Steel Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Oversees shipyard steel repair and fabrication operations, including Steel Foremen and crews, across projects to meet safety, quality, cost and schedule requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Direct steel production, repair, fabrication and installation activities across projects

·         Supervise Steel Foremen, welders, fitters and other assigned personnel

·         Review contracts, drawings, specifications, estimates and schedules

·         Plan manpower, work sequencing, equipment, materials and subcontractor support

·         Coordinate priorities and access with project managers and other departments

·         Monitor productivity, labor costs, progress, quality and resource utilization

·         Resolve technical, staffing, scheduling and production problems

·         Oversee structural renewal, fitting, welding and fabrication quality

·         Coordinate inspections, corrective work, customer meetings and change orders

·         Ensure hot work permits, fire watches, ventilation and safety controls

·         Develop foremen, assist with personnel matters and maintain operating records

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive shipyard steel repair and fabrication experience required; experience supervising multiple crews or foremen strongly preferred; strong scheduling, drawing interpretation and leadership skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires standing, walking, climbing ladders and gangways, bending, kneeling, crouching, carrying tools and materials, and navigating uneven, wet or elevated surfaces. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn. Essential physical tasks must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work occurs in active shipyard, vessel, dry dock, pier and industrial settings, with exposure to noise, machinery, moving equipment, welding, dust, fumes, wet surfaces, weather and other recognized hazards. Overtime, weekends or variable shifts may be required.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow company policies and applicable OSHA and maritime safety requirements; attend safety briefings, use required PPE, report hazards and incidents promptly, and stop or escalate unsafe work.

DISCLAIMER

This description summarizes the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Management may modify responsibilities based on operational needs, consistent with applicable law.