Senior Field Operations Leader - Craft & Safety

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

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.