Project Manager - Marine Construction

J.F. Brennan Company Inc.; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with generous matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit-sharing program

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A marine construction firm is seeking a Marine Construction Project Manager for managing complex civil infrastructure projects over water. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in marine or heavy civil projects and a solid understanding of marine construction methods. Responsibilities include managing project work plans, overseeing foundation operations, and maintaining financial controls. The role offers industry-leading compensation, emphasizing safety and family-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in marine or heavy civil infrastructure.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex public infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of marine construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle management of marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop and manage detailed project work plans and cost structures.
• Oversee deep foundation operations including pile driving.

Skills

Project management

Marine logistics coordination

Heavy civil risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

J.F. Brennan Company is seeking a proven Marine Construction Project Manager to lead technically complex civil infrastructure projects performed on or over water. We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong background in deep foundations, bridge construction, barge terminals, dock structures, dam construction, and railroad infrastructure.

Our projects demand precision planning, marine logistics coordination, and hands‑on leadership in challenging environments. The ideal candidate has successfully managed work from floating equipment, understands heavy civil risk management, and thrives in technically demanding marine settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle management of marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects executed on or over water
• Develop and manage detailed project work plans, cost structures, baseline schedules, and recovery schedules
• Oversee deep foundation operations including pile driving (steel, concrete, timber), drilled shafts, cofferdams, and sheet piling systems
• Manage marine logistics including barges, cranes, floating equipment, specialty access systems, and sequencing of work over navigable waterways
• Direct coordination between field leadership, engineering teams, subcontractors, and owners
• Maintain strict financial control including forecasting, cost tracking, productivity analysis, change management, and monthly owner billing
• Prepare and negotiate change orders and contract modifications in accordance with public infrastructure contract requirements
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, lift plans, and engineered marine work plans
• Support pursuit efforts including bid reviews, quantity takeoffs, pricing strategy, and risk evaluation
• Interface with public agencies including DOTs, USACE, rail authorities, port authorities, and municipal owners
• Travel to active marine construction job sites up to 75% of the time as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field
• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in marine or heavy civil infrastructure (not commercial building construction)
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing projects involving:
  • Bridge substructures and superstructures
  • Dam rehabilitation
  • Dock and barge terminal construction
  • Railroad infrastructure and rail bridge work
  • Deep foundation systems and pile-supported structures
• Strong working knowledge of marine construction methods including work from floating platforms and temporary work in water
• Experience managing public infrastructure contracts with complex specifications and regulatory requirements
• Advanced understanding of scheduling (Primavera P6 or MS Project), cost control, forecasting, and contract management
• Proven ability to lead field teams in high-risk, technically demanding marine environments
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to interface with owners, engineers, inspectors, and executive leadership

Benefits

• Company recognized as a Great Place to Work and a Best Workplace in Construction by Fortune
• Focus on safety, quality, innovation, and family‑oriented culture
• Industry‑leading compensation, including group health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility, and profit‑sharing program

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.