General Superintendent- Plumbing/Piping

Position 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 personnel?in support of the field's?fluctuating?labor needs for activities related to project/systems construction and?maintenance.??

• Direct, support, and mentor all subordinate supervisory personnel.

• Serve as senior technical?advisor. Assist with difficult construction or start-up?problems when necessary.

• Ensure all?company, department, and technical?policies, procedures, standards,?etc., are adhered to.?Interpret policies as required.

• Assist with?implementation and?interpretation of safety policies, procedures, and?programs.

• Participate?in safety/incident?investigations and reviews.

• Authorize/approve all?craft personnel?transactions (hiring, transfers, wage changes, terminations, etc.) according to?individual?performance and group?needs.

• Develop, implement and monitor quality control programs.

• Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages,?accidents, and delays.

• Participate?in the conceptual?development of a construction project and?oversee?its organization, scheduling, and?implementation.

• Requisition supplies and materials for construction projects.

• Ensure superintendents?prepare and submit?labor and cost tracking reports.

• Assist in the development of supervisory training programs.

• Provide expertise and technical?knowledge to other home office department?heads.

• May assist?in jurisdictional?disputes and other union negotiations as required.??

• May assume superintendent responsibilities when necessary?or as directed

• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent; some advanced education and technical training highly desirable

• Extensive (10+ years) construction labor management experience (or equivalent combination of education/training and related experience.)

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods)

• 5+ years in supervisory position

• Thorough knowledge of company policies, procedures, and standards

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures

• Thorough knowledge of union jurisdiction, labor agreements, and negotiations

• Outstanding 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

• Outstanding coaching and motivational skills

• Outstanding scheduling and forecasting skills

• Solid MS Office skills and ability/desire to learn new software

• Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills

• 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 Southland partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)

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.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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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, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, 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.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

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