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Position Title: Procurement Agent
Location: Norfolk, Virginia
About Titan America
Titan America LLC (NYSE: TTAM), a TITAN Group Company, is one of the premier producers of cement and building materials in the eastern United States and the North American subsidiary of the TITAN Group. With a history spanning over 100 years, Titan America has consistently delivered innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable solutions. Our comprehensive portfolio—including cement, aggregates, fly ash, ready-mix concrete, and specialty admixtures—serves diverse customer needs across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets.
Position Summary
The Procurement Agent for the Mid‑Atlantic Business Unit provides day‑to‑day purchasing support to cement, aggregates, ready-mix, and terminal operations across the region. This role focuses on accurate and timely processing of purchase orders, order tracking, invoice resolution, vendor coordination, and ERP data management. The Procurement Agent works closely with plant maintenance, operations, accounts payable, and regional leadership to ensure materials and services are available when needed and that the procure‑to‑pay process runs smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Order Execution & Requisition Support
- Review and process purchase requisitions from Mid‑Atlantic plant and terminal teams.
- Create and issue accurate purchase orders in the ERP system with correct pricing, cost centers, and descriptions.
- Manage daily PO updates, including order changes, cancellations, and rush requests.
- Ensure all purchasing activity complies with regional policies and approval workflows.
Order Tracking & Operational Coordination
- Monitor open orders across multiple Mid‑Atlantic sites and proactively follow up on delivery status.
- Work with vendors to confirm ship dates, backorders, lead times, and transportation details.
- Support maintenance teams by tracking critical parts and expediting urgent orders to prevent equipment downtime.
- Communicate order delays or issues to plant leadership and help identify alternatives when needed.
Invoice & Payment Resolution
- Review invoices for discrepancies related to pricing, quantity, and receiving documentation.
- Partner with Accounts Payable to resolve blocked invoices and ensure accurate, timely payment to suppliers.
- Work with vendors to obtain missing documents, corrected invoices, and proof of delivery.
Vendor Interaction & Support
- Serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact for vendor questions related to orders, invoicing, and routine inquiries.
- Request order confirmations, updated quotes, and pricing adjustments.
- Ensure suppliers follow Mid‑Atlantic BU requirements for safety documentation, service expectations, and delivery procedures.
Material, Inventory & Maintenance Support
- Assist plant personnel with MRO item lookups, availability checks, and reorder support.
- Coordinate closely with maintenance and reliability teams to ensure essential materials are on hand.
- Support inventory accuracy by aligning POs, receipts, and item numbers.
ERP Accuracy & Reporting
- Maintain accurate and timely updates to PO statuses, receipts, and invoice information.
- Identify data inconsistencies and support cleanup of item catalogs or vendor records.
- Generate and distribute routine procurement reports for the Mid‑Atlantic BU (e.g., open PO reports, late orders, invoice blocks).
Compliance & Process Integrity
- Follow purchasing procedures and audit requirements specific to the Mid‑Atlantic region.
- Help identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce administrative delays.
- Support rollout of new procurement tools, system upgrades, or standardized workflows.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 1–3 years of procurement, purchasing, accounts payable, or supply chain coordination experience.
- Strong understanding of PO creation, invoice matching, and the procure‑to‑pay process.
- Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar).
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow‑through.
- Ability to support multiple sites and manage a high volume of daily transactions.
Preferred
- Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, construction materials, or cement/concrete environment.
- MRO purchasing exposure, especially involving mechanical, electrical, or heavy equipment components.
- Familiarity with plant, terminal, or maintenance operations in a regional setting.
Core Competencies
- Detail Orientation & Accuracy
- Customer Service (Internal & External)
- Problem‑Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Communication & Partnership
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Reliability & Ownership
Work Environment
This role supports multiple Mid‑Atlantic business unit operations and involves daily coordination with maintenance leaders, operations managers, engineering, accounts payable, and regional vendors. Occasional site travel may be required for training, inventory support, or meetings.
Why Join Titan America?
- Competitive base salary, performance-based incentives, and full relocation benefits to Norfolk, Virginia.
