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Job Description
Company Overview:
Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. In our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we're looking for 'the best at what they do' to join our team and help us grow.
*Please note due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Only local candidates will be considered.
Job Description:
Continental Tide is seeking a motivated and energetic Project Lead / Site Foreman with AIT (Alteration Installation Team) experience to support ongoing operations in Norfolk, VA. The ideal candidate will make an immediate positive impact by leading technical teams, ensuring quality project execution, and serving as a critical link between senior leadership and the project workforce.
Duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Project Planning and Execution: Lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of shipboard HM&E or electronic system projects, ensuring adherence to quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Technical Expertise: Apply in-depth working knowledge of power generation, power transmission, and auxiliary machinery systems to provide technical guidance and ensure project specifications are met.
• Team Leadership: Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment. Provide mentorship and support to team members as needed.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to guarantee the delivery of high-quality ship systems.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and upcoming milestones.

Experience and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications or training in ship repair or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience as a Site Foreman or similar role in AIT ship repair.
• Knowledge of shipboard systems and equipment.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel and work in various locations as required.
• Targeted Five (5) to Seven (7) years previous experience overseeing and directing 'Project-Level' initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead a ten (10) to fifteen (15) tradesperson Alteration Installation Team (AIT).
• Experience in directing daily production to attain schedule milestones.
• Knowledge of maintaining QAWB and OQE requirements.
• Experience communicating directly with management, subcontractors, and customers regarding project cost, staffing, and scheduling.
• Background in preparing status reports and ensuring plans adhere to contract specifications.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ship alteration/installation processes and procedures
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within.

Security Requirements:

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance to access military facilities, naval shipyards, private shipyards, and Naval installations.
• Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional Travel- up to 10% within and outside of the continental United States.
• If a position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: ( https://www.dhs.gov/real-id )

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to open-air environments.
• Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), (i.e. ear plugs, safety glasses, hard-hat, steel-toed boots, gloves) as required.
• Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
• Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
• Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
• May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
• Require prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
• May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information.
• Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Benefits
Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that emphasizes teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.
Apply Today:
If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to deliver quality solutions to the Fleet.
To be considered you must apply by going to www.continentaltide.com
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Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Continental Tides Defense Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran".
"This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans."