, electrical modernization, network upgrades, and integrated testing and certification activities.

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of NAVSEA maintenance and modernization processes, including the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), NAVSEA Standard Items, Integrated Production Scheduling (IPS), Work Authorization Forms (WAFs), Condition Found Reports (CFRs), Request for Contract Changes (RCCs), Alteration Installation Team (AIT) coordination, testing and certification requirements, and government contract administration.

• Leads all aspects of assigned ship repair and modernization projects from award through final delivery.
• Assumes full profit and loss responsibility for assigned projects.
• Develops and executes project strategies to achieve contract objectives while maximizing profitability.
• Serves as the primary customer interface for project execution, contract changes, schedule recovery efforts, and issue resolution.
• Leads project teams consisting of project engineers, superintendents, planners, schedulers, quality personnel, and subcontractors.

• Directs project planning activities including work package development, production sequencing, resource loading, material planning, subcontracting strategy, and schedule development.
• Ensures all project activities are aligned with Integrated Production Schedules (IPS), key milestones, contractual requirements, and customer expectations.
• Coordinates engineering, production, quality, logistics, testing, and subcontractor activities to ensure efficient project execution.
• Identifies project risks early and develops mitigation and recovery plans to minimize schedule and cost impacts.
• Drives execution of critical path work and continuously monitors project performance against baseline plans.

• Interprets specifications, drawings, technical work documents, contract requirements, and government directives.
• Oversees preparation, negotiation, and resolution of Condition Found Reports (CFRs), Request for Contract Changes (RCCs), and contract modifications.
• Ensures all changes are properly documented, priced, negotiated, and incorporated into project plans.
• Works closely with Contracting and Estimating personnel to maximize recovery of authorized growth work.
• Maintains detailed documentation supporting schedule impacts, change orders, claims, and equitable adjustments.

• Coordinates execution activities involving Ship’s Force, AITs,…