What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Carver Companies?
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Description
About Us: For over 30 years, Carver Companies' has been a leading provider of construction materials, marine transportation and infrastructure services across the East Coast. With operations in New York, South Carolina, and Canada, our fundamental belief has been to provide unparalleled service to all while maintaining our values of honesty and integrity both on land and sea.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Carver Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.
Description
About Us: For over 30 years, Carver Companies' has been a leading provider of construction materials, marine transportation and infrastructure services across the East Coast. With operations in New York, South Carolina, and Canada, our fundamental belief has been to provide unparalleled service to all while maintaining our values of honesty and integrity both on land and sea.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed job take-offs, including labor and material estimates for marine repair and construction projects.
- Collaborate with the Shipyard Manager to develop bids, proposals, and cost estimates.
- Gather, interpret, and apply technical data, schedules, and historical cost records to current and future projects.
- Conduct vessel surveys and walk-throughs with clients to accurately define project scope.
- Review engineering and technical drawings to create lift and blocking plans; coordinate closely with field teams for safe execution.
- Assist in planning and sequencing work for efficient project flow.
- Track and report on ongoing project progress in collaboration with superintendents and project managers.
- Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and production to refine scopes and identify cost-saving measures.
- Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, SmartDraw, MS Excel, and Microsoft Project to support design, estimating, and scheduling functions.
- Maintain strong familiarity with inland tug and barge configurations and systems.
- Support operations involving marine travel lifts and blocking operations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of practical shipyard experience focused on repair and retrofits (new build experience is a plus).
- Equivalent experience in lieu of degree may be considered for exceptional candidates.
- Demonstrated experience estimating labor and materials for shipyard or marine-related projects.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in: Excel, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, SmartDraw or similar software
- Familiarity with marine travel lifts and inland towing vessels (tugs and barges) is strongly preferred.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.
- May require operating machinery or working in indoor/outdoor environments.
- Ability to board vessels at sea, in port, and while underway.
- Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Additional Coverage Through AFLAC
- Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with an 8% Match
- Short Term, Long Term Disability
- Group Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Fund
- Emergency Service Worker bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
Carver Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.