Superintendent (Mechanical) - Southland Industries Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

Plan, organize, direct and control large project construction. Provide leadership anddirection to all aspects of the workforce, including project-associated subcontractors.Ensure that all aspects of the project are coordinated and completed in a timely,efficient, safe, profitable manner with quality standards.

What you’ll do:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

1. Oversee the implementation of Brandt’s safety program, adherence to OSHA rules and regulations, and compliance with site-specific safety requirements for all Brandt-related personnel, including employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
2. Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews. Ensure timely responses and document actions/corrections.
3. Complete and/or review all other safety-related documentation in a timely manner.
4. Coordinate and participate in all site-specific OSHA inspections, investigations, claims, as well as any other government inspection and licensing issues.
5. Ensure first aid kits are complete and its contents are current. Confirm that a medical facility has been secured for employee drug-testing and minor medical emergency treatment.
6. Ensure good housekeeping practices are observed and maintained by crews and subcontractors.
7. Ensure that the work area is secured each night. Leadership & Supervision
8. Provide leadership and direction to foremen and general foremen. Ensure they are efficiently completing assigned duties.
9. Communicate frequently with company personnel and subcontractors. Ensure they understand the work, the planned approach and any potential problem areas (with a back-up plan).
10. Assist in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, material shortages, etc.).
11. Maintain good relationships with inspectors, architects, engineers, subcontractors and other key people connected with the project.
12. Accompany inspectors on project reviews.
13. Establish ways to motivate and keep personnel/subcontractors/suppliers and service providers’ productivity and morale at a high level.
14. Attend pre-construction and construction meetings. Attend, on request, all technical meetings for the purpose of discussing job progress and problem areas.
15. Determine production sequence. Coordinate assigned work with work of different crafts, contractors and subcontractors.
16. Maintain and update the 3-week project forecast to ensure that materials have been ordered and scheduled for delivery, equipment has been requisitioned on a timely basis, personnel have been scheduled, and subs have been contacted and their schedules confirmed.
17. Review RFI logs continuously and identify any issues that might affect the project.
18. Ensure that all change orders are properly executed and indicated on as-built plans.
19. Maintain liaison with engineering, estimating and planning to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications and schedule.
20. Maintain liaison with other departments (logistics, purchasing, quality control, safety, engineering, etc.) to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support craft activities and project schedule.
21. Maintain close communication with project manager on any unforeseen problems that develop.
22. Ensure that the work Brandt does meets standards. Implement work processes to improve productivity and product quality.
23. Oversee subcontractor productivity and ensure contractual obligations are honored.
24. Review inspection reports and document resolutions to deficiencies.
25. Review timecards, code invoices, document additional work and back charges, maintain accurate as-built drawings and complete start-up and tool/equipment transfer forms.
26. Complete the superintendent’s daily report each day.
27. Ensure Task Hazard Analysis (THA) is performed and recorded daily at the start of the shift and before any tasks are performed.
28. Keep the progress schedule current. Assist project manager in calculating percent completion on items for monthly invoicing and of labor for each job cost report.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Completion of craft apprenticeship program or equivalent skill level and training
• 5+ years in supervisory position
• Ability to understand the project scopes and objectives as well as scopes of other construction trades
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications
• Ability to assess crew and foremen skills and coach/mentor
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems before major difficulties develop
• Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control
• Ability to handle administrative duties of position, including completion of required paperwork
• Effective use of computers and other technology
• Ability to effectively use time management and goal-setting
• Willingness to be held accountable and act honestly and with integrity
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain diplomatic and calm under pressure
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

What you bring to the table:

• High school degree or equivalent; some college preferred
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• An active Texas Journeyman Plumber license may be required for individuals overseeing work in this field.

YOU Matter

PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN

At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.

If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you!  At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job.  We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued.

If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE, SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.

Benefits:

As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:

• 401(k) Plan
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
• Numerous training opportunities and company-paid membership for professional associations and licenses

For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website: Southland Careers or on Facebook or LinkedIN 

To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Career Video - Working at Southland

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

**All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. **

**We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time**

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