Engineering Journal Jobs in Kaneohe, HI

Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Pacific (NAVFAC Pacific) is looking for journey level Cost Engineers.

The NAVFAC team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training.

A NAVFAC Cost Engineer provides independent, timely, and professional cost engineering products, services, and consultation for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands including minor work projects, special projects, Military Construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization, and facilities development. Utilizing knowledge of engineering and architecture as it relates to cost, a NAVFAC Cost Engineer participates in planning, budgeting, designing and construction of substantial new construction, renovation and improvement projects for a variety of complex military construction projects.

As a Cost Engineer you will:

• Conduct analysis of designs, drawings, proposals, scopes of work, and/or specifications to determine cost projections.

• Participate in design charrette workshops as the lead estimator.

• Develop comparative cost/constructability/availability analysis for alternative design scenarios.

• Develops detailed comprehensive cost estimates for complex military facilities to arrive at the project’s selected plan while maintaining cost control.

• Coordinates complex construction cost estimates with estimators from other cost disciplines to create the compelte total cost estimate including all construction trades.

A Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) of 8.64% will be added to the stated salary

Position Requirements:

• SECRET Clearance

Requirements for all NAVFAC Positions:

• A US Citizen aged 18 or older at time of hire

• Males registered or exempt from Selective Service • Determined suitable for federal employment (process includes a background check and fingerprinting)

• New employees to the Department of the Navy will need to pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

Benefits:

Our health insurance program offers you choice and flexibility to suit individual or family needs with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions, as well as a substantial employer contribution to premiums. Other health benefits include Dental and Vision Insurance programs, Flexible Spending accounts, Long Term Care Insurance and Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Program with no physical required for initial enrollment.

We offer an outstanding three-part Retirement Program encompassing our Federal Employees Retirement System, Thrift Savings Plan – a 401(k) type plan with employer contributions up to 5%, and Social Security benefits.

Additional benefits include paid holidays, sick and vacation leave and alternate work schedules.

Most of all, as a NAVFAC civilian employee you can serve your nation and support America’s warfighter. If this sounds like an opportunity and benefits you are interested in, please apply by attaching your 2-page resume.

Federal Agencies can only accept resumes up to two pages in length. For more information on what to include on your federal resume please visit the USAJobs Website:

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Pacific Shipyards International (PSI) is searching for an experienced Project Manager to join our ship repair team in Hawaii.

Position Title: Senior Project Manager

Reports To: Vice President of Programs

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

Position Summary

PSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsman with a full support staff of professionals who comprise of engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources.

We are seeking a highly qualified Project Manager (PM) to join our Project Management Team. The Project Manager will report to the Vice President of Programs and is responsible for the management and execution of commercial and military ship repair contracts ranging from $1M and up to $100M in value. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with full responsibility for the successful outcome of his/her project.

The PM must be an excellent communicator and leader to establish and maintain working relationships with different stakeholders, including owners, managers, estimators, engineers, subcontractors, supervisors, and production workers. The PM must have experience and knowledge of government contracts, estimating methods, project scheduling, and be comfortable negotiating contract changes with the customer. Additionally, the PM should have experience onboard ships as well as experience with traditional marine engineering and shipboard equipment. The PM will need to read and understand complex work specifications, diagrams, blueprints, technical manuals, test procedures, and NAVSEA Standard Items.

The Project Manager must be knowledgeable of Project Management principles such as scheduling and work sequencing, risk management, performance management, and change management. The PM must be effective in scheduling and coordinating multiple resources such as labor, equipment, material, and subcontract support.

