Deputy Field Service Manager

Brief Description

Deputy Field Service Manager

Overview

The GBS Group, an engineering services and consulting firm in Virginia Beach, VA, has an opening for a Deputy Field Service Manager. This position is an hourly position that will report to the GBS Field Service Manager (FSM) and assist them in managing field service/installation work. Manager. The GBS Group is a commercial and government engineering services firm with a variety of contract types. Our Headquarters is located within 10 miles of the Virginia Beach resort area and downtown Norfolk’s Waterside District and includes a world class lab with configurations of some client hardware and software systems.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Managing assigned field service/installation work being conducted at various locations around the U.S. and overseas. Assignments include work preparation, material identification and logistics, personnel assignments, field service/installation work, quality control and compliance, scope changes, testing, and post-work close-out.
• Lead and mentor an electrical technician crew of 15-20 personnel which may include multiple teams working in varied locations simultaneously to include safety, work quality, training and qualifications, material, and logistics.
• Coordinate with Onsite Leads and customer reps/Ships Force personnel/shipyard reps to ensure daily reporting of work accomplished, materials/technical/admin support needed, issues to successful completion, customer support required to allow for efficient workflow to complete assigned work on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with the GBS Field Service Manager on personnel assignments to ensure a mix of technical experience necessary to accomplish the assigned work within budget. Develop a list of materials, tooling and consumables required to complete the assigned work and assist in coordinating logistics to the job site and return of unused material.
• Develop cost estimates for labor hours/material to accomplish future work that GBS is bidding on. This includes coordination with Engineering and Supply Chain Management teams as well as the Maritime Sales Team to produce a comprehensive and complete proposal.
• Assist the GBS FSM to review and approve Field Service Reports and all other contract deliverables to the customer.
• Assist GBS FSM with administrative aspects of managing multiple projects and a technician team to include accurate timesheet reporting, Project Management, material management, Quality Assurance management, and technical documentation.
  
  

Qualifications

Candidates must possess the following professional experience and

Qualifications

• Must have 15 years in the commercial maritime engineering/production industry with experience in supervising commercial electrical work teams in shipboard environments.
• Must have 5 years in developing cost estimates for marine shipboard work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience working in collaborative environments and managing multiple teams.
• Travel requirements: 10-15% depending on where work assignments are located.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with managing commercial maritime ship repair and upgrade work in a Firm Fixed Price contracts environment is a plus.
• Verbal and written communication is a must to establish and maintain effective working relationships both up and down the chain of command as well as with customers.
• Ability to effectively manage projects that may vary in nature and scope and evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
  
  

EEO Statement

The GBS Group is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on legitimate, nondiscriminatory business reasons, including merit, qualification, experience, and abilities. Our employment policies will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, pregnancy, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of the employment

relationship, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, promotion, termination, and access to benefits and training. Any employee who feels that he or she is or has been the victim of illegal discrimination or violation of this policy should immediately notify the Chief Administrative Officer or Human Resources. Employees may file a legitimate or good faith discrimination complaint without being subject to reprisal.