Shipyard Contractor & Trade Partner Integration

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.

Job Overview

The Director of Contractor & Trade Partner Integration owns the performance, onboarding, safety, and quality execution of all external labor, specialty trades, and subcontractors supporting shipyard operations. This role ensures contract workforce activity is fully aligned with internal production, safety, quality, and schedule expectations.

The Director is accountable for preventing misalignment between internal teams and contract labor by establishing clear standards, disciplined onboarding, and strong field-level integration. Success in this role ensures contractors operate as an extension of the yard, not as parallel or disconnected organizations.

Responsibilities

Contractor & Trade Partner Integration

Own integration of all external labor, specialty trades, and subcontractors into shipyard operations

Establish clear expectations for contractor performance, supervision, and accountability

Ensure contractors are aligned with yard standards for safety, quality, productivity, and conduct

Act as the primary escalation point for contractor performance issues impacting production

Onboarding & Standards Deployment

Design and enforce standardized onboarding for all contractors, including:

Safety orientation and site-specific requirements

Quality expectations and workmanship standards

Work rules, access controls, and communication protocols

Ensure contractors understand how work is planned, sequenced, and released in the yard

Prevent gaps between contract scope language and actual execution requirements

Safety & Compliance Alignment

Partner with EHS to ensure contractor compliance with:

Shipyard safety rules and procedures

Permit-to-work systems (hot work, confined space, work at height)

SIMOPS coordination and exclusion zones

Ensure contractor supervision actively manages safety execution on the deckplates

Support incident investigations involving contract labor and drive corrective actions

Quality & Workmanship Control

Partner with Quality and Production to ensure contractor work meets yard standards

Ensure contractor crews are qualified for assigned scopes (welding, coatings, electrical, etc.)

Own prevention of rework caused by poor contractor integration or unclear expectations

Support inspections, punch list resolution, and acceptance activities

Performance Management & Accountability

Establish contractor performance metrics tied to:

Safety outcomes

Quality and rework

Schedule adherence

Productivity and workforce reliability

Lead regular contractor performance reviews and improvement plans

Support decisions related to contractor continuation, expansion, or removal

Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate closely with Production, Planning, Quality, EHS, and Procurement

Ensure contractor scopes are sequenced properly with internal work

Prevent conflict between internal crews and external labor by clarifying ownership and interfaces

Support rapid resolution of field-level issues impacting schedule

Team Leadership & Governance

Lead contractor integration managers, coordinators, or field representatives

Establish governance models for contractor usage, oversight, and escalation

Develop internal capability to manage contract labor at scale

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Management, or related discipline

10+ years experience in shipyard, heavy industrial, or construction environments

5+ years experience managing subcontractors, specialty trades, or contract labor programs

Demonstrated experience integrating external labor into active production environments

Strong understanding of:

Shipyard or industrial safety requirements

Quality and workmanship standards

Multi-trade production sequencing and interfaces

Proven ability to resolve contractor performance issues without disrupting production

Experience leading cross-functional teams and field-level execution

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting high-throughput or serial production shipyards

Familiarity with labor agreements, union environments, or mixed labor models

Experience managing specialty trade contractors (welding, joinery, electrical, machinery, etc.)

Background in contractor safety programs and field compliance auditing

Experience supporting startup or major production ramp-ups

Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience

What Success Looks Like

Contractors operate as integrated extensions of the shipyard workforce

Reduced safety incidents, quality escapes, and rework tied to contract labor

Clear accountability and predictable contractor performance

Minimal friction between internal teams and external trades

Contractor utilization enables production throughput instead of creating risk

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

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