Program Manager

Job overview

The Program Manager role is onsite in Manitowoc, WI. Compensation is not specified. Shipbuilders of Wisconsin builds ships and vessels; this role coordinates programs from contract handoff through construction, testing, delivery, and warranty support. The manager leads cross-functional execution to keep vessel scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality objectives on track. By serving as the primary customer interface and coordinating engineering, supply chain, production, quality, and finance, the role supports successful vessel delivery and shipyard performance.

What you'll do

• Lead teams through ship construction, integration, testing, sea trials, delivery, and post-delivery support
• serve as primary contact for customers, owner representatives, agencies, and senior leadership
• manage integrated plans, schedules, milestones, and status reporting
• monitor budgets, labor, materials, and forecast costs
• coordinate engineering, procurement, and production
• manage risks and technical issues
• oversee contract compliance, change management, and configuration control
• support inspections, commissioning, and regulatory interactions
• promote continuous improvement and lessons learned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program manager

shipbuilders of wisconsin

manitowoc wi

full-time

shipbuilding

vessel construction

program management

customer interface

cross-functional leadership

schedule and budget

quality and safety

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Seven or more years of progressive experience in shipbuilding, vessel repair, marine manufacturing, or complex industrial program management. Equivalent combinations of education and significant shipbuilding or marine operations experience will be considered.

About the employer

Shipbuilders of Wisconsin is hiring for this role. Industry: Ship Building and Repairing. Sector: 33.