Maritime Production Manager

Maritime Production ManagerOverview

The GBS Group, an engineering services and consulting firm in Virginia Beach, VA, has an opening for a Maritime Production Manager. This position is an hourly position that leads field service/installation work onsite with reporting to the GBS Field Service Manager. The GBS Group is a commercial and government engineering services firm with a variety of contract types. Our Headquarters is located within 10 miles of the Virginia Beach resort area and downtown Norfolk’s Waterside District and includes a world class lab with configurations of some client hardware and software systems.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Managing assigned field service/installation work onsite at various locations around the U.S. and overseas. Assignment includes work preparation, material identification and logistics, personnel assignments, field service/installation work, scope changes, testing, and post-work close-out.
• Lead and mentor a varying onsite technician crew from a pool of 10-15 personnel which may include multiple teams working in varied locations simultaneously to include safety, work quality, training and qualifications, material, and logistics.
• Coordinate onsite efforts with customer reps/Ships Force personnel/shipyard reps to ensure timely reporting and efficient workflow to complete assigned work on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with the GBS Field Service Manager to deliver daily reports of work accomplished, materials and technical and/or administrative support needed, issues to successful completion, customer support required, etc.
• Coordinate with the GBS Field Service Manager on personnel assignments to ensure a mix of technical experience necessary to accomplish the assigned work within budget. Develop a list of materials, tooling and consumables required to complete the assigned work and assist in coordinating logistics to the job site and return of unused material.
• Periodically develop cost estimates for labor hours/material to accomplish future work that GBS is bidding on.

QualificationsCandidates must possess the following professional experience andqualifications:

• Must have 10+ years in the commercial maritime engineering/production industry with experience in supervising commercial electrical work teams in shipboard environments.
• Must have 5+ years in developing cost estimates for marine shipboard work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience working in collaborative environments and managing multiple teams.
• Travel requirements: 75-80% depending on where work assignments are located.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with managing commercial maritime ship repair and upgrade work in a Firm Fixed Price contracts environment is a plus.
• Verbal and written communication is a must to establish and maintain effective working relationships both up and down the chain of command as well as with customers.
• Ability to effectively manage projects that may vary in nature and scope and evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay rate: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour based on experience
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with match
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid holidays
• Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Voluntary Accident/ Critical Illness Insurance
• Company Paid:

• Basic life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability

EEO Statement

The GBS Group is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on legitimate, nondiscriminatory business reasons, including merit, qualification, experience, and abilities. Our employment policies will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, pregnancy, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation,

discipline, promotion, termination, and access to benefits and training. Any employee who feels that he or she is or has been the victim of illegal discrimination or violation of this policy should immediately notify the Chief Administrative Officer or Human Resources. Employees may file a legitimate or good faith discrimination complaint without being subject to reprisal.