Shipyard Integration Manager

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. The Shipyard Integration Manager owns two things that decide whether Port Alpha starts up cleanly: bringing the new facility into operation asset by asset, and integrating subcontracted trades and trade partners into the yard so they operate as an extension of the Saronic workforce. This role sits at the seam between the Port Alpha Development Program, which builds the shipyard, and the operating organization that will run it. This role works closely with Asset Reliability & Facility Operations, Production, Production Engineering, EHS, Quality, Supply Chain / Procurement, the facility construction team, and the Site Project Management Team.

Responsibilities

Own the asset-by-asset integration plan for the new facility and track every asset against a 'ready to operate' definition; Run the acceptance and turnover process with the construction team and vendors, including commissioning witness, punch list closure, turnover packages, as-builts, and warranty handover; Ensure operating procedures, operator and maintainer training, critical spares, and preventive maintenance plans are in place before an asset is released to Production or Facility Operations; Coordinate operational readiness reviews and manage risks and open items that could delay production start; Own the integration of subcontracted trades, specialty contractors, and trade partners from initial scoping through demobilization; Establish expectations for contractor performance, supervision, and accountability, and act as primary escalation point for contractor issues; Ensure contractor scopes are sequenced with internal work and facility turnover so crews, access, and SIMOPS are deconflicted; Develop the yard's long-term model for using contract labor at scale, including governance, oversight, and internal capability; Design and enforce standardized onboarding for all contractors covering safety, site requirements, quality, work rules, access controls, and communication protocols; Ensure contractors understand how work is planned, sequenced, and released in the yard; Support development of trade school and workforce partnerships; Partner with EHS on contractor compliance with safety rules, permit-to-work systems, SIMOPS, and exclusion zones; Partner with Quality and Production to ensure contractor crews are qualified for assigned scopes and meet yard standards; Support incident investigations involving contract labor and drive corrective actions to closure; Establish contractor and turnover performance metrics; Lead regular performance reviews with contractors and internal stakeholders; Report integration status, readiness risk, and contractor performance to the VP, Shipyards and site leadership; Serve as day-to-day interface between the Port Alpha Development Program and operating, quality, EHS, and procurement teams; Prevent conflict between internal crews, external trades, and construction contractors; Drive rapid resolution of field-level issues that threaten turnover dates or production schedule

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience; 7+ years of experience in shipyard, heavy industrial, or large capital construction environments; Direct experience commissioning, accepting, or bringing new industrial facilities, production lines, or major equipment into operation; 3+ years managing subcontractors, specialty trades, or contract labor programs in an active production or construction setting; Strong understanding of shipyard or industrial safety requirements, permit-to-work systems, quality and workmanship standards, and multi-trade sequencing and interfaces; Proven ability to resolve contractor performance issues and turnover disputes without disrupting production; Strong organizational and written communication skills; comfortable owning a readiness tracker, turnover packages, and performance reporting; Preferred: Experience on a greenfield shipyard, major yard expansion, or other large industrial startup; Familiarity with cranes, shiplifts or dry docks, panel lines, blast and paint facilities, and marine industrial utilities; Experience with labor agreements, union environments, or mixed internal and contract labor models; Background in contractor safety programs and field compliance auditing; Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience; Familiarity with ABS, USCG, or NAVSEA requirements and with security considerations for government shipbuilding work

Nice to have

Experience on a greenfield shipyard, major yard expansion, or other large industrial startup; Familiarity with cranes, shiplifts or dry docks, panel lines, blast and paint facilities, and marine industrial utilities; Experience with labor agreements, union environments, or mixed internal and contract labor models; Background in contractor safety programs and field compliance auditing; Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience; Familiarity with ABS, USCG, or NAVSEA requirements and with security considerations for government shipbuilding work

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance (Saronic pays 100% of employee premium and 80% of dependents); Dental and vision insurance (Saronic pays 100% of basic plan employee premium and 80% for dependents); Generous PTO and holidays; Paid maternity and paternity leave; Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses; 401(k) plan with company match; Stock options; Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage; Discounted pet insurance including 24/7 Telehealth helpline; Free lunch and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office