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Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a leading Hawaii-based ship repair organization supporting U.S. Navy and commercial vessels with repair, maintenance, and modernization services. We’re seeking a strong, proactive Structural Department Manager to lead Structural, Pipe, and Labor Departments while driving accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

<h1>Structural Department Manager</h1>Direct Hire | Superior Skilled Trades  Honolulu, HI Must be willing to relocate Relocation Assistance Provided  $140,000–$150,000/year (DOE) |  Full-Time | Must Be Flexible with Work Hours | 20% Performance Bonus 2x a year<hr/><h2>Why Join Us</h2>Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a leading Hawaii-based ship repair organization supporting U.S. Navy and commercial vessels with repair, maintenance, and modernization services. Safety is a core value, and schedule execution drives success.We’re seeking a strong, proactive Structural Department Manager to lead Structural, Pipe, and Labor Departments while driving accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across executive leadership and project teams.<hr/><h2>What You’ll Do</h2>Lead and manage Structural, Pipe, and Labor Departments supporting ship repair and modernization projects.Oversee structural steel fabrication, hull modifications, deck and bulkhead repairs, piping installation and testing, and general labor support.Ensure all work complies with NAVSEA Standard Items, U.S. Navy requirements, OSHA, and regulatory standards.Drive department productivity, quality, and on-time schedule performance.Develop and track daily, weekly, and project-based production metrics.Implement systems for accountability in labor, materials, equipment, and financial performance.Coordinate with executive leadership, Production, Engineering, Planning, and PMO to remove bottlenecks.Lead hot work operations including permitting, fire watch, and safety compliance.Grow department capabilities to reduce subcontractor dependence and expand business opportunities.Train and develop Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, Leads, and production teams.Support hiring, workforce planning, performance reviews, discipline, and CBA compliance.Advise Project Managers on status, obstacles, and recovery plans to beat project goals.Champion new technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.<hr/><h2>What We’re Looking For</h2>10+ years of shipyard or heavy industrial experience (required).Extensive knowledge of ship repair processes and federal contract environments.Experience with U.S. Navy ship repair and NAVSEA regulations (preferred).Strong leadership presence with the ability to build accountability and department culture.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.Experience managing structural welders, fitters, pipefitters, and labor crews.Strong communication skills — verbal and written.Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.High School Diploma required; Associate’s Degree in Industrial Trades/Applied Science preferred.<hr/><h2>Work Authorization & Clearance Requirements</h2>Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for base access).Must be able to obtain TWIC and DBIDS credentials.Must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.Valid Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Driver’s License (Class 3 or higher) or valid U.S. Passport + Hawaii Driver’s License.Reliable transportation required.<hr/><h2>Perks & Benefits</h2>Competitive executive-level salary.Opportunity to lead a major department in Hawaii’s ship repair industry.High-visibility leadership role with impact on company growth.Career advancement opportunities.INDHPowered by JazzHR

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Waldron Engineering & Construction, Inc. is a multi-discipline consulting engineering and construction management firm specializing in the design, construction, commissioning and performance testing of power generation, combined heat and power, renewable energy, and central heating and chilling facilities. Research, plan, and design structural solutions that often require novel concepts and approaches within a multi-discipline team to meet project expectations (technical, operational, aesthetic, construction) for a wide range of industrial facilities, often with client requirements that exceed typical code minimums.

Structural Engineer I (New Graduate)About Our FirmWaldron Engineering & Construction, Inc. is a multi-discipline consulting engineering and construction management firm specializing in the design, construction, commissioning and performance testing of power generation, combined heat and power, renewable energy, and central heating and chilling facilities. As a premier power engineering and construction management firm in the US, Waldron prides itself on being a leader in advancing new and emerging energy production technologies and developing ways to bring them to commercial application.The OpportunityWaldron Engineering and Construction, Inc. is seeking an entry level Structural Engineer in our Exeter New Hampshire office who will work under the direct supervision of the Structural Department Manager.The Structural Department specifically provides engineering services for combined heat and power plants, used by healthcare facilities, universities, military facilities and commercial electrical generation ventures.The successful candidate will perform technical work including, but not limited to, the following:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:45px"><li>Serve as technical resource on design issues and engineering theories, concepts, principles, and processes for structural integrity and seismic strength.</li><li>Research, plan, and design structural solutions that often require novel concepts and approaches within a multi-discipline team to meet project expectations (technical, operational, aesthetic, construction) for a wide range of industrial facilities, often with client requirements that exceed typical code minimums.</li><li>Develop design concepts through to detailed design stage.</li><li>Design tasks involving load determination, stress analysis, structural steel design using computational software design tools and hand calculations as appropriate.</li><li>Development of structural design drawings and specifications.</li><li>Work in a team environment with mechanical, electrical and controls engineering disciplines.</li><li>Review shop drawings and facilitate the construction administration process.</li><li>Conduct on-site inspections and troubleshooting investigations, as required.</li></ul>Your Education & Skills<ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:45px"><li>Bachelor’s Degree.</li><li>Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis software is required, RISA - preferred</li><li>Experience with Autodesk Revit and AutoCad - preferred</li><li>Working knowledge of MathCad, NavisWorks - preferred</li><li>Has successfully passed the FE exam - preferred</li><li>Good interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Works effectively in teams</li></ul>Position Benefits<ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:45px"><li>Excellent work environment.</li><li>Dedicated support staff.</li><li>Training and professional development.</li><li>Competitive benefits</li><li>Paid holidays & vacation.</li></ul>Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. No recruiters please. #hc167056

