Superintendent - Material Handling

BL Harbert International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BL Harbert International Southeast USA is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations for our Material Handling Division, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The role requires supervising crews and subcontractors, coordinating with project management, and driving installation work on conveyor and rack systems while upholding our high-quality standards.

Travel to project sites will be required as needed, with a strong safety culture,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in superintendent/leadership roles in material handling or industrial construction.
• Strong knowledge of material handling systems and conveyors.
• Ability to read blueprints and project schedules.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain quickly.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.
• Proficiency with basic technology tools (email, scheduling, reporting).
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on material handling projects.
• Manage crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials.
• Enforce a strong safety culture and protocols.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise installation activities.
• Coordinate with project management to review schedules and forecasts.
• Conduct site walks, QC checks, and punch list completion.
• Hold daily pre-task planning meetings and safety toolbox talks.
• Maintain daily field reports, logs, and documentation.
• Communicate with owners, vendors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Monitor labor productivity and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop field crews and foremen.
• Assist with startup and close-out tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Field Operations

Safety Management

Blueprint Reading

Communication

Travel Ready

Job description

Various - Southeast USA
Various Locations Southeast, AL, USA

Description

Position 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.

Key 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.

Loyal

: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Growth Opportunities

: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self‑Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

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