• Project Manager Trainee

    Aerotek (San Diego, CA)


    Project Manager Trainee - Career Opportunity - San Diego, CA

    Job Description

    + The Project Manager plays a vital role in executing shipbuilding and repair projects by directing, coordinating, and supervising all project-related activities. This position ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the required quality standards, all while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop detailed project plans outlining the scope, timeline, resources, budget, and milestones.

    + Allocate and manage resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to ensure efficient project progress.

    + Create and oversee project budgets, ensuring financial viability and cost control.

    + Develop and maintain project schedules, addressing any delays promptly.

    + Ensure all work meets required standards and specifications through inspections and quality control checks.

    + Enforce safety protocols and regulations for a safe working environment.

    + Maintain clear communication with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams, providing regular project updates.

    + Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address issues proactively.

    + Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and legal requirements.

    + Lead and coordinate project teams, providing direction, support, and motivation.

    + Address and resolve technical, logistical, or personnel issues during the project.

    + Prepare and present progress reports to senior management, clients, and stakeholders.

    + Manage contracts with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, negotiating changes effectively.

    + Continuously seek to improve project processes and implement innovative solutions.

    + Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in estimation, Navy, NAVSEA, program management, project management, and project scheduling.

    + 3 years of experience in overhaul, repair, alteration, and testing of Navy Vessels.

    + 1 year of specialized experience in planning and managing multiple projects in a shipyard environment.

    + 2+ years of administrative support experience, preferably in ship repair, manufacturing, or an industrial setting.

    + Experience with base/ship access procedures, especially for DoD or U.S. Navy work.

    + Knowledge of production documentation processes, including CFRs and workforce time reporting.

    + Recent experience in project management, including financial reporting, oral and written communications, interpersonal relations, and managerial techniques.

    + High attention to detail, with a commitment to maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with Workday or other timekeeping software is a plus.

    Work Environment

    + The work will be conducted at a shop and various yards and bases.

    Job Type & Location

    + This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, California.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 11, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.