Arctic Security Cutter (ASC) Program Manager

ArcticSecurity Cutter (ASC) ProgramManager

Location: Galveston TX

About us:

For over 75 years Gulf Copper & Manufacturing has been a customer-driven leader in the marine and offshore industries delivering unwavering quality and an uncompromising commitment to safety integrity and environmental protection.

Benefits:

• 401 (k)
• Group Health & Dental Plan
• Short -& Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday & Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Overview and Purpose

The ASC Program Manager(PM)willbe responsible forthe set up and execution of the ASC Program. This program will be executed jointly byGulf Copper LLC in Galveston TX and Port Arthur TX and by Davie Nordik Yard Finland (DNYF) at the Helsinki Shipyard in Finland for the delivery of polar vessel for the U.S. Coast Guard based on an existing design previously built at the Helsinki Shipyard.

The role includes the development of and delivery of the program execution strategy encompassing all phases of ship design adjustments and optimization constructioncommissioningand delivery.

The PM will have responsibility for the customer relationship at the program level and for ensuring that all program management responsibilities are executed with the support of the various functional support organizations including but not limited to engineering planning project controls supply chain finance legal contracts and production

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This positionis responsible forthe following: Other duties may be assigned.

1. Develop and ensure effective implementation of the ProgramManagementPlan and related program control processes that support the program requirements.

1. Identify risk areas and recommend mitigation plans as part of the Program Management implementation approach.

1. Leadandmotivate theprogram managementteam byfostering a high performing teamcommitted toachievingthe standards andthe goalsand of the corporation.

1. Develop themanagement plans and processeswhichprovideeffective management of all design products and processes to the construction effort.

1. Manage the client-supplier relationship by acting as a key interface for client relations (ex:hosting Progress Review Meeting etc.).Identifyand communicate contractual obligations and ensure that they are always respected.

1. Supervise the development approval and issuance of client and internal status reports that proactively supportmonitor and communicate budget actual status and forecast costs labor hours and quantities for your assigned project. Ensure recommendations are provided in conjunction with these reports to provide corrective action for implementation.

1. Establish and effectivelyleveragecross-discipline relationships within the Project team tofacilitatethe achievement ofobjectives.

1. Establish the ASC Program Management team. This includes proactivelydeveloping theProgram organization chart with the definition ofroles andresponsibilitiesthe resource needs and ensuring suitable team composition is in place asrequired. Establish a plan for resource mobilization including training if needed.

1. Participate in the development and negotiation of the Build Contract for the ASC bringingshipbuilding and industry best practices.

1. Make recommendations to senior management on key issues where a decision between Gulf Copper LLC or DNYF process should be used and how/when a transition these to minimize disruption to the project while contributing to global organizationalobjectivesof standardization.

1. Define andadvisecompany leadershipand program team on specific actions to effectively manage cash flow.

1. Continuously check the coherence between the Tasks funding and the resources plan with the aim of keeping an efficient and effective Resource Plan.

1. Identifythe necessary actions to keep the Project within the expected schedule.

1. Lead theeffort tocreate andmaintainan integratedmaster schedule.

1. Laisebetween the project teamandwiththe GC LLC matrix organization.

1. Manage theshipstechnical configuration undercontractualobligations.

1. Create andmaintainproject financialcontrols.

Required Education & Experience:

1. Twentyplus (20) years of progressive experience in program management including ship design and shipbuilding experience as well asfederalgovernment contracting experience.

1. Bachelors degree in engineering construction managementbusinessadministration or related field.

1. Knowledge of government project management methods abilitytoanticipategovernment management needs andconcernsand create mitigation strategies forpotential US Coast Guard and US Navy acquisitionmanagement practicesrequired.

1. Fullproficiencyin application of skills and methods in cost and schedule control methodologies as contained in Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International (AACEi) andProject Management Institute Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBok) standard practices.

1. Working knowledge of Earned Value Measurement (EVM-ANSI EIA 748B) in design engineering procurement & construction.

1. Working knowledge ofriskmanagement principles and methodologies.

Working Conditions:

1. Periodic open-air conditions such as noisy hot coldbutmainlyinanoffice-controlledenvironment.

1. May have to visit projects aboard shipsor the customers locations.

Periodic domestic and international travelrequired

1. You mustwear hearing eye headprotectionand proper PPE whenrequired.

Necessary Equipment Operation:

1. Computer skills: MS Office (Outlook Word Excel Power Point etc.).

1. Ability to useCustomerSupplied programs or websites.

1. Office equipment including telephone scanner computer printer etc.

Special Skills:

1. Sound understanding of project delivery phases and activities performed in each phase with their associated deliverables.

1. Expert knowledge of and a demonstrated understanding of the interrelationship of a good technical project scope definition quality of the schedule and estimate construction sequence and execution procurement and contracting strategies commissioning and start up.

1. Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to clearlyidentifyand articulate issues to senior management.

1. Demonstratehighdegree of teamwork and cooperation with other teammembersincluding fast-paced deadline pressures.

The statementshereinare intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this are not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities duties and skillsrequired ofassigned personnel.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan or policy statement please email:emailprotected. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please e-mail:emailprotected.