Construction Superintendent

Energy Fencing Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,600 - 67,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off (10 PTO days)

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Energy Fencing Inc is seeking a Construction Superintendent in New York to oversee the fabrication and installation of custom welded metal assemblies and ironworks. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of supervisory experience in metal fabrication and a strong understanding of welding processes.

The role involves ensuring safety compliance, managing project schedules, and leading a team of ironworkers and welders. Competitive compensation starting at $57,600 yearly, with additional benefits like paid time off and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in a welding or metal fabrication environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and production priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fabrication and installation of custom welded metal assemblies.
• Lead and supervise ironworkers, welders, laborers, and subcontractors.
• Enforce OSHA regulations and safety standards on job sites.

Skills

Welding processes

Metal fabrication techniques

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Education

Welding certification

Experience in fabrication shop operations

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Construction Superintendent

Overview

Energy Fencing Inc. is New York’s premier fencing company, proudly operating under the motto “With energy, anything is possible.” Our commitment to excellence, reliability, and customer satisfaction drives us to deliver top‑quality fencing installations, gates, and custom ironworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Supervision: Oversee the fabrication and installation of custom welded metal assemblies, ornamental iron work, aluminum gates, steel gates, railings, bollards, window guards, security barriers, custom brackets, support frames, and miscellaneous metal fabrications. Ensure all work is performed in accordance with approved shop drawings, project specifications, welding procedures, quality standards, and contract requirements while maintaining productivity, craftsmanship, and schedule adherence.
• Fabrication & Installation Management: Coordinate shop fabrication activities with field installation operations to ensure material readiness, proper sequencing, and adherence to project schedules.
• Crew Management: Lead, schedule, and supervise ironworkers, welders, laborers, installers, and subcontractors, ensuring productivity, workmanship quality, and accountability.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce OSHA regulations, site‑specific safety plans, hot work requirements, rigging procedures, fall protection standards, and company safety policies throughout fabrication and installation activities.
• Scheduling & Logistics Coordination: Manage project schedules, material procurement, fabrication lead times, equipment needs, trucking logistics, crane operations, and workforce allocation to maintain project milestones.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular inspections of fabricated and installed work to verify dimensional accuracy, weld quality, finishes, tolerances, and compliance with approved shop drawings and industry standards.
• Client & Project Team Communication: Serve as the primary field liaison between clients, general contractors, project managers, engineers, architects, fabricators, and installation crews regarding project progress, coordination issues, and schedule updates.
• Field Problem Resolution: Identify and resolve fabrication discrepancies, field conflicts, unforeseen site conditions, fit‑up issues, and installation challenges while minimizing project delays and additional costs.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain daily reports, fabrication tracking logs, installation progress reports, safety documentation, change order records, RFIs, punch list items, and project closeout documentation.
• Material & Inventory Oversight: Monitor steel, aluminum, stainless steel, hardware, and specialty material inventories to ensure timely procurement, proper storage, and uninterrupted production and installation operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fabrication Superintendent, Shop Superintendent, Production Manager, or similar leadership role within a welding, metal fabrication, or miscellaneous metals environment (required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience supervising fabrication shop operations, welding activities, and field installation crews.
• Extensive knowledge of welding processes, metal fabrication techniques, shop production workflows, and field installation practices.
• Strong understanding of ornamental iron work, aluminum and steel gates, railings, bollards, window guards, security barriers, custom metal fabrications, and miscellaneous metals construction.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication details, architectural plans, engineering drawings, welding symbols, and project specifications.
• Demonstrated experience managing welders, fabricators, painters, installers, and subcontractors while maintaining production schedules and quality standards.
• Welding certification from the American Welding Society (AWS) or equivalent welding qualification preferred; candidates with extensive supervisory experience may be considered in lieu of formal certification.
• Strong understanding of welding procedures, weld quality standards, fabrication tolerances, fit‑up requirements, and quality control processes.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, Stick (SMAW), and Flux Core (FCAW) welding processes.
• Knowledge of fabrication equipment including ironworkers, press brakes, shears, band saws, drill presses, welding machines, forklifts, and overhead lifting equipment.
• Ability to coordinate material procurement, fabrication schedules, deliveries, and installation sequencing to meet project deadlines.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and production priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to train, mentor, and develop fabrication personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and craftsmanship.
• Experience conducting quality inspections and ensuring fabricated products meet approved shop drawings, project specifications, and company standards.
• Ability to prepare and maintain production reports, fabrication schedules, material tracking logs, quality control documentation, and safety records.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• English proficiency (required).
• Must be located in NYC or within 25 miles of Brooklyn, NY 11207.
• Ability to commute to Brooklyn, NY 11207 (required) and travel to fabrication facilities, supplier locations, and project sites as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in both shop and field environments when required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Work Environment

• Combination of field supervision and office coordination.
• Fast‑paced environment overseeing multiple active projects.
• Regular travel to job sites throughout the New York metropolitan area.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Starting at $57,600 yearly starting salary - $67,200 annually (commensurate with experience)

Compensation Package: Bonus opportunities, performance bonus, yearly bonus

• 401(k)
• Paid time off (10 PTO days)
• Professional development and training opportunities

Schedule

• 8‑hour shifts
• Day shift, Monday–Friday

Equal Opportunity Statement

Energy Fencing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.