From Blueprint Search Group's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
We are seeking an experienced Marine Construction Foreman / Heavy Equipment Operator to lead field crews while remaining actively involved in day-to-day marine construction operations.
This is a hands-on foreman position for someone who is comfortable leading a crew and climbing into the equipment when needed. A major part of the role involves operating excavators from barges, so experience working around water, barges, tides, currents, and changing site conditions is highly preferred.
The ideal candidate comes from a marine construction, heavy civil, waterfront, pile driving, or similar construction background and knows how to safely get work done in challenging field conditions.
What You'll Do
Lead and organize a marine construction crew in daily field operations
Operate excavators and other heavy equipment, including equipment positioned on barges
Plan and sequence daily construction activities
Read construction plans and perform basic field layout
Coordinate crews, materials, barges, boats, and equipment
Perform or supervise pile driving, sheet pile installation, shoreline construction, demolition, and lifting operations
Account for tides, currents, water levels, spuds, and barge stability when planning and performing work
Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce jobsite safety requirements
Monitor workmanship and maintain quality standards
Communicate schedules, equipment needs, and field conditions with project management
Complete daily reports, equipment inspections, and required project documentation
Hold crew members accountable for safety, attendance, productivity, and proper equipment care
$65,000–$90,000 annually, depending on experience.
Compensation will be based primarily on marine construction leadership experience, heavy equipment operating ability, and experience operating equipment from barges.
Requirements
Previous excavator or heavy equipment operating experience
Previous construction foreman or crew leadership experience
Ability to read construction plans and understand construction sequencing
Strong mechanical and field problem-solving abilities
Strong safety awareness and sound judgment
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to work outdoors in marine environments and changing weather conditions
Ability to effectively lead and communicate with field crews and management
Candidates with any of the following experience are strongly encouraged to apply: Operating an excavator from a floating barge
Marine, waterfront, or heavy civil construction
Barges, spuds, push boats, tides, and currents
Pile driving and sheet pile installation
Rigging, lifting, and signal-person responsibilities
Construction layout
Shoreline stabilization or waterfront structures
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Benefits
401(k) matching
Paid time off
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