Construction Supervisor (Modular Buildings)

Job Description

Job Description

The specific pay rate and level will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience and location.   

Do you have a strong vision of what the future of modular building might look like? Do you thrive on providing exceptional customer service? Consider joining the talented team at Mobile Modular.Our high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective modular building solutions help customers meet critical space needs across healthcare, education, commercial business, residential development, construction, retail, government, and many other industries.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Lead a skilled team and make a direct impact on project success.
• Influence operations, process improvements, and team development.
• Work cross functionally with departments across the business.
• Help deliver innovative modular solutions for customers across a wide range of industries.
• Join a company that values safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and leadership development.

A Day in the Life

As a Construction Supervisor (Modular Buildings) , you will provide operational, technical, and people leadership for production teams while overseeing construction operations, inventory coordination, vendor relationships, and project execution. You will review plans, blueprints, work instructions, and other technical documents; answer questions regarding project scope and timing; monitor costs and project progress; develop schedules and estimates; and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. 

Working closely with Operations, Sales, Service, Transportation, and other support teams, you will coordinate resources, logistics, inventory, and customer needs while driving operational excellence, employee development, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

You will supervise construction and maintenance production activities while ensuring quality, safety, code compliance, inventory accuracy, vendor performance, and team productivity. Working directly alongside production teams, you will establish priorities, coordinate resources, remove obstacles, and drive results while fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. 

“What You'll Do”

• Deliver quality modular construction projects on time and on budget. 
• Provide hands on leadership by working directly alongside production teams to establish priorities, assign work, monitor progress, and ensure quality standards are met. Ensure production operates within applicable standards, regulations, and building codes. 
• Deliver hands on leadership for the administrative and inventory support functions that impact production operations, including inventory and project coordination, internal and external customer service, purchase orders, logistics coordination, and operational support activities.
• Partner closely with Operations, Sales, Service, Transportation, and other support teams to coordinate resources, inventory, scheduling, logistics, customer needs, and project execution while ensuring a seamless customer experience.
• Maintain the vendor base and establish new supplier relationships; negotiate pricing and service agreements while implementing policies and procedures that strengthen vendor partnerships and ensure exceptional service for our customers.
• Cultivate strong relationships with manufacturers, subcontractors, and key vendors to ensure accurate inventory management, efficient transportation, successful installations, and responsive service delivery in the marketplace.
• Manage multiple construction groups working on modular building repair, refurbishment, modification, and maintenance projects. Maximize efficiency by streamlining workflows, reducing costs, implementing best practices, and supporting LEAN initiatives. 
• Lead 6S efforts by ensuring teams maintain organized workspaces, tools, equipment, and materials. Order materials and manage inventory to support project schedules and operational needs. 
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and overall performance. Develop and implement initiatives that foster both personal and professional growth, creating opportunities for career development, cross-training, succession planning, and continuous learning.
• Lead employee engagement and team-building efforts that strengthen communication, collaboration, accountability, and retention across the team.
• Create an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute ideas that improve operational performance, customer satisfaction, and workplace culture.
• Develop, deliver, and support performance reviews, coaching, counseling, and employee development conversations
• Monitor team performance to ensure productivity, quality, and safety expectations are consistently achieved. Evaluate employee progress throughout the year and support annual performance review processes. 
• Drive a customer first culture by ensuring internal and external customers receive timely communication, responsive service, and consistent execution.
• Monitor employees for safe operation of tools and machinery and ensure proper inspections and safety activities are completed. Actively participate in safety meetings, training, audits, and toolbox talks while promoting OSHA and industry best practices. 
• Ensures production operates within established standards, regulations and codes related to the operation of the manufacturing facility (including Department of Education, Division of State Architect, Department of Housing and Community Development, and Federal, State, County and Local requirements).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with managers and departments across the organization to support a cohesive team environment and exceptional customer service. 
• Perform other duties as assigned

“Must Haves”

