Superintendent Rayville, LA

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Rayville, LA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent works with Sales and Operations on site surveys and customer interactions, and assists with planning, coordinating, and directing processes for maintaining structures, facilities, or systems. The role may involve organizing job sites, scheduling labor and materials, and implementing customer- and MEI-specific procedures. The Superintendent manages job-site activities for rigging, installation, and crating crews and may plan and administer assigned projects across functional areas. Assignments vary in length and complexity and are generally not permanent. This is a night-shift position, Monday through Friday, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The work is physical and hands-on, with activity in non-temperature-controlled environments and outdoors in all types of weather. The role requires working at varying heights, around moving machinery or parts, and over uneven terrain. The Superintendent is expected to prioritize safety, support a high-functioning team, and demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, pride in work, open communication, and commitment to delivering quality customer service. MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma; continuing education in Business, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related degree is a plus.
At least 10 years of proven operations management experience or comparable field experience, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or rigging.
Excellent interpersonal, management, supervisory, and project management skills.
Highly self-directed and motivated.
Ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work off the ground at varying heights and around moving machinery or parts.
Willingness and ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment and/or outdoors in all types of weather, including over uneven ground or terrain.
Ability to work in a high-functioning team environment and maintain a strong focus on safety, honesty, integrity, professionalism, communication, and quality service.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education in Business, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related degree.
Operations management or comparable field experience in the construction, manufacturing, or rigging industry.

Responsibilities

Serve as the daily customer interface, attend status and scheduling meetings, address quality matters, and resolve customer concerns or issues.
Conduct site visits and job walks to gather information and relay it to Sales and Sales Administration for accurate quotes.
Develop, plan, and implement schedules for rigging crews in alignment with customer direction.
Work with the Operations Manager and workforce to meet operational goals for volume, cost, quality, safety, and schedule.
Participate in hiring, coaching, training, and performance management for rigging, crating, and installation crews.
Train and instruct crews in best practices and procedures, with an emphasis on safety.
Coordinate with safety personnel on safety training and investigations and reporting involving accidents, injuries, and equipment or property damage.
Help develop an effective safety culture among employees.
Work professionally and effectively with onsite subcontractors and vendors.
Organize project information and manage site projects to ensure records are accurate and complete.
May participate in selecting rigging and installation equipment.
Purchase and maintain day-to-day rigging and installation equipment and hand tools.
Participate in MEI leadership and management meetings.
Build effective relationships with customers, employees, business partners, and support staff through strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrate professional conduct consistent with MEI's mission, vision, and values.
Work with the Regional Office General Manager to investigate customer complaints, develop solutions, prepare reports, and make recommendations to management.
Participate with the Regional Office General Manager in job walks and help with customer bids and estimates as needed.
Develop professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, networking, and participation in professional societies.
Keep informed about industry and market information and trends.
Review plans and technical documents, answer questions about project scope or timing, and monitor costs and project progress.
May help develop cost estimates or tentative schedules.
Plan, administer, and complete assigned projects, which may span facilities, operations, or administration.
Provide work direction to individuals supporting a project.
Communicate with contractors, designers, and owners about project cost, staffing, and scheduling.
Prepare project status reports and help ensure plans adhere to contract specifications.
Manage all job-site activities of rigging, installation, and crating crews.