April 10, 2026 Melissa Kashouh

Saronic – Design Manager – Capital Building Projects

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● TALENT ONE MARKET INTELLIGENCE: SARONIC

πŸ”₯ TALENT LIQUIDITY:
High demand for industrial project managers with experience in tech-sector manufacturing. Supply is constrained by the niche requirement for multi-discipline oversight (MEP/Structural/Civil).

πŸ“ˆ ALPHA SIGNAL:
This role is the gatekeeper for the company’s physical production capacity. By successfully delivering these capital projects, you become a critical pillar in the company’s valuation, directly impacting your equity upside and long-term financial stability.

EST. COMPENSATION
$160k – $200k Base + Equity Participation
SECTOR HEAT
85.9/100
CANDIDATE PROTOCOL: Focus your narrative on ‘speed-to-commissioning.’ Emphasize your ability to navigate AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) hurdles to keep capital projects on schedule, as this is the primary pain point for the firm.

Official Role Description: Saronic

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.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.Duties & Responsibilities:Lead/oversee design efforts for multiple, simultaneous capital projects of various size and complexityLead development, identification, and scoping of projects includingΒ  requirements, goals, budgets, schedules, and implementation approachesWork in partnership with internal team members including technical SME’s, project sponsors, construction, facilities, and EHS.Develop RFP’s for design and construction proposals from external 3rdΒ partiesOccasional travelDesign review and approvalEngagement with AHJ’s and municipalities as required for project approvalsRequirements:Minimum 2 years proven experience leading a multi-discipline design teams including civil/site, structural, MEP, FP, architecture design elements through the complete project life cycle from concept/project definition through to commissioning and hand over. Project experience should be in an industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or technology sector.Β  Project experience desired to be a combination of smaller ( $50M) capital investment.Minimum 4 years of actual design experience in one of the following areas of focus: architecture, structural, MEP, site/civil.Demonstrated experience with leading and facilitating project teams comprised of technical SME’s, manufacturing representatives, facilities and EHS representatives, and construction/commissioning representatives.Experience and understanding of project scheduling and capital project budget development and tracking, with a proven track record of meeting schedules and budgets.Excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to pivot between in-depth detail to high level concepts, and experience with conflict resolution.Preferred but not required, professional licensure (PE/RA) in technical area of practice.Experience as consulting engineer/architect and/or as owner.Proven ability to learn and grow from experiences, open to new approaches and solutions, and willing to make quick decisions.Physical Demands:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerOccasional standing and walking within the officeManual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipmentVisual acuity to read screens, documents, and reportsOccasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office suppliesLifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)Benefits:Medical Insurance:Β Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of servicesDental and Vision Insurance:Β Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision careSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependentsTime Off:Β Generous PTO and HolidaysParental Leave:Β Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parentsCompetitive Salary:Β Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonusesRetirement Plan:Β 401(k) planStock Options:Β Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s successLife and Disability Insurance:Β Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverageAdditional Perks:Β Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the officeΒ This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require β€œU.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a β€œU.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined inΒ 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).Β Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require β€œU.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a β€œU.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Melissa Kashouh

Founder of Talent One I help enterprise leaders and investors forecast hiring surges, talent shortages, and market friction up to six weeks in advance using our patent-pending predictive intelligence platform. As the founder of Talent One AI (the intelligence layer of The Talent One), I built a system that turns lagging recruiting data into actionable foresight β€” helping companies reduce technical debt, protect employer brand, and hire ahead of the curve. Based in Providence, Rhode Island.
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