Marine Construction Field Superintendent

Underwater Mechanix UMX•Jacksonville, FL

109d•$45 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Underwater Mechanix Services (UMX) is seeking an experienced Marine Construction Field Superintendent to lead the on-site execution of marine, heavy civil, and commercial diving projects. The Superintendent is responsible for overall field planning, coordination, safety, production, quality, and documentation. This position directs field operations through Foremen, crew leaders, designated Dive Supervisors, and subcontractors. Working closely with the Project Manager, the Superintendent ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and according to contract requirements. This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida, and requires extensive travel. Full-time presence at assigned project sites is mandatory, and job locations will change as projects are completed.

Requirements

Minimum of ten years of field experience in marine construction, heavy civil construction, waterfront construction, commercial diving support, or a related construction environment.
At least four years of experience as a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent directly supervising field personnel.
Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple crews, subcontractors, equipment, and work activities across an active construction site.
Knowledge of marine construction methods, look-ahead planning, production tracking, construction documents, and applicable OSHA, EM 385-1-1, NAVFAC, USACE, and USCG requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, reporting, and computer skills; eligibility for federal installation access, and ability to travel and work project-driven schedules.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain federal installation access credentials.
OSHA 30 Hour Construction Certification.

Nice To Haves

Preferred EM 385-1-1 40 Hour Certification.

Responsibilities

Lead all site-wide construction operations through Foremen, crew leaders, designated Dive Supervisors, equipment operators, and subcontractors.
Develop look-ahead plans and coordinate daily priorities, manpower, equipment, vessels, materials, logistics, mobilization, and demobilization.
Monitor production, productivity, schedules, and resource utilization; identify constraints and coordinate corrective plans with the Project Manager.
Review drawings, specifications, permits, RFIs, submittments, work plans, and contract requirements; promptly report scope changes, delays, differing conditions, and project risks.
Provide safety leadership, ensure required planning and briefings are completed, verify personnel qualifications, enforce applicable safety requirements, and exercise stop-work authority when necessary.
Ensure fieldwork meets contract and quality-control requirements; coordinate inspections, correct deficiencies, and oversee punch-list and field close-out activities.
Serve as the primary field contact for project stakeholders while routing contractual, pricing, and scope decisions through the Project Manager.
Maintain accurate daily reports, field logs, safety and inspection records, progress photographs, labor and equipment records, and documentation supporting change orders.
Establish accountability for field leadership, coordinate staffing, coach Foremen and crew leaders, and address performance or conduct concerns with Project Management and Human Resources.