Fabrication Shop Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with Mc Kinstry

We are currently seeking a Fabrication Shop Manager to join our team as a member of our growing and innovative New Construction Mechanical division. In the role, you will develop strategies, goals, and objectives for the fabrication shop to ensure delivery of the fabrication safely, on time and on budget with high customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:

Financial Management

• Assumes financial responsibility for fabrication operations including accurate, timely and relevant reporting to stakeholders.
• Responsible for maintaining the capital expense list for the fab shop: gathering requirements, calculating ROI, acquiring the asset, triggering depreciation
• Reviews and approves invoices (subcontractor, vendor, etc.)
• Supports annual budget planning process (capital expenses, personnel, operationsexpenses, special items).
• Manages and Prepares client Proposals, Contracts, and Change orders for internal Department projects.
• Track finished goods and raw goods inventory. Complete transfers to other departments or projects when required.
• Report on job performance as needed.
• Processes job cost transfers when required.

Operations Management

• Responsible for Shop Operations to include Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery; including accurate, timely and relevant performance reporting to stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Act as a bridge between the shop floor, project managers, and all departments to ensure project execution and client satisfaction.
• Drive Shop operations and initiatives towards Shop Network strategies.
• Ensure compliance with McKinstry safety standards and regulatory requirements;
  Integrate Accident Prevention Programs into Shop operations.
• Coordinate Facilities and Maintenance programs to ensure machine uptime.
• Ensure On-Time Delivery by coordinating Manpower plans with craft leadership.
• Support Quality management system deployment within Shop processes.
• Champion process improvement initiatives to increase Shop productivity.

Team Management

• Coaches and mentors team members across functional groups.
• Define individual responsibilities and accountabilities. Ensure clear understanding across the shop team (both union and staff).
• Understand and ensure Shop operations remain in compliance within each craft's collective bargaining agreement.
• Act as steward of McKinstry culture; continuously support Shop morale and culture as a Preferred Place to Work. Communicate and influence policies and procedures.
• Establishes and leads meetings as required.
• Set annual goals and conduct performance reviews with direct reports.
• Develop trusted relationships with union personnel
• Other Duties as assigned

What You Need to Succeed at Mc Kinstry

• Five (5) years of experience in project management, fabrication, manufacturing or construction is required with Three (3) years of supervision experience preferred.
• Experience working with a union workforce is preferred.
• Experience in Operations Management, Process Improvement, or Lean Manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient with scheduling software
• Completed OSHA 30 class is required (can be completed after starting role)
• Experience working for a mechanical fabricator or manufacturer preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficient with construction financial programs and software preferred.
• Understanding of accounting and financial management preferred.

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