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The task at Waldron is not simply to design stable structures, but to ensure the design concepts are fully-coordinated with the overall needs of the facility, which includes assessment of constructability and project phasing, anticipation of the design interfaces with other engineering disciplines, reviewing plant operability as well as equipment maintenance and rigging access, addressing Code compliance, and ensuring cost-effectiveness of design solutions. Waldron Engineering & Construction, Inc. is a multi-discipline consulting engineering and construction management firm specializing in the design, construction, commissioning and performance testing of power generation, combined heat and power, renewable energy, and central heating and chilling facilities.

Structural Engineer IAbout Our FirmWaldron Engineering & Construction, Inc. is a multi-discipline consulting engineering and construction management firm specializing in the design, construction, commissioning and performance testing of power generation, combined heat and power, renewable energy, and central heating and chilling facilities. As a premier power engineering and construction management firm in the US, Waldron prides itself on being a leader in advancing new and emerging energy production technologies and developing ways to bring them to commercial application.The OpportunityWe are seeking a Structural Engineer who can make an immediate contribution to the engineering and design of multiple central utility plant projects, while developing the technical and leadership skills necessary to enable longer-term professional advancement within the team. The ideal candidate must possess a strong foundation in structural engineering theory and its application, experience producing design documents as part of a team, the desire to work in a fast-paced, multi-discipline environment, and the willingness to learn and to be challenged professionally. The task at Waldron is not simply to design stable structures, but to ensure the design concepts are fully-coordinated with the overall needs of the facility, which includes assessment of constructability and project phasing, anticipation of the design interfaces with other engineering disciplines, reviewing plant operability as well as equipment maintenance and rigging access, addressing Code compliance, and ensuring cost-effectiveness of design solutions.The successful candidate will perform technical work including, but not limited to, the following:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:45px"><li>Serve as technical resource on design issues and the application of engineering theories, concepts, principles, and processes to evaluate the structural integrity and seismic strength of structures.</li><li>Analyze existing structures to determine viability of proposed building alterations that typically include replacement, removal, addition and/or modification of equipment and systems within the building. Conceptualize pathways to achieve Code compliance and meet project goals.</li><li>Research, plan, and design structural solutions that often require novel concepts and approaches within a multi-discipline team to meet project expectations (technical, operational, aesthetic, construction) for industrial facilities, often with client requirements that exceed typical code minimums.</li><li>Design dynamic foundations for heavy industrial machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, reciprocating engines and compressors, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, and other balance-of-plant equipment.</li><li>Develop design concepts through detailed design stage.</li><li>Design tasks involving load determination, stress analysis, structural steel design using computational software design tools and hand calculations as appropriate.</li><li>Development of structural design drawings and specifications.</li><li>Work in a team environment with civil, mechanical, electrical and controls engineering disciplines.</li><li>Review shop drawings and facilitate the construction administration process.</li><li>Conduct on-site inspections and troubleshooting investigations, as required.</li></ul>Your Education & Skills<ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:45px"><li>Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred). 4-10 years of relevant experience</li><li>Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis software is required, RISA preferred</li><li>Experience with Autodesk Revit and AutoCad - is required</li><li>Working knowledge of MathCad, NavisWorks</li><li>Has successfully passed the FE exam</li><li>Good interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Works effectively in teams</li></ul>Position Benefits<ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:45px"><li>Excellent work environment</li><li>Growth Potential</li><li>Dedicated support staff</li><li>Training and professional development</li><li>Competitive benefits</li><li>Paid holidays & vacation</li></ul>Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. No recruiters please. #hc167057

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