A well-established, family-owned marine construction contractor is seeking an experienced Pile Driving Foreman to lead field crews on marine construction projects throughout the Chesapeake Bay and Mid-Atlantic region.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pile-driving professional who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role and oversee the safe, efficient execution of marine foundation and waterfront construction projects.
What You'll Do
- Lead and supervise pile-driving crews on marine construction projects.
- Direct the installation of timber, steel pipe, sheet pile and other foundation piles.
- Operate and oversee pile-driving equipment, cranes, barges and related heavy equipment.
- Read and interpret project plans, specifications and pile-driving layouts.
- Coordinate daily work activities and crew assignments.
- Ensure piles are installed to the required location, elevation, alignment and penetration.
- Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, engineers and other field personnel.
- Monitor production, material requirements and project progress.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure OSHA and company safety requirements are followed.
- Identify potential jobsite issues and communicate solutions to project leadership.
- Maintain accurate daily reports, production records and equipment documentation.
- Train and mentor crew members while maintaining a strong safety and quality culture.
- Perform hands-on pile-driving and marine construction work when needed.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of pile-driving or marine construction experience preferred.
- Previous experience leading a pile-driving crew or working as a Lead Pile Driver/Foreman.
- Strong knowledge of pile-driving operations and marine construction methods.
- Experience with cranes, pile hammers, barges and heavy construction equipment.
- Ability to read construction drawings, plans and specifications.
- Strong understanding of jobsite safety and crew management.
- Ability to work around water, on barges and in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license.
- Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
Experience With Any of the Following Is a Plus
- Marine construction
- Bridge construction
- Pier and dock construction
- Bulkheads and shoreline stabilization
- Steel pipe pile
- Timber pile
- Sheet pile
- Cofferdams
- Barge-mounted equipment
- Crane operations
- Pile hammers and vibratory hammers
Why Join?
You'll have the opportunity to work on high-profile marine and waterfront construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic while working with an experienced team that has a long history in marine construction.
The contractor has completed major marine projects involving hundreds of piles, including Navy work at Patuxent River, where crews installed both impact-driven and vibratory piles.
If you're an experienced pile driver who is ready to lead a crew and take ownership of marine construction projects, we'd like to hear from you.
📧 Eric Morris ✉️ Eric.Morris@gogpac.com📞 402-899-8097
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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