Project Superintendent (Marine - BU23)

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries is seeking a Project Superintendent to lead the field side of inland marine construction projects—docks, wharves, bulkheads, cofferdams, and marine terminals. You’ll manage crews, coordinate equipment and barges, and ensure work is built safely, on schedule, and to spec.

You’ll report to the Site Manager and serve as the field contact for owners, subcontractors, and your crews, while coaching staff, reviewing progress, and driving continuous improvement on every project.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a Superintendent or lead Foreman role; inland marine, heavy civil, or industrial construction experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of pile driving operations, marine equipment (cranes, barges, spuds), and waterway/dock construction methods.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for field operations on one or multiple inland marine construction projects.
• Understand basic computer and software skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote).
• Coach and mentor direct reports.
• Review resumes and conduct interviews to identify candidates for future positions.
• Understand the estimate, schedule, manpower requirements, equipment requirements, and cost aspects of marine projects.
• Review contract language and monitor personnel and recruiting capabilities.
• Attend and/or lead client meetings and develop client relationships.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and schedules.
• Coordinate subcontractors, marine trades, and dive contractors to operate efficiently.
• Plan around water levels, weather windows, and river/tidal conditions to protect schedule and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Client relationships

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

OneNote

Job description

More information about this job

Cajun Industries

Project Superintendent – Marine Construction

The Role

Cajun Industries is looking for a Project Superintendent to run the field side of inland marine construction projects — docks, wharves, bulkheads, cofferdams, pile driving, marine terminals, and waterway/flood-control structures. This is a hands-on leadership role: you're on site, running the crew, coordinating equipment and barges, and making sure the work gets built safely, on schedule, and to spec. You'll report to the Site Manager and serve as the point person in the field for owners, subcontractors, and your own crews.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for field operations on one or multiple inland marine construction projects
• Understand basic computer and software skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote)
• Responsible for coaching and mentoring direct reports
• Review resumes and conduct interviews to identify candidates for future positions
• Understand the estimate, schedule, manpower requirements, equipment requirements, and cost aspects of one or more marine projects
• Understand contract language
• Monitor personnel and recruiting capabilities
• Attend and/or lead client meetings as necessary. Develop client relationships
• Confer with management to resolve complaints and grievances within the workforce
• Inspect work in progress — including pile driving, marine structures, and below-waterline work — to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and adherence to construction schedules
• Prepare and/or review reports on progress, material usage, and cost, and adjust work schedules as indicated by reports
• Communicate and coordinate subcontractors, including marine trades and dive contractors, to operate at the highest level and meet Cajun's expectations
• Coordinate equipment, barges, cranes, and marine support vessels to keep work sequenced efficiently
• Plan around water levels, weather windows, and river/tidal conditions to protect schedule and safety
• Quality control oversight and accountability
• Development of employees

Experience/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a Superintendent or lead Foreman role; inland marine, heavy civil, or industrial construction experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of pile driving operations, marine equipment (cranes, barges, spuds), and waterway/dock construction methods
• Valid driver's license required

Physical

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions
• Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Will operate office equipment of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders, scaffolds, barges, and marine vessels
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, reaching overhead, squatting, sitting or standing, and lifting
• Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, floating and fixed marine platforms, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, docks, and other waterfront surfaces
• Must be able to work over and around water, including transport to job sites by boat or barge, and wear required marine PPE (e.g., personal flotation device)
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, etc.)
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to drive cars/trucks as needed

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/supervision and field workers
• Talking and reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary, including real-time judgment calls tied to weather, water conditions, and marine equipment safety
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
• Requires strong leadership and motivational skills and ability to serve as a mentor