The PM must be capable of conducting daily and weekly meetings with all stakeholders ranging from executive management to customers. These meetings may include production meetings, weekly progress meetings, conferences, and formal reviews.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The focal point for customer interaction to manage ship repair contracts
• Supervises project management staff
• Coordinates changes to contract to ensure timely implementation and completion
• Interfaces with vessel’s stakeholders on day-to-day matters

Education/Training/Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum requirement of 10 years of ship repair or marine industry experience
• Minimum requirement of 5 years of project management experience
• Knowledge of managing federal contracts
• Knowledge of shipboard tag-out procedures and Navy Work Authorization (WAF) controls
• Previous experience or training in work sequencing and scheduling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project or similar scheduling software

Qualification/Requirements:

• Must show proof of legal right to work in the United States and US Citizenship due to security clearance required for base access
• Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to Navy base.
• All candidates must submit to and pass a post-offer drug screening and background check.
• Valid State of Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Drivers’ License in good standing or a valid U.S. Passport in addition to a valid Hawaii Driver’s License, if you do not have a REAL ID-Compliant Driver’s License, class 3 or higher

Our Values

Legacy: Family-owned throughout its history, PSI strives to fulfill the goals that motivated our founder in 1944: we dedicate ourselves wholly to caring for our customers so that they can continue to serve our community.

Commitment: PSI approaches every project with teamwork, determination, and focus. Commitment makes it possible for the most challenging of projects to be completed safely and on-time to consistently exceed our customer’s expectations.

Integrity: Transparency, humility, and accountability are critical to every facet of our business. Leading with integrity allows PSI to continue to operate as the highest-performing commercial shipyard in the state.

Loyalty: At PSI, every employee relies on teammates without question and supports each other without pretense. Built on the foundations of trust, loyalty to one another is paramount.

We hope you will consider joining our team!

Qualified candidates are encouraged to visit to apply or email

Description

The authorized level of the position is Account Clerk II. Applications are being accepted down to the Account Clerk I in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary Range:

Account Clerk I, SR-06: $3,141.00 per month

Account Clerk II, SR-08: $3,266.00 per month

Examples of Duties

* Verifies and enters details of costs, charges or other similar bookkeeping items to correct accounts or classifications;

* Receives, receipts and deposits cash collections of various kind, and maintains appropriate records; consults or studies specific books, manuals, catalogs or other sources in order to obtain desired information;

* Performs numerous types of computations such as discount, interest, ratio and percentage; determines rates, costs, amounts or other specifications for various types of items, selecting and using tables or classification data;

* Explains details of services, methods or policies; prepares requisitions or purchase orders, and may place orders for supplies, materials, equipment or contract services; processes invoices and may prepare vouchers for approval to authorize disbursement;

* May maintain inventory control records;

* Reviews the accounts clerical work of others, calling attention to use of incorrect procedures or methods and to incorrect entries or results;

* Composes correspondence requiring specific knowledge of methods, procedures, policies or other information; determines the general ledger accounts, journals and subsidiary accounts affected and the debit and/or credit entries to be made; summarizes transactions having a like effect and preparing control sheets or other posting documents reflecting the debit and/or credit entries to be made;

* Totals entries at specified intervals and takes a trial balance of debits and credits; determines corrective entries required to bring accounts into balance; closes and reconciles accounts;

* May supervise one or more lower-level account clerk or other subordinates.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Requirement: Except for the substitutions provided in this specification, applicants must have had work experience of the kind and quality described below and in the amounts shown in the following table:

Class TitleGeneral Experience (years)Specialized Experience (years)Total (years) Account Clerk I1/201/2 Account Clerk II1/211-1/2

General Experience: Work experience which demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic and spelling and possession of the abilities to follow oral and written directions, to write simply and directly and to observe differences in words and numbers quickly and accurately.

Specialized Experience: Work involved in posting to accounting records and other systematizing of fiscal information; i.e., computing, classifying and recording numerical data to keep sets of financial accounting records complete and to derive reports therefrom. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of standard accounting classification and terminology pertinent to accounts maintenance operations and office practices and procedures relating to the processing and recording of transactions and accounting information.

