Construction Warehouse Manager

Job Title:

Construction Warehouse Manager

Location:

New Orleans, La

Reports To:

Woodward General Superintendent

Position Summary:

The Construction Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the company’s warehouse and leading a team that supports construction projects being executed by our Operations teams as well as our Self-Perform teams. This includes managing warehouse inventory, deliveries to project sites, maintenance of company owned equipment and vehicles, equipment outside rentals, and small tool procurement. The warehouse serves as a critical resource for the company’s construction activities.

As our Construction Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for creating a safe, efficient, and cost-effective warehouse that will play a major role in supporting all construction activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team consisting of two delivery drivers, one mechanic, and a laborer.

• Establish necessary work hours.

• Train and mentor warehouse staff to promote skill development and team efficiency.

• Maintain warehouse office files and documentation.

• Manage all warehouse material and tool inventory.

• Replenish inventory regularly to support construction jobsites.

• Maintain and oversee a tool tracking system for warehouse and jobsite use.

• Monitor and control tool and equipment repair costs.

• Determine small tool purchase needs and monitor associated budgets.

• Organize and prioritize timely equipment and material deliveries to and from job sites.

• Receive material/equipment requests from Superintendents and Project Managers and dispatch drivers accordingly.

• Maintain readiness of hurricane/emergency supplies.

• Oversee company-owned vehicle maintenance, service scheduling, and repair cost tracking.

• Manage GPS tracking systems for company vehicles.

• Assist in the purchasing of new company vehicles and equipment.

• Determine preferred vendors for equipment rentals and negotiate competitive rates. Maintain vendor relationships.

• Track rental equipment, allocate to job sites, and invoice appropriately.

• Analyze rent-vs-own scenarios and recommend purchase decisions accordingly.

• Provide purchasing guidance to Project Managers upon request.

• Participate in budgeting and track expenses related to tools, equipment, and rentals.

• Maintain clean and organized warehouse and storage yard, including grounds maintenance.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

• Participate in and promote the company’s safety program.

• Ensure safe storage of all materials in the warehouse.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  Proven experience in warehouse management, preferably in commercial construction.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams effectively.
• Technical Skills:
  Proficiency with inventory management systems, GPS systems, and Microsoft Office. CDL preferred but not required. Power equipment operator certifications preferred but not required.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills to interface with suppliers, staff, superintendents, and project managers.
• Organization:
  Exceptional organizational skills for inventory, scheduling, and logistics coordination.
• Problem Solving: Ability to assess and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Safety Knowledge:
  Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and enforcement practices.
• Financial:
  Ability to manage budgets, analyze cost data, and make sound purchasing decisions.
• Industry Knowledge:
  Working knowledge of construction tools, materials, and equipment. Detailed knowledge in preventive maintenance programs is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and use of warehouse equipment.
• Capability to work in outdoor and varying weather conditions.