NAVFAC Atlantic

04/23/2026

Congratulations to William Pagtalunan and Darryl Griffin of PDC40B for their dedicated federal service and commitment to the warfighter.

Pagtalunan was recognized upon his retirement after 37 years of federal service with a retirement letter and certificate signed by Rear Adm. Jeff Kilian, commander, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command.

Griffin received a length-of-service certificate signed by Rear Adm. Jorge Cuadros, commander, NAVFAC Atlantic, recognizing 10 years of federal service.

Capt. Kent Simodynes, vice commander, NAVFAC Atlantic, presented both awards April 21, recognizing two teammates whose professionalism, reliability, and sustained contributions help NAVFAC Atlantic deliver the infrastructure, engineering, and mission support the Fleet and Marine Corps depend on to remain ready.

Their service reflects the commitment behind every NAVFAC mission: supporting the warfighter with the facilities, systems, and expertise needed to meet today’s operational demands.

04/22/2026

Capt. Luke Greene, program manager for Program Management Office 555, Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program, recognized several Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Atlantic team members with command coins for their sustained efforts in support of the warfighter.

The recognition highlights work supporting the Navy’s ability to modernize critical shipyard infrastructure, strengthen readiness, and deliver capability at the speed required by today’s operational environment.

Stephanie Wray, contract specialist; Chris Walker, project manager; and Lee Enzastiga, SIOP deputy director, were recognized for strategic contracting support during the Dry Dock 2 Portsmouth Naval Shipyard RSC pre-award phase. Their disciplined ex*****on helped advance design awards and early award packages while maintaining alignment with the primary contract award timeline.

Corey Donahoe, program analyst, was recognized for financial expertise supporting NAVFAC Atlantic SIOP efforts. His work helped resolve complex program issues, support urgent financial ex*****on, and manage the command’s first-ever OBBA funds transition.

Derek Bowers, cost estimating branch head, and Ashley Kennedy, cost estimator, were recognized for supporting cost analysis efforts across NAVFAC Atlantic and NAVFAC Pacific. Their efforts helped validate program costs across four shipyards and develop risk and cost models supporting Gate 4 requirements for the headquarters SIOP Office.

Their professionalism, technical expertise, and steady commitment reflect the seriousness of the mission and the importance of delivering infrastructure outcomes that support Navy readiness, shipyard modernization, and warfighter capability.

04/14/2026

04/14/2026

04/13/2026

NAVFAC is proud to play a role in efforts like this by delivering the facilities, infrastructure and technical expertise that support Fleet readiness and mission success. This work also highlights NAVFAC’s contribution to the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program, helping modernize the shore infrastructure required to sustain the fleet and strengthen long-term warfighting readiness.

03/09/2026

Rear Adm. Jorge Cuadros, Commander, NAVFAC Atlantic, recently took the stage as a keynote speaker at the SAME 2026 Mid-Atlantic Small Business Outreach & Industry Day in Virginia Beach—sharing a forward-looking message about partnership and possibility.

As NAVFAC’s construction program grows, he highlighted the opportunity for industry: “I see it as an opportunity for you all to help us.”

Cuadros also shared that NAVFAC is “exploring new ways of doing things” as we deliver more complex facilities—opening the door for fresh ideas and strong collaboration with our small business community.

That’s what the NAVFAC Small Business Program supports—helping small businesses connect with the right teams and compete for meaningful work that strengthens shore readiness. Learn more here: https://www.navfac.navy.mil/Divisions/Office-of-Small-Business-Programs

03/09/2026

We’re looking for qualified applicants for a Civil Engineer, GS-12 position with the Department of the Navy, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command. The announcement is open March 9–16, 2026 under DE-12904782-26-AMH.

Important: Resumes cannot exceed two pages.

Apply and view full details on USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/860200000

Please share with anyone who may be a strong fit.

03/05/2026

02/27/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our NAVFAC Atlantic Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) Length of Service Award recipients! 🎉

Vice Commander Capt. Kent Simodynes presented awards recognizing these PDC teammates for their dedication and years of service supporting Fleet readiness through shore infrastructure.

🏅 10 Years
Jessica D. Berber (PDC45); Arisa Chentaphun (PDC31A); Christopher G. Michael (PDC41); Melody P. Osborne (PDC41); Donna E. Presnell (PDC41); Rosamia M. Shanks (PDC41)

🏅 15 Years
Jeffrey A. Fish (PDC43); Bryan T. Nicely (PDC45); Gilbert L. Rodriguez (PDCP3)

🏅 25 Years
Charles Bolt (PDC44)

🏅 35 Years
35 Years: Roger D. Harris (PDC4)

👏 Thank you for the expertise and commitment you bring to NAVFAC every day.

02/13/2026

📣 Save the Date: SAME Mid-Atlantic Small Business Outreach & Industry Day | Feb. 23–25, 2026

NAVFAC will have an enterprise presence at the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) 2026 Mid-Atlantic Small Business Outreach & Industry Day, taking place Feb. 23–25, 2026 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center (1000 19th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451).

This signature two-and-a-half-day event connects professionals across architecture/engineering, construction, and facilities management—creating a strong forum for partnership, capability discovery, and mission-aligned collaboration.

What to expect from NAVFAC’s participation (enterprise-wide):
* Business opportunity sessions with NAVFAC representatives
* One-on-one matchmaking meetings with industry partners
* NAVFAC informational booth in the exhibit hall

If you’re a small business looking to better understand NAVFAC priorities, connect with the right teams, and explore potential pathways to support Navy and Marine Corps shore readiness, this is an event to have on your calendar.

👉 Learn more and register: https://www.same.org/hampton-roads/events/

02/04/2026

Teamwork on display at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard—Capt. Kenneth Sowell, commanding officer, Officer in Charge of Construction (OICC) Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and the OICC PNSY team guided the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations, and Environment through key project updates, highlighting the work underway across the shipyard.