Non-Qualifying Experience: Experience as an inventory clerk, stock clerk, supply clerk or other related work which is primarily concerned with posting non-fiscal data or checking accuracy of computations and which does not involve or require any fiscal record keeping knowledge is not considered qualifying specialized experience.

Substitution of Education for Experience:

* Graduation from high school with courses in basic English and arithmetic may be substituted for six (6) months of general experience.

* Successful completion of a substantially full-time equivalent accounting curriculum leading to a degree or diploma at an accredited business school, community college or other comparable institution which included accounting courses in double-entry procedures in analyzing, recording and summarizing transactions; and the preparation and interpretation of financial statements, may be substituted for specialized experience on the basis of one (1) year of such training for one (1) school year of experience, up to a maximum of two (2) years.

* Completion of one (1) school year of (more than one-year program) substantially full-time accounting curriculum which normally leads to a degree or diploma at an accredited business school, community college or other comparable institution which included accounting courses in double-entry procedures in analyzing, recording and summarizing transactions; and the preparation and interpretation of financial statements may be substituted for one (1) year of specialized experience.

* Education in an accredited university in a baccalaureate program may be substituted for specialized experience in the following basis:

a) A baccalaureate degree in accounting will be deemed to have met the

experience requirements for the Account Clerk V level.

b) Fifteen (15) semester hours of training may be substituted for six (6) months

of experience, up to a maximum of three and one-half (3-1/2) years provide

the training included at least three (3) credits per semester of accounting

courses such as accounting theory and methods used to record and report

financial information; analysis of methods for valuing the assets, liabilities, and

ownership; etc.

Supplemental Information

Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements: Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years.

Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below:

* A copy of the applicant's TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report;

* A signed letter from the applicant's supervisor that includes the applicant's name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked; or,

* Copies of the applicant's signed SF-10 Forms.

Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.

Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. Making yourself available for temporary positions increases your employment possibilities and may lead to permanent opportunities. A person hired for a temporary position may also become a temporary employee upon satisfactory completion of the initial probation period of at least six months. Once a temporary employee, you would be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits as afforded to an employee in a permanent position, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

12-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

* Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.

* Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year.

* Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.

* Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.

* Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.

* Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.

* Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.

* Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.

* Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.

* Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.

* Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.

* Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.

* Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.

* Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.

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GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Do you possess at least six (6) months of general work experience which demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic and spelling and possession of the abilities to follow oral and written directions, to write simply and directly and to observe differences in words and numbers quickly and accurately; OR did you graduate from high school/GED with courses in basic English and arithmetic?

Note: Be sure to list your high school information in the Education section of your application.

* Yes

* No

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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Do you possess at least one (1) year of work experience involved in posting to accounting records and other systematizing of fiscal information; i.e., computing, classifying and recording numerical data to keep sets of financial accounting records complete and to derive reports therefrom?

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of standard accounting classification and terminology pertinent to accounts maintenance operations AND office practices and procedures relating to the processing and recording of transactions and accounting information.

* Yes

* No

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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (Cont.):

Starting with the most recent, list all employment periods you would like considered from the experience section of your application. Be sure to include the following:

A. Employer name; Dates of employment (from and to, month and year);

B. Your official job title; the number of hours worked per week;

C. List of job duties and the average number of hours per week performing each duty; and,

D. The name and title of your supervisor.

Note: Treat each employer/change in position separately.

If you do not have such work experience, please type \"None\" in the space provided.

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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

For each relevant employer/position, provide a detailed description of the duties you performed which demonstrate your knowledge of,

A. standard accounting classification and terminology pertinent to accounts maintenance operations; and,

B. office practices and procedures related to the processing and recording of transactions and accounting information.

Note: Use specific language that clearly describes the extent of your involvement and experience. Address each area separately. Do not copy/paste or give reference to your resume as a response to this question. If your write up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description.

If you do not have such experience, please type \"None\" in the space provided.

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SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:

From the statements, select the option that BEST describes your highest level of education.

