Facility Operations Construction Supervisor

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The City of Charlotte is seeking a Construction Supervisor in the Facility Operations Division of the Department of General Services. The role directs and supervises field staff, including carpentry and locksmithing staff, in maintaining City facilities and provides project management for building improvement projects and other programs. Work focuses on general maintenance, renovations, door hardware, safety, gate maintenance, and access control. It involves considerable discretion and independent judgment in directing activities and managing projects, as well as supervising subordinate supervisors and labor and trade staff. The position plans, evaluates, and manages renovations and repairs to City properties; coordinates with designers, contractors, and field staff; maintains mechanical key systems and electronic access control; and performs door and lock repairs while training subordinates. The supervisor also participates in Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings, conducts inspections of existing and under-construction facilities, and manages service requests and work orders to ensure preventive maintenance is completed. The role requires a current driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to obtain and maintain a City driving permit. Some after-hours and weekend emergency work may be required during snow and ice events, critical facility shutdowns, civil unrest, and other extraordinary events. The City conducts background checks, and final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical examination. Candidates may also be asked to take a skills test or participate in other assessments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Seven years of construction experience.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, and documents.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent coordination and project management skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work.
Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision.
Good driving record and current driver’s license; ability to receive and maintain a City driving permit.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Regularly lift up to 50 pounds, frequently lift up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift more than 100 pounds.
Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Availability for some after-hours and weekend emergency work as needed.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree in construction management.
Five years of construction experience.
North Carolina Locksmith license.
North Carolina State General Contractor’s license.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise field staff, including carpentry and locksmithing staff, in maintaining City facilities.
Provide project management for building improvement projects and other programs.
Plan, evaluate, and manage renovations and repairs to City properties.
Coordinate repair and improvement projects with designers, contractors, and field staff.
Develop and maintain mechanical key systems and electronic access control.
Repair doors and locks without supervision and train subordinates.
Attend Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings and provide feedback during new construction projects.
Conduct on-site inspections of existing facilities and facilities under construction.
Manage service requests, assign work orders, and ensure preventive maintenance is completed.
Hire, train, and manage direct reports, and complete their performance reviews.
Perform other duties as assigned.