Construction Project Supervisor

Objective:
Oversee all new projects that will be under construction.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Oversight of project plans and implementation
• Assist with design of new projects from initial rough drawings to finalized drawings, project specifications, request of bid from contractor, review bids for accuracy and completeness.
• Occasionally design project layout and acquire needed materials to complete specified project
• Job site inspections to ensure project specifications are being followed and Pipestone quality standards are being met.
• Ensure that all projects for which they are responsible are carried out efficiently
• Monitors construction, schedule, and quality control
• Provide guidance and technical support to resolve construction problems
• Support design engineering phase of projects
• Support negotiations with clients and suppliers
• Weekly reporting to the Asset management team and additional team members as determined.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities within the Repairs & Maintenance department in accordance with all policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• BS Degree with an agricultural or construction management focus preferred.
• 3 – 4 years of construction/maintenance experience or post-secondary education/training in these fields may be substituted for BS degree, preferred.

Work Environment

• Agricultural swine environment in rural area
• Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling
• Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull
• Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds
• Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths

Additional Requirements:

• Must apply the core values of PIPESTONE at all times
• Good communication skills
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get to work
• Some travel required