Southland Industries Inc.

Fabrication Manager

Southland Industries Inc. • $90K — $120K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; 2-year degree in Construction Technology preferred.
  • 10+ years in Mechanical/piping construction or equivalent experience.
  • OSHA-30 certification required (must be obtained within 6 months of hire).
  • Extensive knowledge of construction technology, equipment, and methods.
  • Familiar with company policies and procedures.
  • Strong communication and supervisory skills needed.
  • Excellent organizational and technical skills; proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, schedule, and manage Mechanical/piping fabrication activities.
  • Collaborate with estimators and engineers on project specs and cost-saving strategies.
  • Create and maintain shop schedules to ensure timely project completion.
  • Develop and enforce quality control programs for fabricated products.
  • Hire, mentor, and train assembly personnel to meet project goals.
  • Oversee inventory management of production materials and supplies.
  • Track costs and project details in a historical database.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match and immediate 100% vesting.
  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance paid for employees.
  • Performance-based annual bonus program.
  • Life insurance options including term and voluntary plans.
  • Disability income protection insurance provided.
  • Pre-tax health and dependent care spending plans.
  • Paid parental leave and generous time off policies.
  • Professional development opportunities and company-sponsored memberships.
  • Wellness benefits for employees.
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Job Description

Position Summary

Manage Southland's Mechanical/piping pre-fabrication process in a safe and controlled environment. Implement and enforce process controls to ensure that all aspects of each project are coordinated and completed in a timely, efficient, safe, and profitable manner.

Position Details
  • Plan, schedule, and direct all activities related to in-house Mechanical/piping fabrication.
  • Work with estimators, engineers, and virtual design specialists to discuss project specifications, pre-fab opportunities, and other potential cost-savings ideas.
  • Develop shop schedule and ensure projects are completed accordingly.
  • Develop and implement quality control program. Ensure fabricated products consistently conform to established standards and specifications.
  • Hire and manage assembly personnel adequate for achieving the shop's goals and objectives. Mentor and provide proper training.
  • Oversee inventory maintenance of related production materials and supplies.
  • Develop a historical database to track manpower, project, and process costs. Prepare related reports upon request.
  • Implement and monitor Southland's safety program, adherence to OSHA regulations, and compliance with shop safety requirements as they relate to Southland personnel and shop visitors.
  • Communicate frequently and maintain good working relationships with key project personnel. Ensure pre-fabrication remains a viable and practical solution and constant consideration when developing project execution plans.
  • Implement and integrate BOWS system into relevant work processes to improve productivity and product quality.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers to maximize production costs and quality.
  • Ensure all shop equipment is in good working order.
  • Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages, accidents, and delays.
  • Complete the manager's daily report each day.
  • Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications
  • High school degree or equivalent (2-yr. degree in Construction Technology or related studies a plus)
  • 10 years of Mechanical/piping construction experience (or equivalent combination of training and related experience)
  • OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
  • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods)
  • Thorough knowledge of company policies, procedures and standards
  • Excellent communication and supervisory skills
  • Outstanding organizational and technical skills
  • Solid MS Office skills

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Wellness benefits


About Southland Industries Inc.

Southland Industries is a construction company that specializes in designing, building, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Southland Industries has over 30 offices across the United States and employs over 3,000 people. The company has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, government, and data centers. Southland Industries is committed to sustainability and has implemented green building practices in many of its projects.
Learn more about Southland Industries Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$50 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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