Area Manager

General Dynamics NASSCO

. Manage multiple complex work items from project planning through final milestone completion, availability completion, and ship delivery .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeNorfolk • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management processes, including planning, scheduling, and budget management, while effectively coordinating cross-functional teams and subcontractors. Possesses strong analytical skills for risk assessment and mitigation in complex ship repair environments.

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Project ManagementBudget ManagementRisk AssessmentCross-Functional Team LeadershipShip Repair Experience

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningCost AnalysisWork Scope ManagementTechnical Personnel ManagementImpact Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship ManagementProblem SolvingTeam Facilitation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ProjectExcelWordPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseSecurity Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Shipboard RepairPublic ShipyardCost Type ContractFixed Type ContractNavy Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage multiple complex work items from project planning through final milestone completion, availability completion, and ship delivery
Provide status updates on work-item schedules and cost impacts
Coordinate subcontractors and organic trade activities to achieve schedule objectives
Serve as company representative and point of contact for assigned work items with customers
Forward customer project information to internal departments and enter project data into management systems
Implement project management processes and tools and contribute supporting guidelines
Assist Planning with project proposals, job estimates, and schedules
Assemble, plan, lead, and facilitate cross-functional project team meetings with company personnel, subcontractors, customers, and the U.S. Navy
Develop detailed plans, task lists, work-effort assessments, and short- and long-term impact analyses
Identify changes in work scope and coordinate planning, estimating, production, contracts, and customer input for scope, schedule, and budget adjustments
Identify and analyze project risks and issues, develop mitigation actions, and provide resolution options to the Ship Manager
Direct assigned subcontractors and organic trade personnel
Maintain responsibility for assigned work-item budgets and schedules to keep them on time and on schedule
Report to the assigned Ship Manager or Lead Manager
Maintain professional relationships with subcontractors, teaming partners, and NASSCO departments including Production, Contracts, Subcontracts Management, Estimating, QA, Safety, Scheduling, and Planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically has a BA/BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Science or a related academic field, or AA/AS plus 2 years directly related experience, or 4 years directly related experience
Prior military service would be considered directly related experience, including attending a Service Academy
Preferred shipboard repair experience within a public or private shipyard
Prior military experience with the US Navy in an engineering or directly related field would qualify
Experience managing technical personnel within complex activities or shipboard availabilities
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and navigating a computer server environment
Experience working within a Cost Type or Fixed Type Contract
Valid driver's license, reliable and insurable transportation, and willingness to carry a business rider if necessary
Able to gain access to Government facilities and obtain a Security clearance once employed by NASSCO-Norfolk
Able to work nights and weekends during peak workloads or as requested by Senior Management
Willingness to travel and manage ship repair availabilities in remote, out-of-state locations for extended periods
Able to wear personal protective equipment, including a respirator
Must be a U.S. citizen and qualify for a Common Access Card (CAC) or DBIDS badge
Reliable attendance and punctuality; available for overtime as required
Able to physically transit all facility areas, go aboard marine vessels and dry docks, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and work in dirty, dusty, hot, cold, and noisy environments
Good eye/hand coordination and visual acuity for mechanical or skilled trade tasks
Familiarity with a naval-ship-work environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodation available for applicants with disabilities