POSITION SUMMARY

The Field Superintendent at Underwater Mechanix, Inc. (UMX) is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all field operations associated with marine construction projects. This position ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company policies, contract requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. The Superintendent provides direct leadership to foremen, commercial dive teams, crane crews, equipment operators, and subcontractors while maintaining continuous communication with project management, clients, and regulatory agencies.

The Marine Construction Field Superintendent promotes a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence while ensuring all work complies with OSHA regulations, EM 385-1-1 (where applicable), USACE specifications, USCG requirements, ADCI Consensus Standards for diving operations, environmental permits, and company procedures.

This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida and requires candidates to travel in and outside the state of Florida as needed for projects. On-site presence on projects is mandatory, with job site locations changing as projects are completed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce UMX safety programs, site-specific safety plans, and Job specific plans on a daily basis.
• Conduct pre-shift toolbox talks, job hazard analyses (JHAs/JSAs), and pre-dive briefings.
• Ensure all operations comply with OSHA, EM 385-1-1, USCG, NAVFAC, and USACE safety and environmental standards.
• Immediately investigate and report any incidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions to the Project Manager.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily marine construction activities.
• Develop and communicate daily work plans to field personnel.
• Ensure work progresses in accordance with project schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project productivity and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Review drawings, specifications, permits, and contract documents before work begins.
• Identify schedule impacts and communicate potential delays to project management.
• Assist Project Managers with project planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

Field Operations

• Direct and coordinate all field crews, subcontractors, and equipment operators on the project site.
• Oversee marine construction activities including pile driving, underwater inspection, waterfront construction, and vessel operations.
• Coordinate the mobilization, staging, and demobilization of equipment, vessels, and materials.
• Manage daily field production to ensure schedule milestones are met and resources are utilized efficiently.
• Identify and communicate scope changes, differing site conditions, or production impacts to the Project Manager.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and submit accurate daily field reports documenting crew hours, equipment utilization, and production quantities.
• Maintain field logs, equipment inspection records, and all required project documentation.
• Document and photograph differing site conditions and changed conditions for change order support.

Quality Control

• Monitor field workmanship to ensure all work meets contract specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct and document quality control inspections at key project milestones.
• Coordinate with owner representatives, CORs, and inspectors during site visits and acceptance inspections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 6 years of field experience in marine construction, commercial diving, or heavy civil/waterfront construction.
• Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or lead field role managing crews of 5 or more personnel.
• Working knowledge of marine construction methods and OSHA, EM 385-1-1, USCG, and NAVFAC standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and dive plans.
• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain and maintain required federal installation access credentials.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in remote, marine, and field environments.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
• Experience on NAVFAC, USACE, or USCG federally contracted projects.
• Rigging and crane signalperson certification (ASME B30 or equivalent).
• First Aid / CPR / AED / Oxygen Provider certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is performed primarily in active marine and waterfront construction environments. The Field Superintendent must be capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions, boarding vessels and barges, traversing uneven terrain, and wearing required PPE. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. is required.

What We Offer:

• 9 paid holidays
• Vacation, sick and bereavement pay
• PPE and annual allowance for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Work shirts provided
• Competitive benefits after 60 days of employment. Employer pays 75% of policy premiums!
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
• 401k + match up to 3%
• Company-paid life insurance and short/long term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Career development opportunities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is performed primarily in active marine and waterfront construction environments. The Field Superintendent must be capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions, boarding vessels and barges, traversing uneven terrain, and wearing required PPE. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. is required