Vessel Construction Manager

Aerotek • Pascagoula, MS • 11h ago

Job Title: Vessel Construction Manager

Location: Cleveland, OH (Will offer relocation compensation)

Pay: $85k-$100k

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Vessel Construction Manager to oversee the successful fulfillment of all new construction contracts. You will ensure the safe and effective completion of projects on time, within budget, and with high quality. As a Vessel Construction Manager, you will establish new construction processes and determine the best methods to achieve cost-effective results without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of 20 personnel in the new construction industry.

Identify and resolve potential problems during projects.

Mitigate and manage risks found during new construction projects.

Monitor and oversee progress to ensure compliance with specifications and client requirements.

Ensure all details of the construction program, including welding, machinery installation, electrical, auxiliary systems, outfitting, commissioning, sea trials, and delivery, are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Handle multiple and varied fabrication, production, and engineering-related assignments.

Oversee all new construction projects, including personnel management, budget control, scheduling, purchasing, and vendor tracking.

Travel may be required occasionally, estimated at less than 20%.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in estimation, construction management, budgeting, scheduling, troubleshooting, supervision, shipbuilding, and repair.

Proficient use of Microsoft Office software.

Working knowledge of ABS Rules and experience working with ABS, Lloyds, DNV, BV, and others.

Minimum of 3 years in the Ship Building/Repair Industry with at least 5 years of supervisory experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in shipyard/steel construction.

Excellent problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage competing priorities.

Utilization of the company's job cost and purchasing software system (training provided if needed).

Why Work Here?

Enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, vacation time, sick time, and company-paid holidays. Join a friendly and supportive working environment.

Work Environment

The role primarily involves working inside and outside in a shipyard. The position is primarily shoreside and based in Cleveland, Ohio.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pascagoula, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pascagoula,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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