Field Superintendent

Southland Industries, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 132,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Career advancement and apprenticeship

Wellness resources and employee help

Job summary

Southland Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced field operations supervisor to lead piping, plumbing, or sheet metal craft personnel at Dulles, VA. You will drive direction, safety adherence, and cost-effective field execution for complex projects.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to read drawings and interpret specifications across trades. Union interactions may be involved, with emphasis on mentoring and quality control.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship completed.
• 5+ years in a supervisory position.
• OSHA-30 certification; within six months if not current.
• Active Texas Journeyman Plumber license may be required for fieldwork.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple trades and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate craft personnel to meet fluctuating labor needs.
• Direct, support, and mentor subordinate supervisory personnel.
• Senior technical advisor for construction problems when needed.
• Ensure adherence to company, department, and safety policies.
• Assist with safety policy implementation and investigations.
• Authorize/approve personnel transactions based on performance.
• Develop, implement and monitor quality control programs.
• Monitor work procedures, complaints, damages, and delays.
• Oversee project organization, scheduling, and implementation.
• Prepare labor and cost tracking reports.
• Develop supervisory training programs.
• Provide expertise to home office department heads.
• May assist in union negotiations.
• May assume superintendent responsibilities when necessary.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Craft apprenticeship

OSHA-30 certification

Texas Journeyman Plumber license (field work)

Job description

Provide overall direction and guidance to field supervision and craft personnel (piping, plumbing, or sheet metal) and ensure that Southland’s quality, safety, and cost-efficiency guidelines are adhered to.

• Plan, direct, and coordinate craft personnelin support of the field’sfluctuatinglabor needs for activities related to project/systems construction andmaintenance.
• Direct, support, and mentor all subordinate supervisory personnel.
• Serve as senior technicaladvisor. Assist with difficult construction or start-upproblems when necessary.
• Ensure allcompany, department, and technicalpolicies, procedures, standards,etc., are adhered to.Interpret policies as required.
• Assist withimplementation andinterpretation of safety policies, procedures, andprograms.
• Participatein safety/incidentinvestigations and reviews.
• Authorize/approve allcraft personneltransactions (hiring, transfers, wage changes, terminations, etc.) according toindividualperformance and groupneeds.
• Develop,implement and monitor quality control programs.
• Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages,accidents, and delays.
• Participatein the conceptualdevelopment of a construction project andoverseeits organization, scheduling, andimplementation.
• Requisition supplies and materials for construction projects.
• Ensure superintendentsprepare and submitlabor and cost tracking reports.
• Assistin the development of supervisorytraining programs.
• Provide expertise and technicalknowledge to other home office departmentheads.
• May assistin jurisdictionaldisputes and other union negotiations as required.
• May assume superintendent responsibilities when necessaryor as directed

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent; some college preferred
• Completion of craft apprenticeship program or equivalent skill level and training
• 5+ years in supervisory position
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• An active Texas Journeyman Plumber license may be required for individuals overseeing work in this field.
• Ability to understand the project scopes and objectives as well as scopes of other construction trades
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications
• Ability to assess crew and foremen skills and coach/mentor
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems before major difficulties develop
• Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control
• Ability to handle administrative duties of position, including completion of required paperwork
• Effective use of computers and other technology
• Ability to effectively use time management and goal setting
• Willingness to be held accountable and act honestly and with integrity
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain diplomatic and calm under pressure
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions on any jobsite or from working with any of Southland’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions, are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay:Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Virginia, this ranges from $132,293.00 - $161,692.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment:All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

Job Location Dulles, Virginia, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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