Shipyard Manager Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

IMIA, LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full‑time workforce that ensures a quality product is delivered on time. The company has rigorous safety and quality programs and financial strength to support preservation needs.

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k

Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company’s Employee Assistance Program. Per diem or dislocation allowance may be provided to reimburse lodging, meals, or incidental expenses while traveling.

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Superintendent – Structural

Production Manager

Exempt

Full Time

Varies

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of structural projects, including planning, execution, safety compliance, and workforce management. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Coordinate with shipyard personnel, subcontractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth operations in structural team work including welding, fabricating, pipe fitting, testing, inspecting, ship‑fitting, and other steel worker trades’ work.

• Plan, organize, and supervise all phases of assigned structural projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Monitor project progress and adjust resources as needed to meet deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records of timesheets, budgets, and project documentation.
• Communicate effectively with shipyard management and internal stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, training, and performance feedback to team members.
• Implement inspection checklists and quality control measures IAW policies and procedures.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure compliance with project specifications, timelines, and safety standards.
• Oversee welding and fitting operations for hull repairs, structural modifications, and new installations.
• Manage SHIPALTS and structural repairs to U.S. Navy, Commercial, and other marine vessels.
• Ensure work aligns with engineering drawings and OQE requirements for nuclear Navy projects, as assigned.
• Coordinate structural inspections and collaborate with engineering teams for repair solutions.
• Ensure all fire safety programs are adhered to at all times by all personnel. Management of hot work is essential.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Oversees Foremen and production staff, which may exceed 25 people, ensuring adherence to company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include hiring recommendations, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.

• Strong knowledge of marine industry and structural practices.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate teams and maintain high morale.
• Proficient in budgeting and resource allocation.
• Effective communication and problem‑solving abilities.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural/steel/mechanical field/fabrication/pipefitting.
• Prior management/supervisory experience strongly preferred.

• Regularly exposed to dusty conditions, extreme temperatures, high noise level, outdoor weather, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, confined spaces.
• Often works on scaffolds and ladders for long periods.
• Travel often required.
• Shift work and overtime involved most of the time.
• Risk of injury to self and/or others due to electric shock, falls and cuts.
• Stamina required; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl.
• Required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip or handle; regularly required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Required to use vision for up close, distant and peripheral inspections.

• Computer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine, adding machine, scanner.
• Industrial and marine equipment required for onsite project management.

• Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

This position is currently accepting applications.