Superintendent Mechanical; Plumbing/Piping
Abilene, Taylor County, Texas, 79601, USA
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager -
Construction
Operations Manager
Superintendent Mechanical (Plumbing/Piping)
Mechanical Service, Field Operations
Carrollton, TX
• Full-Time/Regular
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 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…
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