Shipyard Project Manager – Compartment Closeout at TMMG

Vancouver, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compartment Closeout Planning, Field Execution, Physical Verification, Watertight Integrity Control, Boundary Integrity, Coatings Management, Configuration Management, Stakeholder Communication, Shipyard Sequencing, Drawing Interpretation, Compliance Awareness, Project Management, Attention To Detail, Risk Management, Checklist Driven, Field Communication

Industry

Maritime Transportation

Description

Description Background check, US Citizenship, CAC, abd a drug screening are requirements of this job. The Shipyard Project Manager – Compartment Closeout is responsible for end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of compartment closeout activities on a new-construction vessel program. This role owns compartment readiness from active production through final closeout and turnover, ensuring each space is complete, compliant, clean, and configuration-controlled prior to insulation, decking, joiner work, or permanent structural closure. This position operates as the single point of accountability for compartment completion, coordinating engineering, production, quality, coatings, and test stakeholders to prevent premature closeout, downstream rework, access loss, and inspection failures. The successful candidate is a deck-plate, execution-first project manager who understands shipyard sequencing and is comfortable holding the line when a compartment is not ready to close. Requirements Key Responsibilities Compartment Closeout Planning & Ownership Own assigned compartments from “work-in-progress” through final closeout and turnover Plan and manage closeout sequencing in coordination with production schedules Maintain compartment closeout status, readiness tracking, and punch-list resolution Approve or reject compartment closeout based on readiness, compliance, and risk Prevent premature closure of compartments with open work, deficiencies, or documentation gaps Field Execution & Physical Verification Lead and conduct onboard walkdowns to verify completion of: Structural work (welds, penetrations, foundations) Piping, HVAC, electrical, and outfit installations Required access, clearances, labeling, and maintainability Verify drains, bilges, ventilation paths, and access routes are complete and unobstructed Coordinate corrective actions with trades and supervision to achieve readiness Watertight, Boundary, & Integrity Control Manage verification of watertight boundaries, collars, sleeves, doors, hatches, and penetrations Confirm fire boundaries (as applicable) are installed per drawings and standards Ensure boundary integrity is achieved prior to insulation or permanent closeout Coatings, Preservation & Cleanliness Management Coordinate with coatings and preservation teams to confirm surface prep and coatings are complete Ensure compartments are clean, free of debris, oil, and FOD prior to closeout Verify equipment protection and preservation are in place before access is lost Documentation & Configuration Management Ensure as-built conditions align with drawings and approved work packages Drive closure of NCRs, RFIs, and ECNs affecting compartment readiness Complete and approve compartment closeout checklists and turnover documentation Protect configuration control once compartments are closed and inaccessible Coordination & Stakeholder Communication Interface daily with production, engineering, QA, coatings, electrical, piping, and test teams Communicate readiness status, deficiencies, and risks clearly to supervisors and management Escalate issues with facts, photos, and documented impacts—not opinion Support test and trials readiness by ensuring compartments meet integrity and access requirements Required Knowledge & Skills Shipyard & Technical Knowledge Shipboard compartments and naming conventions Structural, piping, HVAC, and electrical installation fundamentals Ability to interpret: Structural drawings P&IDs Electrical one-lines and cable schedules Compartment arrangement and system drawings Compliance & Inspection Awareness Familiarity with shipyard quality practices Understanding of watertight integrity and boundary requirements Working knowledge of fire boundary concepts Experience supporting inspections and test readiness (USCG, ABS, Navy, or Owner reps) Execution & Project Management Skills Strong attention to detail and follow-through Confidence to delay or stop closeout when requirements are not met Ability to prioritize critical closeout items versus deferrable work Organized, checklist-driven, and disciplined with documentation and tracking Strong field communication and coordination skills Required Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Marine, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical) or equivalent shipyard experience 5+ years experience in shipbuilding, vessel construction, or major refit Proven experience managing deck-plate execution, inspections, or production closeout Comfortable working onboard vessels in active construction environments U.S. Citizenship (program requirement) Preferred Experience New construction vessel programs Aluminum vessel construction Prior compartment closeout, production management, QA, or superintendent roles Experience supporting military or government vessel programs

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Responsibilities

The Shipyard Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of compartment closeout activities, owning compartment readiness from active production through final closeout and turnover. This role coordinates various stakeholders to ensure each space is complete, compliant, clean, and configuration-controlled before permanent closure.