Note: You MUST provide a copy of your official transcripts from each institution to receive credit for the coursework.

* I have successfully completed an accounting curriculum and have received a degree or diploma at an accredited business school, community college, or other comparable institution. This program included accounting courses in double-entry procedures and the preparation and interpretation of financial statements.

* I have completed one year of a full time accounting curriculum leading to a degree or diploma at an accredited business school, community college, or other comparable institution which included accounting courses in double-entry procedures in analyzing, recording, and summarizing transactions; and the preparation and interpretation of financial statements.

* I don't have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, but I do have completed Accounting courses in a baccalaureate degree program at an accredited university.

* I have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited university.

* I have none of the above.

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TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER VERIFYING DOCUMENTS:

Official or copies of official transcripts, certifications (front and back), and other verifying documents must be received in our office within ten (10) calendar days from the date of your application.

If these documents are NOT received by the deadline, your application may be rejected.

* I understand, and will submit the required documents to CSSP Recruitment within ten (10) calendar days.

* I understand, but I will not submit the required information. I understand that my application may be rejected.

* I have previously submitted my verifying documents for another recruitment.

Required Question

Employer Hawaii State Department of Education

Address P.O. Box 2360

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804

Website

POSITION:

RIMOWA is seeking a highly accomplished and passionate Client Advisor. The Client Advisor is responsible for driving sales through exceptional client service, strong product knowledge, and deep understanding of the luxury retail environment. This role focuses on building lasting client relationships, delivering an outstanding in‑store experience, and contributing to the overall success of RIMOWA while serving as a true brand ambassador.

YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES:

Sales

• Consistently achieve and surpass individual sales objectives, directly contributing to the store’s overall commercial success and prestige.
• Serve as a true brand ambassador, conveying RIMOWA’s storied heritage, iconic designs, engineering, and uncompromising craftsmanship.
• Curate and cultivate an exclusive and loyal client portfolio, building enduring relationships and driving sustained repeat business through personalized engagement, client appointments, and events.
• Actively support and inspire colleagues, fostering a sophisticated, collaborative, and high-performance sales environment.

Customer Service

• Embody the RIMOWA brand ethos at all times, presenting yourself with impeccable professionalism.
• Deliver a seamless, white-glove post-purchase experience by meticulously managing client follow-ups, repairs, and service requests with discretion and care.
• Anticipate client needs through an intimate knowledge of the brand’s history, new product launches, and the competitive luxury landscape.
• Create memorable, elevated moments for every client, ensuring each interaction reflects the refinement synonymous with RIMOWA.

Operations

• Execute all POS transactions with precision and efficiency.
• Confidently open and close the store register in full compliance with company policies.
• Participate proactively in inventory management while upholding the highest standards of loss prevention.
• Maintain exceptional visual merchandising, ensuring the store consistently reflects a polished, luxurious, and inviting aesthetic.
• Always uphold immaculate store presentation and operational readiness.

PROFILE:

• Proven success in a premium or luxury retail environment
• Demonstrated expertise in developing, nurturing, and retaining a discerning clientele; an established luxury client book is highly desirable.
• Impeccable personal presentation with exceptional communication skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, a refined attention to detail.
• A deep appreciation for luxury craftsmanship, travel and elevated lifestyles.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to regularly lift and handle Items up to 20 lbs.
• Multilingual In Spanish, French, Portuguese, and/or Mandarin a plus.

POSITION:

RIMOWA is seeking a highly accomplished and passionate Client Advisor. The Client Advisor is responsible for driving sales through exceptional client service, strong product knowledge, and deep understanding of the luxury retail environment. This role focuses on building lasting client relationships, delivering an outstanding in‑store experience, and contributing to the overall success of RIMOWA while serving as a true brand ambassador.

YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES:

Sales

• Consistently achieve and surpass individual sales objectives, directly contributing to the store’s overall commercial success and prestige.
• Serve as a true brand ambassador, conveying RIMOWA’s storied heritage, iconic designs, engineering, and uncompromising craftsmanship.
• Curate and cultivate an exclusive and loyal client portfolio, building enduring relationships and driving sustained repeat business through personalized engagement, client appointments, and events.
• Actively support and inspire colleagues, fostering a sophisticated, collaborative, and high-performance sales environment.

Customer Service

• Embody the RIMOWA brand ethos at all times, presenting yourself with impeccable professionalism.
• Deliver a seamless, white-glove post-purchase experience by meticulously managing client follow-ups, repairs, and service requests with discretion and care.
• Anticipate client needs through an intimate knowledge of the brand’s history, new product launches, and the competitive luxury landscape.
• Create memorable, elevated moments for every client, ensuring each interaction reflects the refinement synonymous with RIMOWA.

Operations

• Execute all POS transactions with precision and efficiency.
• Confidently open and close the store register in full compliance with company policies.
• Participate proactively in inventory management while upholding the highest standards of loss prevention.
• Maintain exceptional visual merchandising, ensuring the store consistently reflects a polished, luxurious, and inviting aesthetic.
• Always uphold immaculate store presentation and operational readiness.

PROFILE:

• Proven success in a premium or luxury retail environment
• Demonstrated expertise in developing, nurturing, and retaining a discerning clientele; an established luxury client book is highly desirable.
• Impeccable personal presentation with exceptional communication skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, a refined attention to detail.
• A deep appreciation for luxury craftsmanship, travel and elevated lifestyles.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to regularly lift and handle Items up to 20 lbs.
• Multilingual In Spanish, French, Portuguese, and/or Mandarin a plus.

Position Title: Structural Department Manager

Reports To: Production Manager

Position Summary:

The Structural Department Manager is responsible for leading and managing the daily operations of the Structural, Pipe, and Labor Departments in support of ship repair, maintenance, and modernization projects. This role ensures all work is performed safely, efficiently, within budget, and to the highest quality standards in accordance with applicable specifications and regulatory requirements.

The Structural Department Manager is responsible for setting the tone and culture of the department, ensuring full alignment with company expectations and strategic objectives. This role requires proactive leadership, accountability, and a strong commitment to organizational priorities. Department Managers are expected to champion company initiatives and directives from senior leadership, clearly communicating and reinforcing them within their teams as unified, department-level guidance.

The manager oversees a broad scope of production activities, including structural steel fabrication and repairs, hull modifications, deck and bulkhead work, piping system installation and testing, and general labor support services. Responsibilities include coordinating structural welders, fitters, pipefitters, laborers, and support crews to meet production goals and project schedules.

This position requires strong knowledge of shipboard structures, welding and pipefitting techniques, material handling, and staging. The Structural Department Manager works closely with project teams, planning, and other production departments to integrate efforts across trades, resolve technical and logistical challenges, and ensure customer satisfaction. The manager is also responsible for workforce development, resource planning, and ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality management protocols.

Pacific Shipyards Expectations of Employee:

