Marine and heavy civil contractor delivering complex, fast‑tracked infrastructure and marine projects in the Southeast.
Operate lattice boom and telescopic cranes on marine/heavy civil construction projects.
21 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Charleston, SC
Field
Company Size
13 Employees
Service Specialisms
Heavy Civil Construction
Marine Construction
Deep Foundation & Support Excavation
Pile Driving
Earthwork/Sitework
Shoreline Stabilization
Marine Structures
Mechanical Dredging
Sector Specialisms
Marine
Heavy Civil
Waterway Structures
Cast In Place Concrete Retaining Walls
Concrete
Earthwork
Pile Driving
Site Clearing
Role
Description
Requirements
twic card
nccco certified
lat/tll
5+ years
hydraulic cranes
driver's license
Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
Willing to work out of town and travel to project locations.
TWIC Card
Minimum 5 years’ experience with pile driving and critical lifts.
Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
Proficiency in pre-shift inspections and able to identify mechanical issues.
NCCCO Certified
Ability to operate both hydraulic and friction cranes.
Understand construction safety standards and productively work safely.
Able to follow directions.
Must be certified on Lattice Boom Crawler Crane (LAT) & Telescopic Boom Crane (TLL) with 7+ years of experience as an operator on Marine/Heavy Civil construction projects.
Industry level knowledge of crane safety and work site hazards
Ability to operate cranes performing duty cycle work.
Must be prepared to assist crew(s) as required to determine lift safety and hands-on work outside of machine operation.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Benefits
401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
Company paid holidays
Drug Free.
Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Disability, and Illness insurance
Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
Mental and physical wellness programs
Company paid Life Insurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Century of Expertise
Combined Experience
The leadership team has over a century of combined expertise in heavy-civil and marine projects, including bridge construction and mechanical dredging.
$1M–$10M Range
Contract Sizes
Average contract sizes reflect mid-to-large scale public-sector and coastal restoration projects.
Born in Charleston, SC, SJ Hamill has grown into a trusted marine and heavy-civil specialist across the Southeast.
Built on fast-tracked, complex infrastructure and marine projects, the company actively partners early to reduce cost and schedule risks.
Typically licensed in multiple states—including SC, NC, GA, FL, VA, MD, and AL—it tackles deep foundations, pile driving, docks, groins, and shoreline stabilization.
Recent flagship efforts include port pier demolition, offshore oyster-reef construction, coastal groin builds, and marina dock installations.
What sets SJ Hamill apart is its full in-house execution—owning pile-driving, dredging, and marine logistics to self-perform every job.
Culture + Values
Experienced, Efficient, and Effective in Every Project
Partner early with shareholders to identify cost and schedule saving ideas
Build an efficient, smart, and above all safe construction business
Focus on controlled, steady growth while building high quality, lasting structures
Create a vibrant, forward thinking work environment conducive to idea sharing and team building
Continually educate employees and foster a culture of safety and wellness practices
Ensure employees, subcontractors, and the public feel secure on all projects