Lead Shipyard Superintendent – Vessel Repair & Projects

Darwin Recruitment

Massachusetts

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Darwin Recruitment seeks a Ship Superintendent to lead on-site vessel repair and industrial projects in a fast-paced shipyard/marine setting. You will oversee production activities, workforce allocations, subcontractors, schedules, safety, and quality from arrival through project completion.

You will collaborate with project management, vessel personnel, inspectors, and customers to meet contract, regulatory, and quality requirements, while coaching teams and driving continuous improvements.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of ship repair or related field.
Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role in shipyard/marine context.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specs, and contracts.
Experience managing vessel repair, dry dock, or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate daily vessel repair, maintenance, and production activities per schedules and milestones.
Supervise foremen, craft personnel, subcontractors, and other resources; coordinate priorities.
Review and interpret drawings, specs, work packages, and project requirements.
Serve as primary on-site contact for customers, vessel reps, inspectors, and regulatory personnel.
Monitor progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain productivity.
Promote safety culture; ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
Coordinate quality inspections, testing, and documentation; ensure standards.
Manage materials, equipment, vessel access, staging, and subcontractor activities.
Maintain accurate project docs; support change orders and closeout.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance guidance to production staff.