Project Manager, Shipyards

The role

Project Managers will own project scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and success metrics. You will plan and run projects from kickoff through handover while working with engineering, construction, and functional teams.

What you will do

• Own project scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and success metrics
• Plan and run projects from kickoff through handover
• Track progress every week and keep schedules, risks, and action items current
• Work with engineering, construction, and functional teams to keep everyone lined up
• Manage vendors and contractors, including tracking deliveries and open items
• Spot risks early and raise problems with leadership
• Keep safety first and make sure work meets safety and quality standards
• Report status in plain language to leaders who are not engineers

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Project management experience in shipbuilding, heavy industrial, construction, defense, or a similar complex environment (typically 5+ years, varying by level)
• Proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, and suppliers
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to drive results across teams without direct authority
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Jira
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Willingness to work on site and travel as needed
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment

Nice to have

• Experience in a shipyard, naval, or maritime setting
• PMP or similar certification

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protect

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.