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Position Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing and leading the commissioning process at the project site, including ensuring required documentation of tests, final inspections and owner training is completed successfully. 

Position Details

• Oversees commissioning process at the project site. Oversees and submits required documentation of tests and final inspections to secure acceptance of installed systems and ensures owner training.
• ​​Coordinates equipment startup dates and schedules with vendors as required.
• ​​Partners with QA to ensure systems and equipment will be ready for startup and commissioning.
• ​​Schedules and attends commissioning meetings and works with Manager to resolve issues.
• Monitors team and validates project work to ensure all work is included in contract documents. Oversees QA Coordinator to ensure inspections and reports are timely.
• Administers BIM 360 Field and ensures team is utilizing BIM 360 field tool update startup and commissioning items and communicating to applicable management.
• Provides training to project crew as needed.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction or related field preferred or applicable experience
• ​5+ years relevant experience, including managing people
• ​Field Foreman experience required
• ​Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• ​Excellent attention to detail
• ​Ability to coordinate projects
• ​Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize
• ​Excellent attention to detail
• ​Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite—Word, Excel and Outlook required
• ​Excellent working knowledge of HVAC and control systems required
• ​General construction project work-flow knowledge
• ​Ability to motivate and lead employees
• ​Excellent knowledge of BIM 360 Field tool​

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).