Area Superintendent - Hydronics

Job Description

In collaboration with other Field Superintendents and under the supervision of the Department Manager, this position will be primarily responsible for the oversight of the operations, strategic planning and personnel management of our General Forepersons, Truck Forepersons and Forepersons within the hydronic trades of the assigned area.

Supervises:
General Forepersons, Truck Forepersons, Forepersons

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee all hydronic field activities to ensure standards and productivity are met in an effort to achieve company goals

Operations

Assist direct reports with:

Resource management

Proper team selection including assignment of Forepersons

Project execution strategies and scheduling

Weekly project progress, health and safety reports

Help to provide resolution of issues, challenges, and obstacles

Execution of QA/QC protocols

Implementation of Safety Department's protocols

Implementation of ACCO policies and procedures

Planning for successful project installation

Job Walks (with/for PM's)

Attend pre-bid & post-bid interviews

Review bid estimates

Participation in project kick-off, mid-job and wrap-up meetings

Review project documents to determine the proper staffing requirements

Assignment of field supervision and labor to projects

Movement/transfer of employees between General Forepersons, Forepersons and Truck Forepersons

Continuous evaluation of all personnel to ensure performance is at the highest level

Monitor and advise on quality control measures to ensure high-quality output at or above industry standards

Evaluate and advise on means and methods of continuous improvement to increase efficiency and meet project goals

Review and track project labor budgets

Fill any project need gaps until job is assigned a field supervisor

Engage with labor relations representatives to create and foster meaningful, long-term relationships that support company goals including defending and resolving labor disputes.

Knowledge of current building and mechanical code

Encourage communication between the assigned project supervision and the associated PM/PE. Coordinate and assist with problem solving strategies with the PM and assigned supervision when issues rise beyond the scope or understanding/capability of the project supervision assigned.

Mentor General Forepersons and Forepersons to be elite leaders

Assist Director in departmental budgets, financial planning and fleet management as needed

Other tasks and dues as assigned by supervisor and/or upper management

Strategic Planning

Understand and support the strategic plan and corporate vision

Ensure adoption and implementation of standard processes and procedures to achieve high level quality, productivity and efficiency across field operations

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with construction operations (i.e.: installation, materials, equipment, personnel)

Ensure safety measures are up-to-date and communicated effectively to all field personnel in an effort to mitigate risk and reduce liability

Personnel Management

Adhere to and promote company policies.

Install a culture of accountability, integrity, ethics, and respect within the department

Mentor, train and develop top performing supervisors (succession planning) to meet current and future business needs and avoid any gaps in strong leadership.

Coordinate labor requests with the local union labor halls

Responsible for all hiring and termination of union hydronic staff within the assigned area

Collaboration

Create and foster collaborative relationships among leadership teams across varying departments and locations

Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects to meet company growth objectives

Work closely with Project Managers and PE's on bid strategies and current projects regarding:

Constructability

Resource availability

Labor budgets

Project execution opportunities

Potential project challenges

Collaborate with Regional Superintendents and share experience to develop best processes, align processes, and leverage resources

Position Requirements:

(Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.)

Strong industry knowledge

Excellent leadership skills including honesty, integrity, patience, empathy, and a strong work ethic

Effective communicator at all levels of the business

Experience and deep understanding of the hydronic trades (pipe fitting, process piping, plumbing, site-utilities, start-up) and general fabrication process

12+ years of experience in Construction leading projects

Member of the local hydronics union in good standing

Experience with the various business and corporate software technologies ACCO currently utilizes

MS Office:
Word, Excel, Project

Google Workspace:
Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Forms

Others:
Adobe, Pro Core, Bluebeam, Box

Proficient in English.

Valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Skilled in reading and interpreting plans and specifications

Knowledge of:

-local quality, occupational safety, and health regulations for construction job sites

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