Industrial Projects Supervisor – Lakeland

Publix; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Lakeland is seeking an Industrial Projects Supervisor to oversee construction activities related to industrial projects. The role involves budget management, supervision of contractors, and ensuring compliance with building codes. Candidates should possess strong technical and organizational skills, with a commitment to safety and quality. The position requires a proactive approach and the ability to work long hours as needed.

Benefits

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Free hot lunches

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years industrial and commercial construction experience.
• Certificates for ADA and Hazwoper required upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction activities for industrial projects.
• Provide input for annual building maintenance budget.
• Select new contractors or vendors.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Proactive

Technical Skills

Organizational Skills

Stress Tolerance

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Office 2000

Windows

Job description

Industrial Projects Supervisor – Lakeland

Location: Lakeland, FL
Job ID: 33067BR
Department: Industrial Projects
Working Hours: Minimum 45 hours per week
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Date Posted: May 15, 2025

• Supervise construction related activities as related to industrial construction projects
• Provide input for the annual building maintenance budget
• Supervise special projects and capital expenditure projects as requested by warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and support facilities involving industrial construction
• Supervise miscellaneous maintenance and repairs of the buildings, parking lots, grounds, docks, roofing, doors, elevators, floors lighting, CSX railroad, water towers (potable and fire), refrigeration and utility systems (electrical, plumbing, gas, utilities, etc.)
• Select new contractors or vendors
• Complete other various tasks such as creating a budget, processing and maintaining records, and monitoring key performance indicators

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years industrial and commercial construction experience
• Certificates required for ADA (American Disability Act), Hazwoper (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response). These are required and supplied by Publix. (Incumbent will obtain the ADA and Hazwoper once hired)
• Knowledge of Industrial Construction including Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Refrigeration, Electrical, and Roofing Systems
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Office 2000, Windows
• Knowledge of regional building codes and other regulatory agency requirements
• Knowledge of Warehousing/Distribution and Manufacturing
• Ability to be detailed oriented
• Ability to be proactive
• Technical skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to evaluate costs and estimates
• Stress tolerance and adaptability skills
• Ability to be comfortable in addressing large groups
• Willingness to work long hours, nights, weekends and holidays when necessary. This includes being on call 24/7
• Willingness to travel overnight
• Willingness to climb and work in high places
• Willingness to attend seminars, conferences and classes, on and off site
• Willingness to learn about warehousing, distribution and manufacturing operations
• Show enthusiasm, initiative and pride in work
• Show commitment to Publix’s mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 10 years industrial and commercial construction experience
• Contractor’s License: General Contractors or Building Contractors License
• Continuing education with the CILB (Construction Industry Licensing Board)
• Knowledge of Publix vision and mission statement, as well as Publix policies and guidelines
• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans plan
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria

As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.

Additional Information

Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours.

Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.

For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.