• 3+ years of hands on experience in construction, remodeling, renovation, repairs, or building modifications.  Knowledge of construction trades including carpentry, electrical and plumbing.
• 3+ years of supervisory, management, or team leadership experience in a construction, production, or related environment.  Project management experience overseeing multiple projects and priorities. 
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, work orders, work instructions, floor plans, and construction documents. 
• Experience implementing LEAN methodologies, process improvements, or efficiency initiatives. 
• Ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop team members. Demonstrated ability to coach and counsel other workers in a positive manner.
• Track record of improving safety and safety procedures
• Excellent abilities to prioritize and adjust schedules and instill a sense of urgency in team members while managing multiple projects.
• High-energy, can-do, get-results person with high integrity.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, Outlook and Teams.
• Valid Driver's License. 

“Nice to Haves”

• Experience overseeing teams of 4 or more employees. 
• Working knowledge of HVAC strongly preferred
• Forklift experience, particularly in industrial warehouse environments with use of large industrial equipment.
• Experience working with vendor relationships, subcontractors, inventory management, logistics, or branch operations.
• Understanding of trucking operations, transportation, DOT requirements, pilot car operations, and Oregon hauling requirements.
• Knowledge of current building codes, ADA requirements, and quality compliance standards. Experience ensuring code and quality compliance of completed work in accordance with appropriate UBC, IBC, NEC, CBC, CPC, CEC, ADA and Fire, Life Safety
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills. 

“Perks”

• It’s a great place to work where you are given the space to share ideas and opinions and the bottom-line is “YOU” matter! 
• We value our employees' Quality of Life, and when it comes to mental health, recovery, and self-care, there is no one-size-fits-all approach that is why we provide resources where employees can find information on several wellness topics like nutrition, exercise, emotional health, and more! 
• Reliable Schedule with Balanced Home Time – A consistent Monday–Friday, day shift schedule
• Consistent, year-round work – So you can plan your life outside of work
• DailyPay = Your Pay, Your Timing – Access earnings whenever you need them
• Referral Rewards
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off You Can Actually Use
  • 10 Company paid holidays + 2 additional half days 
  • Vacation + sick time 
  • Floating holiday for personal flexibility 
• Full Benefits Coverage
  • Medical, dental, vision options 
  • 24/7 virtual care + nurse line 
  • HSA/FSA options 
  • Short + long term disability options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company-paid life insurance 
• Strong Financial Future
  • 401(k) with company match 
• Safety Focused Support
  • Safety first culture + recognition programs
  • Boot program to keep you job-ready

Special Considerations:

• Position requires manual dexterity and the ability to remain physically active throughout the workday. 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to carry, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, and perform other construction-related physical activities
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Minimal travel may be required for training or management meetings. 

Flexibility & Evolving Responsibilities

This job posting is intended to convey the general nature and level of work expected in the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and team members may be asked to take on additional tasks or adjust their focus in response to changing business needs—sometimes with or without prior notice. This flexibility is a valued part of our culture and supports our commitment to collaboration, agility, and shared success.

Drug Testing Requirements for Safety-Sensitive Positions

McGrath will continue pre-employment drug testing including marijuana, even in states where it is legal, for this position which is classified as safety-sensitive within our construction operations and Drivers. Ensuring a drug-free environment is not only essential for the well-being of our team members but also aligns with regulatory requirements that govern safety-sensitive positions and commercial driving.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Hiring Requirements

Pre-employment screenings are conducted after a conditional offer of employment is extended, in accordance with fair hiring laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, on the basis of disability and any other legally protected status. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. At this time, we do not sponsor employment visas or provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

AI Use in Our Interview Process
You are welcome to use AI tools to prepare in advance for our interview process. During interviews, however, candidates should respond based on their own knowledge, experience, and perspective without real-time assistance from AI or another person. This helps us have an authentic conversation and evaluate candidates consistently. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please let us know. 

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