Senior Dredge Project Manager-Travel Required

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.

We invest heavily in modern equipment, innovative methodologies, and operational excellence. Our Senior Project Managers play a critical role in delivering complex dredging programs that directly impact company performance, safety outcomes, and profitability.

THIS ROLE:

The Senior Dredge Project Manager is responsible for leading large-scale, complex dredging and marine construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role owns project execution, financial performance, client relationships, and field coordination while serving as a senior operational leader across Curtin’s dredging portfolio. This position is designed for experienced dredging professionals who can independently manage high-risk, high-value projects while mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement across operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Project Leadership & Execution

Lead end-to-end execution of Curtin Maritime dredging projects from award through final acceptance

Manage multiple concurrent projects or large complex programs with full accountability for schedule, budget, safety, and quality

Serve as primary client interface and represent Curtin Maritime at all project meetings

Oversee mobilization, execution, and demobilization planning and logistics

Proactively identify change orders, differing site conditions, claims, and REAs and lead negotiations with clients

Financial & Performance Management

Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls in coordination with Finance

Monitor production rates, equipment utilization, and labor efficiency to maximize margin performance

Track project KPIs including productivity, safety performance, and schedule adherence

Lead recovery plans for at-risk projects

Operational Coordination

Coordinate closely with Dredge Superintendents, Port Captains, Engineers, Crewing, HSSE, Survey, Yard Operations, and Field Teams

Manage subcontractors, equipment vendors, and third-party service providers

Oversee daily reporting, production tracking, and quality control documentation

Ensure compliance with USACE, regulatory, environmental, and contractual requirements

Technical & Preconstruction Support

Provide senior-level technical expertise to Estimating during bid development

Support production planning, means and methods development, and constructability reviews

Review dredge plans, survey data, production reports, and technical deliverables

Participate in post-project reviews and lessons learned initiatives

Leadership & Development

Mentor Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Field Engineers

Support training initiatives and SOP development across dredging operations

Promote Curtin’s safety culture and operational standards

Act as a senior leader within the Marine Construction group

WHO YOU ARE:

Experience & Qualifications

10+ years of Project Management experience in dredging, marine construction, or heavy civil marine work

8+ years of direct dredging project leadership strongly preferred

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management preferred

USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) Certification preferred

OSHA 30 and EM 385-1-1 preferred

Primavera P6 scheduling experience preferred

Strong working knowledge of dredge operations, marine equipment, survey workflows, and production planning

Technical Capabilities

Proven ability to manage complex dredging programs with minimal oversight

Strong understanding of marine construction logistics and vessel operations

Experience managing project controls, CPM schedules, and cost forecasting

Ability to interpret survey data, drawings, and production reports

Working knowledge of RMS, AutoCAD, Hypack or similar survey platforms preferred

Leadership Attributes

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in field and office environments

Strong negotiation and client relationship management skills

High accountability mindset with ownership of outcomes

Strong communication skills across executive, field, and client stakeholders

Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-pressure project environments

Physical & Field Requirements

Ability to work onboard vessels and in active marine construction environments

Ability to climb ladders, access barges, and navigate industrial job sites

Must meet fit-for-duty requirements including physical and drug screening

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Schedule & Travel

Rotational schedule may apply depending on project assignment

Travel to job sites, shipyard, and field operations required

Occasional extended project rotations and weekend support may be required

WHAT WE OFFER:

• •Base Salary Range: $150,000 – $190,000 (DOE)
• Highly qualified candidates with extensive dredging leadership experience may qualify for advanced compensation packages.

Competitive Compensation

Generous benefits package including:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term Disability

AD&D/Life Insurance

401k (with company match)

Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employee and dependents, and choice to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account.

Curtin Maritime is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.