Superintendent Sheetmetal

Job Title: Superintendent - Sheetmetal

Rec #: 5361

Location: Houston TX

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $33.00 - $51.00 hourly

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nations largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC plumbing piping sheet metal and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers hospitals life sciences facilities and high-rise commercial buildings earning a reputation for safety precision and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills share knowledge and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Superintendent - Sheetmetal provides overall leadership and direction to field supervision and sheet metal craft personnel. This role oversees day-to-day field operations to ensure work is executed safely efficiently and in alignment with the companys quality and cost-efficiency standards.

The Superintendent partners closely with project leadership to drive productivity coordinate resources and support successful project delivery and serves as the senior field authority on manpower scheduling and quality across assigned projects.

Core Responsibilities

1. Plan direct and coordinate craft personnel in support of the fields fluctuating labor needs for activities related to project/systems construction and maintenance.
2. Direct support and mentor all subordinate supervisory personnel.
3. Serve as senior technical advisor.
4. Assist with difficult construction or start-up problems when necessary.
5. Ensure all company department and technical policies procedures standards etc. are adhered to.
6. Interpret policies as required.
7. Assist with implementation and interpretation of safety policies procedures and programs.
8. Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
9. Authorize/approve all craft personnel transactions (hiring transfers wage changes terminations etc.) according to individual performance and group needs.
10. Develop implement and monitor quality control programs.
11. Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures complaints damages accidents and delays.
12. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization scheduling and implementation.
13. Requisition supplies and materials for construction projects.
14. Ensure superintendents prepare and submit labor and cost tracking reports.
15. Assist in the development of supervisory training programs.
16. Provide expertise and technical knowledge to other home office department heads.
17. May assist in jurisdictional disputes and other union negotiations as required.
18. May assume superintendent responsibilities when necessary or as directed.
19. Perform additional assignments per supervisors direction.

Required Background

1. Completion of craft apprenticeship program or equivalent skill level and training
2. 8 years in supervisory position
3. Ability to understand the project scopes and objectives as well as scopes of other construction trades
4. Advanced knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
5. Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications
6. Ability to assess crew and foremen skills and coach/mentor
7. Strong leadership and team-building skills
8. Strong oral and written communication skills
9. Ability to identify troubleshoot and resolve problems before major difficulties develop
10. Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
11. Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control
12. Ability to handle administrative duties of position including completion of required paperwork
13. Effective use of computers and other technology
14. Ability to effectively use time management and goal-setting
15. Willingness to be held accountable and act honestly and with integrity
16. Strong attention to detail and ability to remain diplomatic and calm under pressure
17. Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of the companys partnering General Contractors Owners Customers etc.
18. High school degree or equivalent; some college preferred
19. OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)

Compensation & Perks

1. Competitive salary based on experience
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Medical dental and vision insurance
4. Annual bonus program based on performance achievement and company profitability
5. Term life AD&D and voluntary life insurance
6. Disability income protection insurance
7. Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
8. Paid parental leave
9. Paid holidays vacation and personal time
10. Training and professional development opportunities
11. Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
12. Path for advancement into senior and leadership roles