Industrial Construction Manager

McGough•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Industrial Construction Manager oversees Senior Superintendents, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and their projects. The role ensures that Superintendents meet project goals and manage field operations. It includes involvement throughout pre-construction and construction, management and development of field staff, strategy and process improvement, and collaboration with project teams, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders. The position requires regular travel and occasional visits to construction jobsites.

Requirements

High school diploma.
15–20 years of construction-related experience.
5–8 years of experience as a Senior Superintendent or Construction Manager.
Experience overseeing multiple Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents.
Experience adjusting field labor from one project to another.
Extensive experience in employee development, including mentoring Superintendents and Assistants through internal and external training programs.
Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement.
Current OSHA 30 certification.
Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, innovative and forward-thinking approach.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Proficiency with Outlook, Excel, Word, Procore or equivalent, and Bluebeam or equivalent software.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
Personal integrity and ability to keep confidences.
Ability to approach interactions as opportunities to add value and strengthen relationships.
Willingness to travel regularly.
Ability to sit for extended periods at a workstation, in meetings, and while traveling by plane or car.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects.
Dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly and distinguish colors on graphs and charts.
Ability to occasionally visit jobsites, which may involve dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability to communicate in Spanish and English.
Two- or four-year degree in a construction-related field.
20–25 years of field-related experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in pre-construction pursuits, proposals, interviews, site logistics, scheduling, safety planning, subcontractor selection, and pre-job walkthroughs.
Ensure project budget alignment for labor, materials, and equipment, and work with the Project Management team to address issues and assess cost projections and expenditures.
Manage and oversee field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers on assigned projects.
Review Superintendents’ weekly work plans, schedule updates, and logistics.
Develop, manage, and implement project schedules, adjusting them as necessary in coordination with Project Management.
Monitor work quality to ensure it meets company and industry standards.
Resolve onsite problems and conflicts, including scheduling delays and labor disputes, to minimize disruptions.
Monitor and track project expenses to keep projects within budget, including overall site labor, materials, and equipment budgets.
Work with the Quality Control team to meet project-specific requirements and oversee Superintendents’ management of site-specific quality control plans.
Ensure onsite documentation, including drawings, logs, and inspection books, is current, and assist with as-built drawings.
Lead onsite Lean methodologies, standard work, and pull-plan sessions.
Promote jobsite safety through safety meetings and orientations, and ensure OSHA and other required rules and regulations are met.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Support and follow standard work and participate in implementing Lean practices and a continuous improvement culture.
Participate in hiring and selection, onboard and train new hires, identify skill gaps, and plan employee development.
Manage and guide team members through regular one-on-ones, performance assessment, feedback, annual reviews, improvement plans, and recognition.
Communicate company policies and philosophy, promote clear team communication, and align department strategies and goals with company objectives.
Promote ethical decision-making, handle conflicts and disciplinary actions according to company guidelines, and maintain a safe and inclusive work environment.
Set team objectives and goals and mentor team members.
Maintain knowledge of construction industry trends and continually assess additional construction opportunities.
Coordinate and manage the development or improvement of construction processes and manage relationships with external partners.
Participate as an active member of the Industrial team, contribute to shared goals, and collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned.