Company Description
Azimut Benetti Americas was established in 2004 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida as the first international branch of the Italian based Azimut|Benetti Group. Azimut|Benetti is the world's largest private group in the yachting sector. The majority shareholder is the founder, Paolo Vitelli, who has been firmly in command for over 50 years. The Group's success comes from its passion for what it makes, the care it takes of yacht owners, and the desire to experiment with new technologies and always to surpass itself, but it also comes from a solid organization and a very clear strategic plan. Its development strategy consists in always reinvesting its profits to improve and expand its range of products and services, rigorously applying the logic of sustainable growth. The Azimut|Benetti Group operates and produces in its 6 shipyards and with more than 30 models in production, the two brands Azimut and Benetti offer the broadest range in the world. AZIMUT BENETTI AMERICAS is committed to providing superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of our Company.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Project Manager with strong technical expertise to lead and coordinate a wide range of marine projects and boat repairs. This role requires not only excellent project management skills but also a hands-on approach to tackle technical tasks and oversee project execution from start to finish, including the handling of tools and materials.
General Accountabilities

• Coordinates and oversees the activities of designated projects to ensure goals and objectives are met within the specified time frame and budget.
• Evaluates project proposals and plans meticulously, considering various factors such as timeframes, financial constraints, staffing requirements, and resource allocation across different project phases.
• Collaborates closely with project staff, including technicians, marinas, shipyards, vendors, subcontractors, and office personnel, to develop detailed work plans and assign tasks effectively.
• Directly oversees subcontractors, providing guidance to ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets, while also actively engaging in technical tasks and utilizing tools as necessary.
• Perform hands-on repairs on products and projects managed, demonstrating expertise and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Confers with project subcontractors to provide technical advice and to resolve issues as they arise.
• Reviews status reports prepared by subcontracted project team and makes necessary adjustments to schedules or plans.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports for management and clients, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
• *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or technical degree.
• Proven experience in project management within the marine industry, with strong focus on hands-on technical tasks and repairs.
• Advanced technical knowledge of marine systems e.g. electricity, hydraulics, propulsion, air conditioning, structural and mechanics.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.
• Familiar with repair and refit on vessels.
• Professional working proficiency of Spanish and Italian language.

Skills

• Computer proficiency of Microsoft Office suite, email communication, and data visualization.
• Project management, budgeting, and cost allocation.
• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer relation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Critical thinking, coordination, monitoring and multitasking.
• Active listening, judgment and decision making.

Work Environment

• Outdoor setting
• Holds meetings in outside weather conditions such as boatyards and marinas.
• Willingness to travel as required domestically and internationally.

Position Type

• Full Time.
• Exempt.
• Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL.
• Monday to Friday 8am-5pm (60-minute break for lunch).
• Weekend availability.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: Base salary $70,000-$80,000
• Paid time off: 6 sick days, 10 vacation days, 2 personal days and 7 holidays.
• Health insurance: 100% company-paid employee-only and 50% of dependents’
• Short term and long-term disability insurance: 100% company-paid employee-only.
• Vision insurance: employee-paid vision insurance, employee-only.
• Dental insurance: employee-paid dental plan, employee-only.
• Retirement plan: Eligible after 2 years of employment. 100% match up to 3% of total compensation.

Benefits are applied in accordance with company policy and may be changed or removed at any time.
Azimut Benetti Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.