Construction Supervisor 2

Date:  Mar 23, 2026
Location: 

Erwin, TN, US

Company:  BWXT
Req ID:  55443

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference 

 

 

Construction Supervisor 2

 

Position Overview:

Direct craft personnel and subcontractors; schedule and sequence day-to-day activities of work; interface with all client personnel to ensure their satisfaction; oversee individual projects to assure compliance with the scope and quality as established by the contract documents; enforcement of site cleanliness, safety, health, and substance abuse programs; proactively anticipate and solve problems that could delay construction; manage the permit and inspection process, physically inspect projects to monitor progress and compliance with project standards; maintain and update as-built drawings; attend regularly scheduled progress meetings; ensure effective use of constructability efforts to identify and resolve changes much earlier in the design phase with significantly less adverse impact on the project.  Performance of duties will typically be expected to be performed in an unsupervised manner.

 

Location:

On-site in Erwin, Tennessee. 

 

Your Day to Day as a Construction Supervisor 2:

1.  Serve on Capital Project Teams during initial project development to resolve constructability and compliance issues.

2.  Assist Project Engineer and subcontractor in development and resource loading of Work Breakdown Structures.

3.  Coordinate Safety, Security, Medical, Radiological, and Training entry and work requirements for contractors.

4.  Direct subcontractors and laborers, conduct job briefings, and supervise activities to ensure accurate installation.

5.  Coordinate process or facility shutdowns as needed for system renovation or utility system tie-ins.

6.  Review project assignments and scheduled priorities to assure resources are properly and effectively utilized.

7.  Perform assessment of required field changes and obtain approval from lead project engineer when necessary.

8.  Maintain and update as-build drawings for accuracy and historical data.

9.  Exercises control over assigned projects to ensure subcontractor conformance to quality and safety specifications.

10.  Provide input to project schedules related to construction activities.

11.  Review and update construction schedules to include resource allocation, percent complete, and percent remaining.

12.  Perform duties on weekends or after hours for all projects under construction as needed.

13.  Complete installation and verification/inspection and develop/oversee completion punch lists.

14.  Perform investigations to determine underlying causes of unplanned events and determine corrective actions.

15.  Assist and/or perform site and/or project surveys and elevation verifications.

16.  Utilize NFS application systems to determine and correct contractor restrictions and deficiencies.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Associate Degree -- Technical field OR four (4) years of equivalent experience in construction related activities will be acceptable in lieu of degree.
  • Nine (9) to Ten (10) years' experience in construction and/or maintenance related field with A.S. degree OR thirteen (13) years' experience in construction related activities in lieu of degree. 
  • A contractor's license is desired but not required.
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What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
  • Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
  • An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
  • The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

 

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications. 

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status. BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.


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