Structural Department Manager

Newport News, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 140000 - 150000

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Structural Department Manager

Direct Hire Superior Skilled Trades
Honolulu HIMust be willing to relocateRelocation Assistance Provided
$140000$150000/year (DOE) Full-Time Must Be Flexible with Work Hours 20% Performance Bonus 2x a year

Why Join Us

Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a leading Hawaii-based ship repair organization supporting U.S. Navy and commercial vessels with repair maintenance and modernization services. Safety is a core value and schedule execution drives success.

Were seeking a strong proactive Structural Department Manager to lead Structural Pipe and Labor Departments while driving accountability efficiency and continuous improvement. This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across executive leadership and project teams.

What Youll Do

Lead and manage Structural Pipe and Labor Departments supporting ship repair and modernization projects.

Oversee structural steel fabrication hull modifications deck and bulkhead repairs piping installation and testing and general labor support.

Ensure all work complies with NAVSEA Standard Items U.S. Navy requirements OSHA and regulatory standards.

Drive department productivity quality and on-time schedule performance.

Develop and track daily weekly and project-based production metrics.

Implement systems for accountability in labor materials equipment and financial performance.

Coordinate with executive leadership Production Engineering Planning and PMO to remove bottlenecks.

Lead hot work operations including permitting fire watch and safety compliance.

Grow department capabilities to reduce subcontractor dependence and expand business opportunities.

Train and develop Assistant Superintendents Foremen Leads and production teams.

Support hiring workforce planning performance reviews discipline and CBA compliance.

Advise Project Managers on status obstacles and recovery plans to beat project goals.

Champion new technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

What Were Looking For

10 years of shipyard or heavy industrial experience (required).

Extensive knowledge of ship repair processes and federal contract environments.

Experience with U.S. Navy ship repair and NAVSEA regulations (preferred).

Strong leadership presence with the ability to build accountability and department culture.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints drawings and technical specifications.

Experience managing structural welders fitters pipefitters and labor crews.

Strong communication skills verbal and written.

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.

High School Diploma required; Associates Degree in Industrial Trades/Applied Science preferred.

Work Authorization & Clearance Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for base access).

Must be able to obtain TWIC and DBIDS credentials.

Must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.

Valid Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Drivers License (Class 3 or higher) or valid U.S. Passport Hawaii Drivers License.

Reliable transportation required.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive executive-level salary.

Opportunity to lead a major department in Hawaiis ship repair industry.

High-visibility leadership role with impact on company growth.

Career advancement opportunities.

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Structural Department ManagerDirect Hire Superior Skilled Trades Honolulu HIMust be willing to relocateRelocation Assistance Provided $140000$150000/year (DOE) Full-Time Must Be Flexible with Work Hours 20% Performance Bonus 2x a yearWhy Join UsSuperior Skilled Trades is partnered with a leading...