Marine Barge Foreman — Lead Barge Crews & Projects

Salmons Marine Contractors; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Per diem for out-of-town work

Room and board provided for qualifying

Job summary

Salmons Dredging Corporation is seeking a Barge Foreman / Marine Construction Foreman to lead crews on barges and job sites in the Charleston, SC area. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating equipment, materials, and personnel to meet plans, specs, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience on marine construction projects, strong reading of drawings, and the ability to work with crane operators, divers, and project managers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading marine construction crews on barges or in similar roles.
• Proven ability to supervise and direct crews aboard construction barges.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project specs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with safety as a priority.
• Willingness to travel for project requirements; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise marine construction crews on barges and job sites.
• Direct daily activities and clarify scope of work to crews.
• Coordinate with project managers, crane operators, divers, and other personnel.
• Safely position and operate around barges and equipment.
• Assist with crane operations, rigging, and pile driving as needed.
• Read plans and ensure work aligns with specifications.
• Manage materials, tools, equipment, and manpower daily.
• Maintain safety, housekeeping and company procedures.
• Conduct toolbox talks and assist with job hazards analysis.
• Report equipment issues and coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with diving crews when diving operations are part of a project.

Skills

Leadership

Marine construction ops

Read drawings

Safety minded

Communication

Willing to travel

Valid driver's license

Education

OSHA training

NCCCO certification

USCG credentials

Driver's license (already listed)

Tools

Crane operations

Rigging

Diving operations coordination

Equipment inspections

Job description

Salmons Dredging Corporation is seeking a Barge Foreman / Marine Construction Foreman to lead crews on barges and job sites in the Charleston, SC area. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating equipment, materials, and personnel to meet plans, specs, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience on marine construction projects, strong reading of drawings, and the ability to work with crane operators, divers, and project managers.