Superintendent Mechanical; Plumbing​/Piping

Position: Superintendent Mechanical (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.

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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 college preferred

+ Completion of craft apprenticeship program or equivalent skill level and training

+ 5+ years in supervisory position

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

+ An active Texas Journeyman Plumber license may be required for individuals overseeing work in this field.

+ Ability to understand the project scopes and objectives as well as scopes of other construction trades

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

+ Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications

+ Ability to assess crew and foremen skills and coach/mentor

+ Strong 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

+ Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control

+ Ability to handle administrative duties of position, including completion of required paperwork

+ 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 on any jobsite or from working with any of Southland's partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc. 

** 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…