CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR 1-MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN OPERATIONS

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a Construction Supervisor to coordinate and supervise all aspects of the construction process for AOR programs, ensuring delivery aligns with scope and schedule.

The role emphasizes defining project goals, managing safety, quality, and cost, and coordinating with trades to meet contract requirements on-site in Newport News, VA.

Qualifications

• Two years foreman experience or equivalent.
• Four years exempt related experience (Planning, Production Control, Engineering, Construction/Project, Merchant Marine).
• Six years non-exempt professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the construction process for AOR including scope and deliverables.
• Manage schedule, quality and safety to meet contract specifications.
• Identify risks and resolve design/material/production issues to protect critical path.
• Liaise with trades management to control cost and determine overtime needs.

Skills

Foreman experience

Apprentice graduate

Military E-6+

Planning

Production Control

Engineering

Construction/Project management

Education

BS in Engineering

Construction/Project Management degree

Job description

Req ID: 47862

Team: K79 CVN 79 CONSTR

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $85,000.00 to $106,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the construction process for AOR including defining the project scope, goals and deliverables that support build strategy and key event schedule. Manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders to ensure quality and safety standards are met and that work is being performed as scheduled within contract specifications. Identify and expedite the resolution of design, material, grouping, scheduling, manpower, or other problems that could risk accomplishment of critical path work. Liaise with trades’ management to control cost performance within AOR, to include determination of overtime requirements and identification/management of cost drivers. Assess all growth work and/or contract funded point changes are evaluated to ensure funding is authorized and work is integrated and achievable within schedule. Identify impact and potential risks and devise contingency plans. Perform inspections including, but not limited to, preliminary structural inspections, tank/void inspections, yard final inspections, inspection to support release of concealing materials, compartment and system turnover inspections and test inspections. Document discrepancies and issue to responsible party for corrections. Assess safety risks within AOR and develop mitigations plans as appropriate.

THIS IS A PIPELINE REQUISITION. MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR 1 POSITIONS ARE OPEN UNDER OPERATIONS TO INCLUDE CARRIER NEW CONSTRUCTION (CVN 80/81), RCOH (CVN 74/75), VCS & COLUMBIA.

Must Have

• 2 years Foreman experience OR Apprentice Graduate OR Military E-6 and above OR BS in Engineering Or Construction/Project Management
• 4 years exempt related experience (Planning, Production Control, Engineering, Construction/Project, Merchant Marine)
• 6 years non-exempt professional experience

Nice to Have

• MUST BE ABLE TO TRANSIT SHIPBOARD AND ON UNITS.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early Childhood and post secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.