Job DescriptionPosition Summary Provide overall direction and guidance to field supervision and craft personnel (piping, plumbing, or sheet metal) and ensure that Southland's quality, safety, and cost-efficiency guidelines are adhered to.
Position Details- Plan, direct, and coordinate craft personnelin support of the field'sfluctuatinglabor needs for activities related to project/systems construction andmaintenance.
- Direct, support, and mentor all subordinate supervisory personnel.
- Serve as senior technicaladvisor. Assist with difficult construction or start-upproblems when necessary.
- Ensure allcompany, department, and technicalpolicies, procedures, standards,etc., are adhered to.Interpret policies as required.
- Assist withimplementation andinterpretation of safety policies, procedures, andprograms.
- Participatein safety/incidentinvestigations and reviews.
- Authorize/approve allcraft personneltransactions (hiring, transfers, wage changes, terminations, etc.) according toindividualperformance and groupneeds.
- Develop,implement and monitor quality control programs.
- Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages,accidents, and delays.
- Participatein the conceptualdevelopment of a construction project andoverseeits organization, scheduling, andimplementation.
- Requisition supplies and materials for construction projects.
- Ensure superintendentsprepare and submitlabor and cost tracking reports.
- Assistin the development of supervisorytraining programs.
- Provide expertise and technicalknowledge to other home office departmentheads.
- May assistin jurisdictionaldisputes and other union negotiations as required.
- May assume superintendent responsibilities when necessaryor as directed
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
Qualifications - High school degree or equivalent; some college preferred
- Completion of craft apprenticeship program or equivalent skill level and training
- 5+ years in supervisory position
- 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.
- 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 on any jobsite or from working with any of Southland's partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.
Benefits As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.
For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits-including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions-are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.
In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
- Wellness resources and employee support programs
Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.
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