General Superintendent - Federal Programs

TEPA Companies•San Antonio, TX

12d•Remote

About The Position

The Tepa Companies are seeking a General Superintendent to support Project Managers by scheduling field management personnel and providing technical assistance and direction for complex project tasks. The role supervises Federal project field management personnel and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems. This remote and traveling position supports Tepa's Industrial Services Division and requires frequent travel to project sites. The General Superintendent provides field leadership, supports employee development, helps ensure work is completed safely and to quality expectations, and coordinates with project teams, clients, and government stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction or engineering practice plus 4 years of progressive site/project management experience, or a high school diploma or GED plus 8 years of progressive site/project management experience.
5 years of experience in DoD fueling systems repair, maintenance, or construction.
Experience and understanding of construction site quality control.
Petroleum tank and piping construction and repair experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, as necessary to perform job responsibilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and write technical documents.
Ability to read technical drawings.
Knowledge of American Society of Mechanical Engineering welding codes, API 570/650/653 standards, and DoD Unified Facilities Guide Specifications and Unified Facilities Criteria requirements.
Knowledge of OSHA and USACE EM 385-1-1 policies as they pertain to construction projects.
Ability to tightly control and manage project schedules, scopes of work, contract changes, internal staff resources, and subcontractors.
Strong interpersonal, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage concurrent responsibilities effectively to meet multiple project deadlines.
Must pass a drug screen and background check in compliance with federal regulation.
Must pass a background check required to access US military installations.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision of Project Field Managers.
Coordinate and manage the orientation period for new field supervisors.
Identify employee training requirements and support continuous improvement.
Assess employee talents against role expectations and facilitate development of future managers.
Support phase-specific employee development through training and mentoring.
Conduct employee evaluations, identifying contributions and improvement opportunities, setting goals, and reinforcing company expectations.
Serve as a company liaison on job sites and interact professionally with owners, consulting engineers, inspectors, and government agencies to help ensure work meets specifications.
Coordinate internally with peers, project management, safety, accounting, payroll, shipping, purchasing, and engineering to help deliver work according to schedule and budget.
Initiate, implement, delegate, and monitor projects involving construction methods and processes to improve quality, productivity, and safety.
Support the company's strategic plan, goals, and ideas, and communicate company core values through leadership and example.
Ensure safety policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA guidelines are followed.
Assist with training employees in task performance and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Work with Project Managers, safety and quality managers, and field crews to ensure high-quality work is completed safely and efficiently.
Enforce company expectations regarding safety, quality, attendance, attitude, effort, employee relations, and responsibility for self and others.
Oversee or assist with complex projects as needed.
Ensure accountability for assigned tasks and projects through active involvement with Project Field Managers.
Help ensure adequate planning and preparation for quality work to be completed safely and efficiently.
Coordinate with Site Superintendents and project management regarding shipping requirements.
Inspect work in progress to verify that workmanship conforms to drawings, specifications, company standards and procedures, and quality expectations.
Travel between project sites and other business locations, including overnight and out-of-town travel, as required to support projects and operational needs.