- Opportunity to shape an enterprise-wide rewards strategy during a period of high growth and transformation.
- High business visibility with direct partnership to C-suite leadership.
- Mission-driven culture focused on sustainability, innovation, and people development.
Production Planning Engineer
Shipbuilding
Chesapeake, VA (Onsite)
Full-Time
$90,000–$100,000 + Benefits
Why This Role Matters
We are supporting a well-established steel fabrication and manufacturing operation delivering complex work in a high-throughput industrial environment. This role sits at the center of production execution, aligning schedules, materials, labor, and equipment to ensure efficient, predictable fabrication output.
The Production Planning Engineer provides real-time visibility into production status, capacity, and work-in-progress, partnering closely with manufacturing, engineering, materials, quality, and purchasing teams to keep operations moving.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, issue, and maintain detailed production schedules for fabrication and manufacturing
- Adjust plans to account for changing priorities, material availability, and shop constraints
- Coordinate material flow and readiness to support production execution
- Align labor and equipment resources with production demands and capacity
- Translate engineering drawings and specifications into executable shop plans
- Monitor work-in-progress, schedule adherence, and production status
- Identify bottlenecks, risks, and inefficiencies; recommend corrective actions
- Support shop floor execution with accurate, actionable planning data
- Prepare and manage production work orders and planning documentation
- Coordinate internal purchase requests as required
What They’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related) or equivalent experience
- 5+ years supporting production planning in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs, shop controls, and costing
- Experience working with materials, logistics, purchasing, and production teams
- Proficiency with Excel and standard Microsoft Office tools, CAD experience (AutoCAD or similar)
- Heavy manufacturing, steel fabrication, construction, or shipyard environment
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The Company
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA (formally VINCI Construction LLC) is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projets with its main office located in Alexandria, Virginia. The scope of the company is general contracting and construction work, along with any associated services related to large, selected Design and Build projects, either public or private for which it can bring clear and strong added value. We aim to develop engineering and construction services for large infrastructure projects in various parts in the United States and provide a highly skilled and competitive professional service in construction field.
Project Overview:
As part of the Hampton Roads Connector Partners (HRCP) Joint Venture (JV) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project – the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45’ diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America. The project is expected to continue to the beginning of 2027.
Responsibilities:
As a Civil Works General Superintendent on the $3.3BN Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion Project (HRBT) in Virginia, you will schedule, coordinate, and supervise production and workforce engaged on your assigned area of the project.
- Supervises assigned project work and liaises between field engineering, estimating, and workforce to ensure
- project compliance with contract drawings and specifications.
- Plans work methods, materials, equipment needs, and work schedule for assigned project work. Reviews
- daily work schedule with direct reports, and provides input for weekly/monthly schedule updates based on
- project feedback.
- Reviews and understands the project specifications to support job setup activities. Works with work crews,
- field engineers and local utility companies to identify hazardous areas on the job site.
- Presents production work plan during initial project meeting to ensure all project crews and leaders are in
- alignment.
- Coordinates with the internal equipment team and external vendors to ensure that the project is equipped with
- appropriate equipment and material quantities to complete production within the assigned budget and
- schedule.
- Forecasts the work schedule to identify possible issues and provides technical or scheduling support
- recommendations to mitigate production issues.
- Provides technical input to identify and resolve project risks, including construction methods, work plan, material requirements, safety, and schedule activities. Documents daily activities and meeting notes using
- Company-approved document methods.
- Coordinates with internal and external departments to ensure all mandated inspections are completed
- within the requested timeframes.
- Supports and promotes strict adherence to safety and process controls regarding operating equipment,
- worksite safety and documentation requirements.
- Supervises subcontractor production and workforce regarding assigned project work. Recommends work
- schedule or work-method adjustments regarding subcontractor activities, as needed.
- Coordinates projects close out activities in line with project standards and Owner checklist requirements.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required:
- 7+ years of heavy civil construction experience (roads/bridges/marine/tunneling), with at least 3+ years of management experience required.
- Bachelor's Degree
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are required.
