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.