Mobile, Alabama, United States · On-site
Description Alabama Shipyard is a full-service ship repair facility based in Mobile, Alabama. We support a wide range of marine repair and maintenance projects in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Our team is built on …
Skills: Pile Driving, Marine Construction, Crew Supervision, Project Planning, Blueprint Reading
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The Pile Driving Foreman plans and supervises marine construction activities, overseeing field crews and equipment to ensure projects are completed safely and on schedule. They are responsible for coordinating daily operations, conducting safety meetings, and maintaining project documentation.
Candidates must have at least five years of marine construction experience and three years of supervisory experience in pile driving or construction. Proficiency in reading blueprints and experience with various pile types (concrete, steel, pipe) is required.
Description
Alabama Shipyard is a full-service ship repair facility based in Mobile, Alabama. We support a wide range of marine repair and maintenance projects in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Our team is built on safety, teamwork, and taking pride in doing the job right.
The Pile Driving Foreman is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising marine construction activities involving pile driving operations and related waterfront construction projects. This position oversees field crews, equipment, subcontractors, and daily project activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules and specifications. The Pile Driving Foreman works closely with the Operations Manager and project personnel to support the successful execution of marine construction projects.
Requirements
· Supervise and coordinate daily marine construction and pile driving operations.
· Plan work activities, assign personnel, and monitor project progress to meet production schedules and project deadlines.
· Lead crews performing pile installation, marine structure construction, and related heavy civil activities.
· Review project drawings, specifications, and work plans to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
· Coordinate equipment, material, and manpower needs to support project execution.
· Conduct daily safety meetings and promote compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
· Ensure required permits and authorizations are obtained prior to commencing work.
· Inspect equipment and work areas to identify hazards and maintain safe operating conditions.
· Train and mentor crew members in safe work practices and proper equipment operation.
· Maintain accurate employee time records, production reports, and daily project documentation.
· Coordinate activities with project management, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
· Monitor quality of work and ensure projects are completed in accordance with company and customer expectations.
· Participate in incident investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Stop work when unsafe conditions or practices are identified.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
· Minimum five (5) years of marine construction experience.
· Minimum three (3) years of supervisory or foreman experience in construction, marine construction, or pile driving operations.
· Experience with pile driving systems and installation of:
Precast concrete piles
Steel H-piles
Steel pipe piles
Drilled shafts
· Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
· Working knowledge of marine concrete demolition.
· Working knowledge of pile removal.
· Working knowledge of marine construction equipment, cranes, barges, and support vessels.
· Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
· Ability to prepare and maintain basic project documentation and time records.
· Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project locations.
· NCCCO certification or experience working with crane operations.
· OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
· CPR/First Aid certification.
· Experience with waterfront construction, bulkheads, docks, piers, and heavy civil marine projects.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position is primarily performed outdoors on marine construction sites, barges, vessels, docks, and waterfront facilities. The employee may be exposed to moving equipment, marine traffic, noise, vibration, weather conditions, and other construction-related hazards.
Alabama Shipyard is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make employment decisions based on qualifications, experience, and business needs, in accordance with applicable laws.
Respondents who do not have/meet the minimum position requirements will not be considered.
EOE/Drug-Free Workplace
Anchored in safety, quality, and the pursuit of excellence.
The facility was initially established in 1916. It was one of the original nine emergency yards funded by the U.S. Maritime Commission during WWII, becoming one of the largest employers in Southern Alabama while producing Liberty Ships and T-2 Tankers for the war effort. Over the years the shipyard has employed thousands of people, including Jimmy Buffet, his dad JD Buffet, and Hank Williams Senior. Alabama Shipyard is a fully-equipped facility and a fundamental part of Mobile’s history. Our team is dedicated to upholding Mobile's longstanding tradition of first-class service on the Gulf Coast.
Offices: 660 Dunlap Dr, Mobile, Alabama 36602, US
Anchored in safety, quality, and the pursuit of excellence.
The facility was initially established in 1916. It was one of the original nine emergency yards funded by the U.S. Maritime Commission during WWII, becoming one of the largest employers in Southern Alabama while producing Liberty Ships and T-2 Tankers for the war effort. Over the years the shipyard has employed thousands of people, including Jimmy Buffet, his dad JD Buffet, and Hank Williams Senior. Alabama Shipyard is a fully-equipped facility and a fundamental part of Mobile’s history. Our team is dedicated to upholding Mobile's longstanding tradition of first-class service on the Gulf Coast.
Offices: 660 Dunlap Dr, Mobile, Alabama 36602, US