- Strong leadership capability with internal drive to mentor and grow internal talent.
- Advanced knowledge of the construction site equipment operation and maintenance
- requirements.
- Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce the project safety programs.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract-specific plans and specifications.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamental geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint)
- Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, techniques, and best practices.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Work Environment:
- The position requires extensive on-site presence, often in challenging and potentially hazardous conditions.
- Occasional office work for project planning and reporting.
- Working on uneven and potentially hazardous terrain, including working at heights, underground, or near water bodies depending on the bridge/ tunnel location.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures as well as high levels of noise and varying levels of dust.
Physical Demands:
- The employee is required to stand; walk; climb ladders; sit; use hands, climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Must be able to lift 50lb or more.
- Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, and reflective vests when on-site.
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA offers all full-time employees competitive wages and benefits, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Vacation Leave
- Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Parental Leave
- Term Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Professional Development & Training
- Health and Wellness Spending Account
VCGP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/ Veteran. Please click on the attached link to see a digital copy of the Federal, State, and Federal Contractor Posters
Executive Assistant
Virginia Beach, VA | Full-Time | On-site
S. B. Ballard Construction Company
About Us
S. B. Ballard Construction Company is a top General Contractor/Construction Manager based in Virginia Beach, VA. We specialize in high-quality commercial projects across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. Check out our portfolio of projects at: /portfolio
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the company owner and work side by side with other C-Level assistants. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on owning calendars, tracking action items, and working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be detail-driven, calm under pressure, and exceptional at anticipating needs, following up relentlessly, and keeping owner on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Calendar & Schedule Management
- Proactively manage a high-volume Outlook calendar with multiple daily meetings, appointments, and deadlines
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, calls, and travel
- Send daily schedules and reminders; ensure Owner is prepared for all meetings
- Monitor and adjust schedules in real time as priorities change
Task Tracking & Follow-Up
- Maintain and manage high-volume action item lists
- Track commitments, deadlines, and approvals across business and project-related tasks
- Proactively follow up with internal teams and external partners to ensure completion
- Escalate urgent or overdue items as needed
Administrative & Documentation Support
- Transcribe meetings, notes, and dictation with high accuracy
- Draft and type emails, memos, and correspondence
- Maintain organized and accurate records and documentation
- Ensure sensitive and confidential information is handled with discretion
Independent Executive Support
- Anticipate needs and manage priorities with minimal direction
- Keep the owner on schedule and informed throughout the day
- Serve as a reliable point of contact during meetings and travel
- Communicate clearly via email, phone, and text as required
Required Qualifications
- 5 + Years Experience supporting senior executives or owners
- Proven experience as an Executive Assistant
- Demonstrated success managing complex Outlook calendars
- Strong follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple task lists independently
- High proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, SharePoint and Excel
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and maturity
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in construction, engineering, or a fast-paced professional environment
- Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
The Company
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA (formally VINCI Construction LLC) is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projets with its main office located in Alexandria, Virginia. The scope of the company is general contracting and construction work, along with any associated services related to large, selected Design and Build projects, either public or private for which it can bring clear and strong added value. We aim to develop engineering and construction services for large infrastructure projects in various parts in the United States and provide a highly skilled and competitive professional service in construction field.
Project Overview:
As part of the Hampton Roads Connector Partners (HRCP) Joint Venture (JV) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project – the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45’ diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America. The project is expected to continue to the beginning of 2027.
Responsibilities:
As the Tunnel Interior Structure Construction Manager for the $3.3BN Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion Project (HRBT) in Virginia, you will lead and carry out construction processes in accordance with the direction, policies, and objectives set by the Tunnel Construction Manager.
The primary responsibility of this position is to lead Superintendents in construction activities on the site – including planning, preparation, and execution. Secondary duties of this position are to assist the Tunnel Construction Manager in the completion of all construction activities of the affiliate.
- Planning Workload.
- Organizing the progress of multiple employees
- Delegating work to team members.
- Identifying potential schedule conflicts and generating and implementing needed modifications.
