Senior Marine Construction Area Manager

ORION; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Marine seeks an Area Manager to oversee southeastern marine construction projects from Tampa. The role drives estimating, planning, execution, and regulatory compliance while aligning with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork values.

The candidate will lead PMs, Estimators, and superintendents, ensuring on-time completion under budget and maintaining strong client relationships across the region.

Qualifications

• Requires at least ten (15) years of marine construction industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Willingness to travel and lead by example; able to influence management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Tampa Operations leadership to meet objectives for Orion Marine’s projects.
• Provide strategic direction to Project Managers and guide key decisions on current projects.
• Develop and implement project plans based on bids, costs, schedules, contracts, and safety rules.
• Oversee progress on awarded projects and guide timely delivery under budget.
• Lead and mentor project management staff to deepen capability and efficiency.
• Manage project budgets and hold team accountable for costs vs. budgets.
• Foster client relationships and pursue new business opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental procedures and company programs.
• Visit work locations and job sites to supervise operations.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Project management

Operational planning

Business development

Customer focus

Budgeting

Decision making

Influence

Self-motivation

Leadership by example

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Orion Marine seeks an Area Manager to oversee southeastern marine construction projects from Tampa. The role drives estimating, planning, execution, and regulatory compliance while aligning with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork values.

The candidate will lead PMs, Estimators, and superintendents, ensuring on-time completion under budget and maintaining strong client relationships across the region.