Navy Rating · Engineering
CBCM Seabee Master Chief
Overview
A Seabee Master Chief plans and supervises construction design, surveying, drafting, materials testing, and construction management. They oversee structures, waterfront repairs, demolition, electrical distribution, construction equipment, utilities, welding, project records, quality control, personnel training, and combat and disaster preparedness or recovery work.
Core Skills
- construction management
- project scheduling
- construction estimating
- land surveying
- gnss surveying
- technical drawing review
- materials testing
- electrical systems supervision
- heavy equipment maintenance
- utilities systems management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Procore software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
Civilian Career Paths
- Construction Management
- Civil Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- Associate Constructor (AC)
- Certified Survey Technician (CST)
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
- Certified Professional Constructor (CPC)
- LEED Green Associate
What the Work Involves
- Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes or other regulations.
- Develop or implement quality control programs.
- Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
- Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
- Direct and supervise construction or related workers.
Related Occupations
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
- Civil Engineers
- Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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