Facilities Superintendent: Construction Site Supervisor (Job ID: 954)

Colonna's Shipyard
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
400 East Indian River Road (Show on map)
Sep 28, 2025
Facilities Superintendent Purpose: Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a Facilities Superintendent to support operations at our site Norfolk, VA. The Facilities Superintendent plays a key role in the successful execution of construction and maintenance projects across the yard. This field-based position is responsible for supervising subcontractors, vendors, and laborers, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and in accordance with specifications. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in marine industrial construction and excels at coordinating teams and resources in a dynamic environment. The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations. Position may require occasional travel. Job Description: Support Project Managers in planning and executing projects. Supervise assigned staff and laborers on-site. Coordinate subcontractor activities and ensure compliance with project plans and specifications. Review construction documents, scopes of work, and contracts. Maintain accurate daily logs and timely project documentation. Communicate project updates and issues to the Project Manager. Verify material deliveries for accuracy and compliance. Assist with subcontractor/vendor payment processing. Manage on-site material distribution and maintain a clean, organized worksite. Operate and maintain certifications for heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, zoom boom, excavator). Enforce safety protocols and monitor job site quality control. Perform basic construction tasks (e.g., digging, cutting, drilling, grinding). Qualifications: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent and at least (3) three years of construction experience, preferably in a marine industrial setting. Must have strong ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications. Must have proven experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and diverse teams. Must have excellent communication and organizational skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities. Must be familiar with construction methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control. Must have reliable attendance and availability for overtime/weekend work as needed. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions. Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment. Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man-lifts. While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl. Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation Frequent use of respirator. Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry. Colonna's Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Additionally, Colonna's Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).