Superintendent - Material Handling

B.l.-Harbert-International,-LLC-; Alabama; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations for our Material Handling Division. This hands-on role supervises crews, coordinates with project management, and drives daily field execution on conveyor and material handling system projects.

Requirements include 5+ years in a superintendent/leadership role in industrial construction, strong knowledge of material handling systems, blueprints, and schedules.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a superintendent/leadership role in material handling, industrial construction, or similar field.
• Strong knowledge of material handling systems, conveyor installation, racking, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and project schedules.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain quickly).
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Proficiency with basic technology tools (email, scheduling software, reporting apps).
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on assigned material handling projects.
• Manage and coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials.
• Enforce and promote a strong safety culture; ensure all safety protocols are followed.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise installation activities (conveyor systems, racking, mezzanines, sortation equipment, etc.).
• Work closely with project management to review schedules, resolve field issues, and forecast needs.
• Conduct site walks, quality control checks, and punch list completion.
• Hold daily pre-task planning meetings and regular safety toolbox talks.
• Maintain detailed daily field reports, logs, and project documentation.
• Communicate effectively with owners, vendors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Monitor labor productivity and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor, train, and develop field crews and foremen.
• Assist with project start-up and close-out tasks as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Scheduling software

Reporting apps

Email

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Superintendent to lead field operations for our Material Handling Division. This role is critical to ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to our high-quality standards. The Superintendent will supervise crews, manage subcontractors, coordinate with project management, and drive daily field execution across conveyor and industrial material handling system projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on assigned material handling projects.
• Manage and coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials.
• Enforce and promote a strong safety culture; ensure all safety protocols are followed.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise installation activities (conveyor systems, racking, mezzanines, sortation equipment, etc.).
• Work closely with project management to review schedules, resolve field issues, and forecast needs.
• Conduct site walks, quality control checks, and punch list completion.
• Hold daily pre-task planning meetings and regular safety toolbox talks.
• Maintain detailed daily field reports, logs, and project documentation.
• Communicate effectively with owners, vendors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Monitor labor productivity and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor, train, and develop field crews and foremen.
• Assist with project start-up and close-out tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a superintendent, foreman, or leadership role in material handling, industrial construction, or similar field.
• Strong knowledge of material handling systems, conveyor installation, racking systems, and construction practices.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and project schedules.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain quickly).
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Proficiency with basic technology tools (email, scheduling software, reporting apps).
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.

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