- Monitoring team performance and carrying out appraisals.
- Ensuring work is completed on time, to a high standard, and in line with Health and Safety guidelines.
- Prepare Budget and cost estimates, along with work timetables.
- Adept at establishing relationships with all parties involved in the construction process that facilitate harmonious working relationships during the project, and permit prompt resolution of problems and conflicts as they occur.
- Identify, mitigate, and track recurring construction issues.
- Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections throughout the construction process, ensuring that the work environment is acceptable and that tools and equipment are in good working condition.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required:
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction, repair, and maintenance of machinery and tools.
- Extensive experience in Road works in a tunnel
- Extensive experience in Tunnel structure construction
- Ability to solve complex problems.
- Must be able to interpret drawings and written instructions.
- Knowledge of company safety policies and procedures to comply with company, local, state, and/or federal laws.
- Proven knowledge in determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
- Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and engineers.
- Experience or skill in managing time in order to complete tasks.
- Technical skills to interpret construction methods, contracts, and drawings.
- Communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint)
Work Environment:
- Involves a dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Work in environmental extremes of heat and cold, dependent upon job location
- Fast-paced environment that may require long hours, including nights and weekends
- Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, and reflective vests when on-site
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift 25lbs
- Occasional bending, stooping, twisting, crawling, kneeling.
- Occasional climbing of ladders
- Frequent work in dusty environments
- Frequent work in areas of excessive noise
- Work variable hours, including overtime hours as needed.
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA offers all full-time employees competitive wages and benefits, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Vacation Leave
- Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Parental Leave
- Term Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Professional Development & Training
- Health and Wellness Spending Account
VCGP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/ Veteran. Please click on the attached link to see a digital copy of the Federal, State, and Federal Contractor Posters
Project Manager – Data Center Construction - Northern Virginia
MXI Partners is recruiting Project Managers to join a specialized Data Center Contractor and General Contractor in Northern Virginia. This role will oversee the White and Gray Space fitout of hyperscale and mission-critical facilities, managing projects from preconstruction through commissioning and client turnover.
What's On Offer
- Base salary up to $180k + bonus + benefits
- Work on large-scale hyperscale and AI-driven data center projects
- Join a market-leading mission-critical contractor
- Strong career growth in the fastest-growing infrastructure sector
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full interior fitout of projects from kickoff through closeout
- Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, WIP reporting, and billing
- Develop and maintain project schedules and milestone deadlines
- Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents
- Manage change orders including pricing, negotiation, and documentation
- Coordinate with Foremen, Project Engineers, Estimators, and subcontractors
- Lead procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontracted work
- Maintain communication with owners, general contractors, and design teams
- Support positive project cash flow through accurate billing and cost control
- Enforce jobsite safety standards and ensure compliance with company and client safety programs
- Identify value engineering opportunities and process improvements
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of electrical or mechanical construction project management experience
- Experience delivering mission-critical or data center construction projects preferred
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems, construction drawings, and installation sequencing
- Proven track record managing multimillion-dollar project budgets
- Experience working with owners, hyperscalers, general contractors, and trade partners
- Strong financial and commercial project management skills
We Search people are working with a well-established construction firm, who are looking for an experienced Commercial Construction Senior Project Manager to oversee and deliver high-quality commercial building projects. This position will play a key role in managing projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring work is delivered on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee project scope, budgets, and schedules to ensure successful and timely delivery
- Work closely with the preconstruction team during project handover and manage subcontractors throughout the build phase to project completion
- Coordinate all on-site construction activities and collaborate with internal teams and external partners
- Maintain clear and proactive communication with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
- Review and manage contracts, change orders, and payment applications
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and local building requirements
- Lead regular project meetings to track progress, identify risks, and address project performance
- Manage final punch lists and ensure all closeout documentation is completed
Requirements
- At least 6 years of experience managing commercial construction projects, including ground-up developments
- Demonstrated experience overseeing complex builds involving multiple subcontractors and trades
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project, and digital plan review platforms such as Bluebeam (or similar software)
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
- A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred
Please apply if you are interested and meet these requirements.
