MGR ENGINEERING 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Apr 2, 2025

Req ID: 41406
Team: O41 PLANT ENGR
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

This manager position requires a highly motivated person to lead a multi-discipline engineering and project management team responsible for overseeing major construction projects within the Plant Infrastructure Projects group. Projects include the design and construction of new or upgrades to existing heavy industrial manufacturing/production facilities, office buildings, roadways, and Piers.

Ideal candidate is a team oriented leader with strong technical and project management skills, is a strong communicator with focus on customer relationships, is adapt at leading a team of diverse knowledge with varying levels of expertise, and possesses strong organizational skills to manage a large volume of projects simultaneously.

Job Responsibilities

Implementing capital, expense and direct funded projects that modify, replace and add facilities and equipment necessary to support heavy industrial projects.
Ensuring Safety, Quality, Cost and Schedule of projects as they progress through the estimating, planning, funding, design, bid & award, construction, startup, commissioning and closeout phases.
Managing architecture/engineering firms in developing design criteria and preparing project construction drawings for bidding / regulatory reviews.
Overseeing project construction, inspection and installation progress to ensure conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.
Managing numerous suppliers of engineering, material, construction and support services to ensure the successful implementation of projects and services.
Planning, organizing, recruiting, staffing, training, teambuilding and engaging a diverse workforce charged with accomplishing tactical and strategic business objectives.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience.

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

Any combination of following qualifications are desired:

Significant experience in developing design criteria and contract documents; establishing execution strategies; and selecting the appropriate contract/procurement approach for the type of project and desired contract deliverables, especially as it relates to heavy industrial facilities.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of industrial building design and construction.
Familiar with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, International Building Code, City of Newport News Code of Ordinances, ADA compliance, and NFPA requirements.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia is a plus
Strong leadership and management skills.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Understanding of company business management principles and have demonstrated the ability to manage and direct the work of others.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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