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Position Summary

The Project Superintendent shall be responsible for leading field labor efforts and initiatives for our Mid-Atlantic Engineering & Construction Division projects.  Our Project Superintendent will lead by focusing on people & safety first. This role requires the individual to influence and work with various stakeholders at all levels of project delivering, including but not limited to Southland operations and design teams, sub-contractors, safety personnel, and end-user clients. This role will report to the Division Construction Manager.

Position Details

• Oversee, manage and mentor General Foreman and subcontractors.
• Help create construction schedules, perform regular updates, monitor logic relationships, and insert new activities and impacts.
• Assist in scheduling shop work, subcontractors, site deliveries, equipment selections, and material selections.
• Coordinate jobsite logistics and maintain relationships with associated trades.
• Negotiate with authorities having jurisdiction to achieve project turnover milestones.
• Lead Southland’s Injury-Free Safety Program in conjunction with our Safety Manager.
• Coordinate subcontractor work scopes, scheduling, and resource-loading in conjunction with Southland’s project management team.
• Foster the development of foreman to grow into future General Foreman and Superintendents.
• Professionally represent Southland’s Field Operations as primary interface with Owner and Design Team.
• Work hand in hand with Project Management to create a unified Project Team.

Qualifications 

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Superintendent or trade General Foreman, within Southland’s Core Market projects.
• A current or past member of a UA piping trade or SMART Union member is preferred.
• General Contracting experience with strong understanding of pipe fitting, plumbing, sheet metal and fire protection is also welcomed.
• A strong work ethic with a proactive attitude.
• A strong understanding of start-up and commissioning is desirable
• Detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines and budgets.
• Be a self-starter that provides positive leadership for all elements of the project.
• Excellent listening skills and have strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex trade related issues.
• Effective participation in team environment.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Email.
• Must be knowledgeable about lean construction and pull planning/tack planning.
• Work in an environment where people, integrity, collaboration, accountability, safety and innovation are embraced.

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.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

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).