Project Superintendent (Maintenance)

Job Description

Sterling Industrial, headquartered in Evansville, Indiana was founded and incorporated in 1982. Our company began and grew from a need for swift, reliable service for utilities in southern Indiana. Meeting the needs of utilities through small emergencies, we found an increasing need to add pipefitters and millwrights to our operation, and from there our company continued to grow.


As a multi-craft union contractor, we provide civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical services for new construction and maintenance/retrofit projects. Our core markets include power generation, metals, pulp/paper, plastics, and chemical markets. We pride ourselves on being a full-service contractor attentive and responsive to the needs of our customers; providing a full range of services and solutions for construction and maintenance projects.

Position Summary:
The Project Superintendent is responsible for the oversight of all site craft personnel supporting Maintenance and small Capitol work, working directly with Project Manager and clients from conception to completion. He/she is directly in charge of managing the day-to-day site craft field staff in order to efficiently support plant requests for craft labor support, maintenance and other work. Duties include managing, in conjunction with Project Manager, labor issues, development and execution of construction means and methods, oversight of work plans, safety, and management of construction risk and ensure quality construction standards are met. He/she must also be able to direct Subcontractors, ensure craft time reporting is accurate, on time and on budget. He/she must also be able to calculate material and equipment needs, order materials and equipment and ensure billing for materials and equipment is completed accurately and efficiently.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities


• Responsible for the safety of all assigned employees and subcontractors to ensure the safe execution of all activities, including the strict adherence to company safety policies and programs through the communication and enforcement of the Safety and Health Management Program
• Manage and coordinate craft personnel and resources on larger projects in conjunction with Project Manager.
• Support Project Manager in negotiating collective bargaining agreements with assigned union trade(s) with the Director of Labor Relations when requested.
• Ensure craft development and mentoring to build bench strength, succession planning and recruitment.
• Manage small projects without direct oversight from a Project Manager
• Assist with estimating and preconstruction efforts on larger projects.
• Estimate small projects onsite and develop Budget Estimates as needed for Maintenance operations
• Communicating with Project Manager on jurisdictional disputes in efforts to resolve issues with preplanning and communication
• Support the Project Manager, as needed with project kickoff, prepare project work plans, assist with procurement, and ensure performance of project including, project status, schedule adherence, cost control, change management systems, client concerns, quality, and safety.
• Maintain strong relationships with Project Manager, business agents, key clients, subcontractors, designers and consultants
• Assist Project Manager with Quarterly Assessments and Annual Performance reviews of Key Craft
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are met and exceeded, facilitating seamless delivery of services/products.
• Monitor customer feedback and market trends and report recommended improvements and optimize customer experience to the Project Manager
• Drive business development activities by ensuring the work is being completed as efficiently as possible.
• Regularly communicate with Project Manager to ensure Customer needs are met/exceeded.

Skills and Abilities
• Team oriented
• Excellent report writing skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal relationship skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Good problem solving skills & creative thinking
• Takes accountability for assigned work
• Leadership ability
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Detail oriented

Education/Experience
• 10 - 15 years of field experience in industrial and power construction and 5 years in field management positions
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology (preferred)
• Proficient computer skills

Physical Demands
• Travel will be required to attend trainings, meetings and could be project / site based for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit or stand for entire shift
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federals, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly
• Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing, and keyboard operations

Required Skills

Sterling Industrial LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, protected activity, or other non-merit factors.