Project Manager - Product Development

Job Title: Project Manager - Product Development

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Classification: Exempt

Reports To:  Director of Product Development

Pay Range: $100k-$130k

Location: Orlando, Florida 

 

Why Regal? 

For over five decades, Regal Boats has been a beacon of excellence in the boating industry. As a family-owned and operated company since 1969, we take immense pride in our tradition of craftsmanship and quality. With a dedicated team of 600+ skilled members, we have continued to innovate and build stunning 20-50-foot boats that embody the essence of luxury and performance.

What sets Regal Boats apart is our status as a privately owned company, allowing us to stay true to our values and focus on our team members. We believe in the power of nurturing our team, fostering a culture of growth, and offering advancement opportunities. At Regal Boats, your passion for boating and dedication will be rewarded with a fulfilling and dynamic career journey.

Our Purpose: Honor God & Enrich Lives.

Our Mission: With God’s help we will develop an exceptional team dedicated to enriching lives and providing an awesome boating experience. 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Summary
Regal Boats is seeking a driven, execution-focused Project Manager to be responsible for leading the planning, development, and execution of Regal Boats’ new product initiatives from concept through production launch and market adoption. This role is responsible for owning the complete lifecycle of multiple concurrent new product development programs, ensuring scope alignment, timeline execution, cost control, and BOM accuracy across each project. This role oversees engineering project execution while serving as the tactical owner of product development programs.

This position drives cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and Quality to ensure new models and product improvements are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with customer expectations and business objectives.

The role combines technical project management with product lifecycle ownership, ensuring Regal products remain competitive, innovative, and aligned with market needs.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Product Development
1. Lead and manage new boat development projects from concept, prototype, validation, and production implementation.
2. Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, deliverables, and bills of materials.
3. Serve as the tactical owner of product development plans and prioritization for assigned models.
4. Support new product introductions (NPI), model year transitions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Ensure engineering deliverables and design releases meet Regal standards and production readiness requirements.
2. Cross-Functional Leadership
1. Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Sales, and Marketing.
2. Facilitate regular project meetings and communicate progress, risks, and milestones to leadership.
3. Monitor project scope, resource allocation, and competing priorities across multiple initiatives.
4. Collaborate with Production and Manufacturing teams to support successful product launches.
3. Market & Product Strategy
1. Conduct market research and monitor competitive activity within the boating industry.
2. Identify customer needs and translate insights into product enhancements and future model development.
3. Partner with Sales and leadership to support pricing strategies and product positioning.
4. Establish, enhance, and differentiate Regal products within the competitive marketplace.
4. Continuous Improvement
1. Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
2. Drive improvements in engineering workflows, project execution, and product development processes.
3. Assist leadership with project prioritization and engineering workload planning.

 

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field or equivalent industry experience.
2. 3–5+