Masonry & Equipment Operations Supervisor

This position serves as a key leader within University Facility Services and is responsible for ensuring construction projects support the Universitys strategic goals operational requirements and long-term campus infrastructure needs. The position may be required to respond to emergency situations and support after-hours project activities as necessary.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Coordinate schedule and direct day-to-day masonry construction concrete restoration and site excavation projects.
• Partner with University departments to review project plans estimate material and labor resource requirements and develop operational schedules that minimize disruptions to campus operations.
• Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of Skilled Crafts staff including Mason IIs a Lead Mason IV and Heavy Equipment Operators.
• Assign daily work priorities and work orders; provide technical guidance on structural layouts brick/stone masonry concrete work and heavy machinery utilization; conduct formal performance evaluations; and support continuous employee development.
• Manage the units operating budget and procurement activities.
• Oversee trade-specific inventory tool procurement and the routine maintenance inspection and servicing of university vehicles and heavy operating equipment.
• Communicate project statuses timelines and utility service interruptions with campus stakeholders contractors and departmental leadership.
• Enforce compliance with OSHA regulations construction safety standards (including silica dust and trenching/excavation safety) building codes and University policies.
• Perform regular job site inspections to evaluate the quality of masonry finishes structural conformance and equipment safety implementing corrective actions where needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of construction project management principles practices and methodologies.
• Knowledge of commercial construction methods materials building systems and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of local state and federal building codes safety regulations and construction standards.
• Ability to develop and manage project schedules budgets scopes and contracts.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints specifications engineering drawings and construction documents.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective negotiation and contract administration skills.
• Ability to analyze problems develop solutions and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
• Must have a valid drivers license and ability to drive according tothe University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Architecture Facilities Management.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing construction facilities infrastructure or capital improvement projects.
• Experience supervising employees contractors or project teams.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings specifications and contract documents.