Marine Fleet Supervisor – Heavy Civil Construction

Brayman Construction•Franklin Township, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Brayman Construction is seeking an experienced Marine Fleet Supervisor (Towboat & Barge Operations) to support the Meldahl Locks & Dam Project in Felicity, Ohio. This is a long-term, full-time leadership position responsible for overseeing marine equipment and vessel operations supporting heavy civil construction activities. The Marine Fleet Supervisor will coordinate the operation, maintenance, and deployment of barges, towboats, floating cranes, and other marine equipment used in construction operations within an active inland river navigation pool.

Requirements

Minimum 5-7 years of marine construction or inland river fleet operations experience
Experience supervising marine crews or barge fleet operations
Experience working on lock and dam construction projects or inland navigation pools
Knowledge of towboat operations, barge handling, and floating crane operations
Familiarity with inland river navigation systems and vessel positioning within active waterways
Strong understanding of marine safety practices, USACE requirements, and Coast Guard regulations
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Commitment to maintaining safe work practices
High school diploma or equivalent required
Recent and verifiable work history required

Nice To Haves

Maritime licenses or marine safety certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Supervising daily operations of the project marine fleet, including towboats, barges, floating cranes, and support vessels
Coordinating movement, positioning, and mooring of construction barges and crane barges within the navigation pool
Supporting marine construction activities including barge crane operations, pile driving, and material transport
Coordinating marine crews including towboat operators, deckhands, and equipment operators
Monitoring river conditions, commercial navigation traffic, and project activities within the inland river navigation system
Ensuring compliance with USACE requirements, U.S. Coast Guard regulations, and company safety policies
Coordinating marine logistics with project management and field supervision
Supporting lock and dam construction activities requiring barge positioning and fleet coordination
Maintaining equipment readiness and coordinating maintenance of marine vessels and floating equipment
Maintaining safe and organized marine work areas
Serving as a hands-on field leader, working alongside marine crews while coordinating equipment and personnel to support safe and efficient construction operations.