Paint Team Lead

Delphinus Engineering, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health program

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a skilled technical manager. You will oversee a team to ensure high-quality shipboard installation projects, manage deliverables, and maintain compliance with Navy standards. The ideal candidate has six years of marine coatings experience and strong leadership abilities. Benefits include comprehensive health programs, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of experience in marine coatings.
• C12, C7, C14 or NBPI certification preferred.
• Ability to manage personnel and logistics effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams on shipboard installation projects.
• Oversee schedules, staffing, and quality assurance.
• Evaluate staff and subcontractor performance.

Skills

Leadership and coordination skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Experience in marine coatings

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalence

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY: Provide technical, administrative, and operational management while guiding a skilled team through shipboard availabilities, ensuring top-quality work every step of the way. You’ll be the bridge between the program managers, technical crews, and subcontractors, overseeing daily operations, troubleshooting challenges, and ensuring all deliverables meet Navy standards and timelines.

Manages the activities of workers engaged in the application and removal of various paint coatings on ships and non-nuclear components, interior/exterior surface ships preservation per NAVSEA Standard Item (009-32).

LOCATION

Norfolk, VA

DUTIES And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading and coordinating cross-functional teams on multiple concurrent shipboard installation projects.
• Overseeing schedules, staffing, materials, and quality assurance for technical deliverables.
• Assures quality of work meets NAVSEA Standards.
• Providing project updates, technical briefings, and performance reports to leadership and Navy partners.
• Evaluating staff and subcontractor performance and implementing improvements where needed.
• Managing logistics, tracking long-lead materials, and resolving any issues that may impact cost or schedule.
• Properly handle and utilize hazardous materials/solvents, including but not limited to, toxic and non-toxic painting materials, select proper protection required when applying, removing, and properly disposing of Education.
• Must be a graduate with a high school diploma or GED equivalence.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of experience in marine coatings and/or combination of marine and industrial coatings field. C12, C7, C14 or NBPI certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills—able to manage personnel, logistics, and competing priorities with confidence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and Project, for tracking and reporting.
• Must be able to work effectively with others.
• Must be steady, reliable worker.

SALARY RANGE:

$50,000 - $75,000 per year
In determining compensation, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, educational background; relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, market factors; and geographic location.

Req Number SKI-26-00081

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive health program for employee and dependents
• Company paid Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term and Long-term disability - Company paid
• Life Insurance and AD&D - Company paid
• Voluntary Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Paid time off with company holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefit eligibility is set forth in benefit plan documents and organization policies.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.