Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) Superintendent

Design Systems Builders, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

Health insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Per Diem for travel

Company Truck

Job summary

Design Systems Builders (DSB) is seeking a PEMB Superintendent to oversee pre-engineered metal building construction, ensuring work aligns with design, budget, and schedule. The role involves coordinating multiple teams and maintaining safety, quality, and productivity on site.

You will supervise up to 50 workers, read drawings, manage subcontractor interfaces, and communicate with stakeholders. This is an onsite, leadership position with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Minimum 5 years of PEMB Superintendent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Excellent supervisory skills; can manage up to 50 employees.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service orientation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must obtain OSHA 30-Hour and First Aid/CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and supervise project activities.
• Coordinate work with various crafts and subcontractors.
• Liaise with estimator, engineer, architect, project manager, and client.
• Resolve construction problems and safety issues as needed.
• Monitor safety compliance and document corrective actions.
• Maintain cost control and understanding of project budget.
• Document employees' hours and report to HR weekly.
• Travel for out-of-town assignments as required.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Safety compliance

Reading construction drawings

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Radio/phone operations

Job description

Design Systems Builders (DSB), the self-performance, pre-engineered metal building division of T.W. Frierson, is seeking a skilled Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) Superintendent to join our collaborative and innovative team. At DSB, we partner with General Contractors, Developers, and End Users to furnish and erect pre-engineered metal buildings and other related steel components.

The PEMB Superintendent holds responsibility for supervising the total construction effort related to the pre-engineered steel component of construction, ensuring that a project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, schedule, and required safety elements.

Why Join DSB?

• Employee Ownership: As part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you're not just working for a company - you're investing in your future by becoming an Employee Owner. Our collaborative culture rewards long-term vision, team success, and shared achievements.
• People-First Culture: Join a team that values respect, mentorship, and accountability at every level.
• Meaningful Work: Lead diverse, impactful projects that shape communities, industries, and lives.
• Competitive Salary
• Company Truck
• Health insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off
• Per Diem for travel assignments

What You'll Do

• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and supervise multiple activities for project, including determining method of construction, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment needs, temporary power sources, and work schedule.
• Coordinate work with different crafts and subcontractors, assuming responsibility for productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
• Maintain liaison with estimator, engineer, architect, project manager, and client to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications and schedule.
• Assist in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Maintain awareness of safety rules and procedures among personnel, as well as identify safety hazards and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor employee compliance with safety requirements; document and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintain cost control and understanding of project budget.
• Document employees' actual hours worked and submit to Human Resources each week.
• Assist supervisor and Human Resources by observing and reporting potential employee relations problems/issues.
• Assist supervisor and Human Resources in counseling employees and administering disciplinary action.
• Make recommendations for pay increases, promotions, demotions, terminations.
• Perform additional assignments at supervisor's direction.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license
• Minimum 5 years of work experience as a PEMB Superintendent
• In-Depth knowledge and experience in PEMB erection and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and shop drawings
• Must have basic competencies in mathematics and be able to perform math operations rapidly and accurately
• Excellent supervisory skills with ability to directly supervise up to 50 employees working in smaller teams.
• Good interpersonal skills with customer-service orientation as well as ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to produce quality work in an efficient manner with little supervision in an ever-changing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet-based applications
• Ability to operate basic office equipment including computer, printer, copier, fax, scanner, and mobile phone/radio
• Ability to operate pickup truck, transit & level, scissor lift, boomlift, forklift, and hand tools
• Current OSHA Construction 30-Hour certification
• Current basic first aid/CPR certification
• Must complete Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Supervisor Training within 6 months of being in position
• Willingness to travel as needed for occasional out-of-town assignments.

* No sponsorship available for this position.