• Support safety as a core value.
• Support “schedule” as the organization’s keystone habit.
• Committed to the company values and adheres to all Pacific Shipyards’ policies and procedures.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude and conduct her/himself with integrity and in a polite, professional manner treating customers and co-workers courteously and respectfully.
• Foster a department culture of accountability and organization by setting clear expectations to maintain clean, orderly work areas in alignment with 5S standards.
• Maintain and ensure the safety of all assigned equipment.
• Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Develop and measure department productivity goals and quality standards daily, weekly, and on a project basis.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance priorities.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Provide clear & consistent communication about project schedules, execution strategies, department budgets, and process improvement initiatives.
• Leads by example and demands a positive and respectful attitude and requiring all Production Department employees to conduct themselves with integrity and in a polite, professional manner treating customers and co-workers courteously and respectfully.
• Develop & meet productivity goals and quality standards to ensure PSI maintains a competitive edge in the Hawaii Ship Repair Industry.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure Structural Department Staff are constantly working to streamline production processes, reduce rework, improve department reliability, and deliver early on key schedule milestones.
• Provide systems for accountability for the management of department resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to ensure efficient financial performance.
• Maintain open communication with VP Programs, Production Manager, Production Engineering & Planning Manager, and PMO staff to address operational bottlenecks and correct them quickly.
• Ensure that every member of the Structural Department has clear & measurable tasks daily and provide a system for Department Management to provide daily feedback to all employees.
• Establish, enhance and maintain standard processes for the measuring and monitoring of department production rates, and providing standard rate information and feedback to Estimating.
• Ensure that all materials are ordered to support department schedules.
• Grows and develops Structural Department capabilities to increase business opportunities, eliminate dependence on subcontractors, and ensure PSI maintains a competitive advantage in the dynamic ship repair landscape.
• Create systems for collecting and reporting Structural Department Performance metrics across the organization.
• Strive for continuous improvement and encourage feedback from employees to drive improvements based on past projects to enhance performance.
• Embrace new technologies by introducing modern, efficient tools and technologies to improve productivity. Encourage employees to suggest and implement innovative solutions that can enhance efficiency and quality
• Works closely with the Project Manager(s) to ensure timely and cost-efficient completion of projects and/or jobs.
• Generates job assignments and communicates to subordinate employees, makes recommendations to the Production Manager on matters related to hiring, termination, suspension, advancement, promotion, demotion, discipline, and addresses or adjust employee grievances and other supervisory duties as required.
• Determines workforce staffing to maximize efficiency and meet project/department budget goals.
• Leads, trains, and develops Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, Lead men, and production team members.
• Advises PM on the status of all assigned projects, potential obstacles and delays and plans to minimize impact and beat project goals.
• Handle various administrative duties such as report writing, performance reviews, responding to email, interviews candidates, and form completion.
• Estimates time, manpower, and materials required for assigned jobs.
• Complies with requirements of the CBA.
• Assesses team member skills and provide necessary training opportunities as required to enhance or address deficiencies.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise the execution of structural, pipefitting, and labor-related work in support of ship repair and maintenance projects, ensuring alignment with project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with applicable NAVSEA Standard Items, U.S. Navy technical requirements, and other regulatory and contract specifications.
• Oversee hot work operations, ensuring proper permitting, fire watch assignments, and strict adherence to safety procedures related to welding, burning, and grinding activities aboard vessels and in yard facilities.
• Lead coordination efforts between departments, subcontractors, and project management teams to resolve production and technical issues that may impact critical path work.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and customer-specific safety and environmental requirements, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazard communication standards.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education/Training and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Experience with US Navy Ship repair/NAVSEA regulation is preferred.
• Associates degree in Industrial Trades/Applied Science is preferred.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in shipyard heavy industry is required.
• Extensive knowledge of ship repair processes.
• Knowledge of managing Federal Contracts.
• Ability to organize and prioritize to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Interpersonal skills, good attitude, and exceptional work ethic.
• Work requires establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Strong technical background.
• Ability to write effectively and the ability to accurately communicate with all PSI employees.
• Ability to access, interpret, and apply government and industry standards, law, and corporate policy and procedures to aid in the management of the Mechanical Department.
• Ability to organize and prioritize to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software
• Ability to effectively operate standard office equipment
• Good attitude; must be a team player.
• Candidates must have access to reliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on time for the start of shift
• Must be flexible in work hours
• Valid State of Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Drivers’ License in good standing, Class 3 or higher or a valid U.S. Passport in addition to a valid Hawaii Driver’s License, if you do not have a REAL ID-Compliant Driver’s License.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• Must show proof of your legal right to work in the United States
• This position requires US Citizenship due to security clearance required for base access
• Must be able to successfully obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Must be able to successfully obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites