Superintendent

Orion Marine Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Per diem

Relocation assistance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with Safe Harbor Match

Paid time off

Job summary

Orion Marine Construction | Atlantic Division is seeking a Superintendent to lead field operations on marine construction projects across the Atlantic Division. You’ll direct daily work through Foremen, align crews, equipment, and materials with the Project Manager, and set the pace on site while upholding safety, quality, and production standards.

The role requires extensive marine construction experience, supervisory oversight of craft crews, and willingness to travel up to 100% across

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of marine construction experience on work barges or job sites, or equivalent supervisory experience.
• Previous supervisory experience leading foremen and craft crews.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Experience receiving and handling equipment used in marine operations.
• Knowledge of coordinating pile driving, crane operations, welding, carpentry, sandblasting and pipefitting.

Responsibilities

• Review project scope, schedule, and cost with the Project Manager before mobilization.
• Coordinate work plans with foremen and subcontractors.
• Lead daily field operations, sequence work across crafts, and coordinate staffing, materials, barges, cranes, and other equipment.
• Track production, percent complete, and field spending against the plan; update leadership daily.
• Inspect workmanship and ensure crews follow procedures; carry out approved change orders as directed.
• Coordinate heavy equipment use and maintenance; oversee site setup, housekeeping, and safety.
• Help recruit and evaluate craft employees; provide input on personnel decisions and training.
• Work with Safety Representative to maintain site safeguards and emergency readiness; support inspections and audits.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Marine construction

First Aid & CPR

Equipment coordination

Safety leadership

Travel up to 100%

Tools

Pile driving

Crane operations

Welding

Carpentry

Sandblasting

Pipefitting

Job description

Orion Marine Construction | Atlantic Division
Headquarters Tampa, FL
Travel Up to 100% across Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, and the Caribbean
Current rotation Approximately 3 weeks on site and 1 week off, depending on project needs
Employment Full-time, salaried
Reports to VP of Operations

Build Marine Projects Where the Work Actually Happens

Orion is hiring a Superintendent to lead field operations on marine construction projects across the Atlantic Division. You’ll direct daily work through General Foremen and Foremen and partner with the Project Manager to line up crews, equipment, and materials. You’ll set the pace on site, solve problems as conditions change, and hold crews accountable for safety, workmanship, and production.

Orion builds on, over, and under the water. Our projects include ports, docks, bridges, causeways, mechanical dredging, and other waterfront infrastructure. Our teams are guided by Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, built on a foundation of Integrity.

What You’ll Do

Review project scope, schedule, and cost with the Project Manager before mobilization. Coordinate work plans with foremen and subcontractors.

Lead daily field operations, sequence work across crafts, and coordinate staffing, materials, barges, cranes, and other equipment.

Track production, percent complete, and field spending against the plan. Update the Project Manager or General Superintendent daily and raise issues that could affect the schedule or budget.

Inspect workmanship, verify crews follow construction procedures, and carry out approved change orders as directed.

Coordinate heavy equipment use and maintenance, maintain tool inventory, and oversee site setup, housekeeping, and security.

Help recruit and evaluate craft employees, provide input on personnel decisions, and ensure new crew members receive safety and job-specific training before starting field assignments.

Work with the Field Safety Representative to maintain site safeguards and emergency readiness. Support inspections and audits, correct hazards, and stop work when unsafe conditions are observed or anticipated.

What You’ll Need

At least 8 years of marine construction experience on work barges or job sites, or equivalent experience supervising marine construction.

Previous supervisory experience leading foremen and craft crews.

First Aid and CPR certification.

Experience receiving and handling equipment used in marine operations.

Working knowledge of how to coordinate pile driving, crane operations, welding, carpentry, sandblasting, pipefitting, and related crafts.

Ability to anticipate field problems, control job costs, maintain schedules, and communicate clearly with crews and project leadership.

Ability to travel up to 100% and work the project rotation.

Jobsite Requirements

You must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation. Field work includes wearing required PPE, safely accessing barges, boats, vessels, and docks, and responding appropriately in emergencies. The role may involve prolonged standing or sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, working at heights or in confined spaces, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.

For dredging assignments, the work also requires recognizing visual and audible changes in dredging operations.

Compensation and Benefits

Bonus opportunities, per diem, and relocation assistance may be available depending on the role, project assignment, and eligibility.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.

Fidelity 401(k) with Safe Harbor Match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Paid time off, nine paid public holidays, and volunteer time off.

Tuition reimbursement, an employee referral program, employee discounts, and wellness programs.

Benefits and other compensation programs are subject to applicable plan documents, company policies, and eligibility requirements.

Orion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

Location

1715 N. Westshore Blvd. Suite 875, Tampa , Florida 33607 , United States