Shore Superintendent

The Port of Portland is hiring for a Shore Superintendent.

We are seeking a detailed oriented Shore Superintendent for the Project and Technical Services team. This role supervises the safe and effective shore disposal of dredged material. This individual must acquire, prepare, and develop dredge material placement sites; as well as arranging the movement of personnel and equipment to fill sites in coordination with the dredge operations.

This individual is responsible for planning and scheduling maintenance of the equipment used specifically on dredged material sites and third-party projects.

This position requires various Navigation work areas including dredge attendant plant, fill sites, Port offices, and workshops under varying weather and river conditions.

From the Hiring Manager: "Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a supportive team of professionals with a common mission of keeping the Lower Columbia River channel navigable to ship traffic? We are looking for a person who enjoys a variety of challenges to manage the material placement portion of our dredge operation. Are you a good communicator? Can you think outside the box? Come join our team."

• Manage all upland, beach nourishment, and in-water disposal sites and off-site third-party construction projects.
• Ensure 24/7 availability to respond immediately and appropriately to unanticipated equipment failures and/or emergency problems.
• Investigate, report, and record all incidents, accidents, and near-misses; initiate corrective and preventative actions to make sure goals are met.
• Manage all shore crew employees, provide work direction to water-based employees, and approve shore crew timecards.
• Coordinate with the dredge captain and chief engineer for employee scheduling and equipment repairs.
• Track and order fuel, lubricants, water, and general supplies for shore sites.
• Maintain the inventory of shore pipeline and HDPE pipe; create work order list of repairs during both maintenance and dredge season.
• Maintain working relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, vendors, consultants, Port staff, and dredging service providers.
• Monitor environmental regulations in accordance with the states of Oregon and Washington. Assist with Navigation's project-specific management plan.
• Manage projects for maintenance programs, acquisitions, equipment repairs and upgrades, and new heavy equipment design.
• Estimate construction costs for placement sites and third-party construction projects.
• Conduct cost tracking for facility engineer and assist in preparing requests for capital outlay items.
• Ensure employees comply with Port, USACE, OSHA, and USCG rules, regulations, and safety procedures;
• Attend meetings with Engineering, Marine, and other Port operating staff regarding Navigation projects.

Education & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in progressively more responsible positions, with specific focus on operation of heavy equipment; past supervisory experience; or the equivalent.
• (Required) High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience; trade and/or technical training for heavy equipment operation.

License or Certifications required:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to obtain an OSHA 30-hour certificate in occupational safety and health training.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certificate must be maintained.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities:

• Well-versed in construction, cost-estimating, and scheduling.
• Exercises sound judgment and creative problem-solving in critical, time-sensitive situations; maintain organized and detailed documentation.
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Adapts to changes in work environment while managing competing demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Maintains close communication with Dredge Captain, Chief Engineer, and Navigation Manager.
• Exhibits confidence while inspiring, motivating, and recognizing others.
• Basic understanding of MS-based software such as Word and Outlook.
• Knowledge of environmental requirements related to dredge operations and material disposal.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Coast Guard, and Corps of Engineers rules, regulations, and requirements to ensure safe working conditions for shore crew and equipment.
• Extensive background with disposal site construction and water management.

SELECTION PROCESS (tentative schedule):

1. A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of January 5, 2026.

2. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials.

3. Our goal is to schedule virtual first round of interviews with candidates who successfully passed the SME evaluation on January 12^th, 13^th, and 16^th 2026. Panel Interviews will be held January 22, 2026.

About us:

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have - our three airports, three working marine terminals, six business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them - to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to unlock new opportunities and ensure more people share in our region's success. With YOUR help - together with our partners, customers, and community - we'll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

Safety: The Port promotes safety as a Core value and we seek to eliminate harm through a culture of active prevention, curiosity, evaluation, and action. We comply with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently look for improvements that support operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veteran's preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.