Project Lead​/Site Foreman

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. Strong attention to detail is essential as you will be fully engaged from the first day. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

We are always looking for top-talent and we look forward to new-thinkers and team-players joining our company!

Project Lead / Site Foreman

Location:

San Diego, CA

Continental Tide has an immediate need for a Project Lead / Site Foreman to support its growing operations in San Diego, CA
. This critical role will serve as a key liaison between senior leadership and Fleet Operations, managing shipboard projects in support of U.S. Navy and commercial maritime clients. The ideal candidate is a motivated, hands-on leader with AIT experience and a strong background in Naval HM&E or Electronic systems. You will oversee technical teams, drive project execution, and ensure alignment with customer expectations, safety protocols, and quality standards.

• Lead and manage the planning, execution, and completion of ship repair, modernization, and installation projects.
• Act as primary site representative and interface with Program Managers, Project Managers, and technical staff.
• Supervise daily activities of AIT teams, ensuring compliance with work specifications, timelines, and quality expectations.
• Apply expert knowledge of Naval HM&E or Electronic systems, including power generation, auxiliary systems, and control equipment.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one core trade discipline (Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical) with working knowledge of others.
• Monitor and maintain QAWB and OQE documentation to ensure proper tracking and reporting.
• Develop and deliver status reports to leadership on cost, staffing, schedule, and technical performance.
• Enforce workplace safety standards and ensure compliance with all applicable Navy and industrial regulations.

• Must possess a REAL  U.S. Passport.
• High school diploma or GED required; relevant certifications or technical training preferred.
• Target 5–7 years of experience overseeing shipboard AIT or modernization projects.
• Direct supervisory experience managing 10–15 tradespersons.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Navy shipboard systems and installation processes.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills in a high-tempo environment.
• Proven ability to interpret specifications, drawings, and Navy documentation.
• Experience managing project cost, schedule, and labor coordination.
• Familiar with NAVSEA standards and military shipyard protocols.

• Must possess a REAL  U.S. Passport.
• Formal training or certifications in shipboard systems, project management, or engineering.
• Knowledge of ship alteration/installation procedures and lifecycle documentation.
• Experience supporting Navy modernization initiatives and interacting with government customers.

• Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
• Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Must wear various types of PPE, such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, 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.
• Requires 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…