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Information Professional Officer
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Responsibilities
Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:
- Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
- Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
- Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
- Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
- Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
- Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
- Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology
Work Environment
Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:
- Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
- Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
- Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
- Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.
There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.
All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Surface Warfare Officer
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Responsibilities
Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:
Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.
Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.
Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.
Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.
Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.
You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
Work Environment
As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.
Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.
After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.
There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.
All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Director of Marketing
Commercial & Infrastructure Solutions
Location: Northern Virginia
Reports to: Senior Vice President of Marketing
About Titan America
Titan America LLC (NYSE: TTAM), a TITAN Group Company, is one of the premier producers of cement and building materials in the eastern United States and the North American subsidiary of the TITAN Group. With a history spanning over 100 years, Titan America has consistently delivered innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable solutions. Our comprehensive portfolio—including cement, aggregates, fly ash, ready-mix concrete, and specialty admixtures—serves diverse customer needs across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets.
The Opportunity
Titan America is seeking a strategic and results-driven Marketing Director – Commercial & Infrastructure Solutions to lead marketing initiatives across its full product portfolio and geographic footprint. This highly visible role is central to defining and executing strategies that strengthen market positioning, expand brand visibility, and deliver measurable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Market Strategy & Intelligence
- Develop and maintain market models and forecasts to evaluate opportunities by value, volume, profitability, and growth potential.
- Conduct in-depth research on segment ecosystems—including competitors, influencers, regulatory developments, and industry trends—to identify risks and opportunities.
- Build competitive models to inform pricing, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
Marketing Execution
- Design and execute integrated marketing strategies across cement, concrete, aggregates, fly ash, and admixtures, with emphasis on commercial and infrastructure customer segments.
- Launch targeted campaigns, product introductions, and sales enablement tools tailored to contractors, producers, developers, and specifiers.
- Produce technical and customer-facing content (datasheets, white papers, case studies, presentations) that communicate performance, innovation, and sustainability benefits.
- Partner with sales to craft compelling, segment-specific value propositions and ensure consistent messaging.
- Lead digital marketing efforts—including CRM, website management, email, paid media, and social channels—to align with segment needs.
Customer & Industry Engagement
- Strengthen Titan America’s brand presence through participation in industry conferences, trade shows, and advocacy bodies.
- Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including contractors, architects, engineers, developers, and public sector decision-makers.
- Gather customer feedback and purchasing insights to guide continuous improvement in products, services, and marketing approaches.
Performance & Measurement
- Monitor and report on marketing effectiveness using KPIs such as market share, campaign ROI, lead generation, and customer satisfaction.
- Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring alignment of marketing initiatives with business objectives.
- Drive adoption and visibility of Titan America’s sustainable solutions, particularly lower-carbon and innovative construction materials.
Success Measures
- Demonstrated increase in market share across commercial and infrastructure segments.
- ROI from marketing campaigns that contribute directly to sales pipeline growth.
- Increased adoption of admixtures, sustainable solutions, and innovative technologies.
- Enhanced customer loyalty and preference for Titan America’s product portfolio.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration with sales, operations, and technical services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or Materials Science (MBA preferred).
- 6–8 years of progressive B2B marketing experience, ideally in building materials, construction, or chemicals.
- Deep understanding of concrete admixtures, construction supply chains, and decision-making processes in commercial and infrastructure markets.
- Demonstrated success in developing integrated campaigns, conducting market analysis, and delivering measurable growth outcomes.
- Proficiency in CRM systems, digital marketing platforms, and analytics tools.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify technical data into persuasive customer messaging.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders, lead change, and collaborate across departments.
- Willingness to travel up to 75% for customer, industry, and internal engagements.
Why Join Titan America?
At Titan America, you will join a global leader with more than a century of success, innovation, and sustainability. This role provides the opportunity to shape the future of commercial and infrastructure markets, while working with high-performing teams across the United States and internationally.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Market-leading base salary
- Annual performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more)
Our culture is built on safety, integrity, accountability, and sustainability. We invest in our people, providing opportunities for professional growth, development, and long-term career success.