Materials Supervisor

PCL; Eaton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Performance bonuses

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Prescription coverage

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

HSA/FSA

Mental health support

Career growth

Training programs

Cross-region opportunities

Job summary

PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Eaton, Ohio, is seeking a Materials Supervisor to manage materials flow and keep job sites moving across projects in Ohio and surrounding states.

This role requires strong logistics, procurement and leadership skills, with opportunities for career growth within the PCL family on large-scale solar construction initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or postsecondary diploma/degree in a related discipline.
• Advanced construction knowledge; understands specs, drawings, BOMs, methods and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials, services, tools and equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of project logistics, toolcrib, warehouse, laydown setup and organization.
• Extensive knowledge of supply chain processes, material management and risk.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills; able to present to project leaders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with tact and diplomacy.
• Conflict-resolution skills, professional judgement and negotiation ability.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Strong drive, time management and urgency in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing project management with material management, logistics, facilities and site services estimates.
• Train and mentor other material coordinators and project staff.
• Assess contract documents and develop project material management plans.
• Assess contract documents for facility supply responsibilities and advise on storage.
• Set up project storage facilities and management systems; complete audits.
• Analyze data in material/tool management systems and guide coordinators.
• Identify opportunities to improve material planning and support the project team.
• Develop requisition/cost approval matrix with Project Management; manage blanket releases.
• Submit approved requisitions to procurement and create orders in the system.
• Proactively manage expediting and logistics; provide reports and risk mitigation.
• Assist in project reporting requirements and build project reports.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Materials knowledge

Logistics planning

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or related diploma

Job description

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The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.

At PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.

Travel is required as this position may be located at one of our projects with locations including: Kentucky, Ohio, Georgia, Texas, Oklahoma, Washington and other states.
Per-diem is available to help cover temporary living expenses for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. Depending on project availability, once your time on this project ends, you may be transferred to the next project in a different state.

As a Materials Supervisor for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Eaton, Ohio, Camden, Ohio, you’ll have the opportunity to keep the jobsite moving and own materials flow, stay ahead of crews, and make sure everything hits the ground when and where it’s needed.

Why Choose PCL?

Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do.

Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Here’s how a Materials Supervisor for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. within Solar USA contributes to our team:

• Assist in providing project / district management with support, best practices,strategies, and estimates for change notices on material management, logistics,facilities, site services, construction equipment and indirect manpower.
• Responsible for training and mentoring other material coordinators. Assists with training and mentoring of other project staff, trade supervision, and tradespeople on department procedures, project plans, and systems.
• Assists in assessing contract documents, client process and system requirements, PCL procedural and system requirements, and associated risks. Assists in developing project specific material management plans.
• Assists in assessing contract documents for facility supply responsibilities. Analyzes overall project storage requirements and provides feedback/recommendations to project team. Assists General Superintendent on final plan for toolcribs, related temporary facilities and required infrastructure.
• Manages the setup of project storage facilities and management systems in alignment with project plans, drawings, and agreements with project management. Completes audits to ensure facilities are set up and functioning according to approved plans and resolves or escalates issues as required.
• Analyses data in the material/tool management system to ensure integrity and modifies as required. Provides direction and guidance to material coordinators and assigns entries. May provide input on and assist in developing standard item libraries for project use.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement of material planning on the project. Supports material coordinators and the project team with material planning and suggests management plans for the materials.
• Develops the project “Requisition/Cost Approval Matrix” with Project Management. Assists with creating and reviews requisitions and blanket order releases for temporary and PCL supplied permanent materials and services based on the contract and related documents (i.e. material responsibility matrix “MRM”. Coordinates with the project team to resolve requisitioning issues.
• Submits approved requisitions to procurement for action. For client/engineer supplied materials, requests required purchase order information assists in creating the order in the material system.
• Proactively manages and supports expediting and logistics. Mitigates risks identified through expediting. Creates logistics plans, identifies best practices, and suggests cost saving methods. Provides expediting reports, data for PCL supplied materials as required for project planning purposes.
• Assists in analyzing project reporting requirements and developing project specific reports, schedules, and distribution lists for internal and external reports

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or postsecondary diploma/degree in a related discipline (e.g., supply chain management, procurement, logistics, warehouse distribution).
• Advanced construction knowledge. Understands specifications, drawings, bills of material, methods, and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of commonly used construction materials, permanent/non-permanent materials, services, tools, and equipment. Provides thoughts/solutions for improved material supply on the project.
• Advanced knowledge of project logistics, toolcrib, warehouse, laydown setup and organization, and best practices. Assists in forecasting space requirements and can design layouts.
• Extensive knowledge of supply chain processes, project life cycle, materials management best practices, PCL procedures, and risk. Can assist in assessing owner contract, process, and systems requirements and compare to PCL requirements.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills; able to present to internal and external project leaders.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, and diplomatically.
• Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills, professional judgement, strong negotiating skills, and awareness of impact on company and projects.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Strong drive, time management, and sense of urgency. Ability to assist in prioritization of shifting priorities for self and others in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.

Company: PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc.

Primary Location: Eaton, Ohio, Camden, Ohio