Ship Superintendent II

Full-Time | Contract
Benefits Available
Pay: $36.50 – $39.00/hr
Shift: Day Shift / Evening Shift / Monday–Friday with Overtime Available

We are seeking an experienced Ship Superintendent II in Norfolk, VA to support repair estimation and project oversight for U.S. Naval vessels. This Ship Superintendent II role centers on managing complex surface ship repair packages, coordinating production, driving schedule adherence, and interfacing with multiple shipyard departments. Candidates must bring extensive ship repair experience, strong supervisory capability, and proficiency in work control procedures.

• Manage assigned portions of Navy surface ship repair packages, including installation, modification, and repair of critical equipment and systems.
• Conduct ship checks, develop production schedules, prepare manpower projections, and interpret technical work items and drawings.
• Ensure all assigned work is completed on schedule and within established budgets.
• Coordinate with craft supervision and subcontractors to communicate milestones, key events, and target dates.
• Interface with Estimating, QA, Testing, Environmental, and Production Support departments to maintain operational continuity and progress.

• Minimum 5 years of U.S. Navy ship repair and modernization experience.
• At least 3 years in supervisory or project-management roles.
• High School diploma or equivalent plus applicable Trade/Armed Forces schooling and 5 years related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of shipboard work control procedures, tag‑out processes, and WAF (Work Authorization Form) requirements.
• Ability to develop and recommend workflow changes through the IDR (Inspection Discrepancy Report) process.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

LEAD Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long‑term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees.

LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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Newport News, VA 23606
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