Commercial/Repair Piping Supervisor/Foreman

Atlas NextWave; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas NextWave is seeking a Commercial/Repair Piping Supervisor/Foreman in the United States for a 6-month contract starting November 10th, 2026. The role requires coordinating daily activities, enforcing safety and QA standards, and guiding crews across shifts to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities include planning, inspections, documentation, and collaboration with purchasing. Strong shipyard leadership and QC experience are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must have shipyard experience as a piping supervisor.
• Seven or more years of management experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in Quality Control and Inspection.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate day-to-day business activities.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Monitor suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Plan and schedule work sequences and project activities.
• Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product and process quality.
• Complete and maintain documentation supporting testing and inspection procedures.
• Optimize productivity, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings for material needs.

Skills

Shipyard experience

Management experience

Quality Control

Inspection

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Operations & Maintenance

Ref#: J025200_1793304071

Commercial/Repair Piping Supervisor/Foreman

Type of Work

Contract

Country

United States

Start Date

November 10th, 2026

Duration

6 months

Detailed Description - Foreman Role

• Direct and coordinate day-to-day business activities.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Monitor suppliers to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of required goods and services.
• Plan and schedule work sequences and project activities.
• Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product and process quality and performance.
• Complete and maintain documentation supporting testing and inspection procedures.
• Optimize productivity, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Inspect workpieces for defects and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Plan, direct, and oversee project execution.
• Train and instruct employees on efficient work methods and procedures.
• Develop and implement a Quality Control program, including internal audits.
• Record employee time, enforce company policies, and evaluate employee performance.
• Serve as a resource for key stakeholders, including crews, leaders, boat representatives, and senior leadership.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to determine material requirements and work sequences.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Department to requisition materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Collaborate with supervisors across other trades to coordinate interdepartmental activities.
• Plan and develop new production processes.
• Review production schedules and estimate labor-hour requirements for assigned work.
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and applicable safety regulations.
• Interpret specifications and job orders, communicate requirements to employees, and assign duties.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Identify opportunities to improve working conditions and equipment utilization to increase efficiency.
• Analyze and resolve work-related problems, assisting employees as needed.
• Recommend initiatives to motivate employees and achieve production goals.
• Coordinate activities with other supervisors to support departmental objectives.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and guidance to staff.
• Ensure action items are tracked and completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain reliable attendance, which is an essential function of the position.
• Support and promote the organization's Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety
• policies.
• Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have shipyard experience as a piping supervisor
• Must understand flushing and have the ability to turn systems on during commissioning and start up
• Do not have to be pipe welding certified, but if candidate can point out defect welds that would be a plus.
• Mostly day shift work across Shift 1 and 2 working 10 hours a day 6 to 7 days a week.
• Prior shipyard experience is a plus.
• Seven or more years of management experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in Quality Control and Inspection.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.