Superintendent

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

The Superintendent works with Sales and Operations to perform site surveys and interact with customers. The role assists in planning, coordinating, and directing processes involved in maintaining structures, facilities, or systems, and may oversee job-site organization, labor and materials scheduling, and implementation of customer and MEI-specific procedures. The Superintendent manages job-site activities for rigging, installation, and crating crews; coordinates schedules and project resources; monitors costs and progress; and ensures plans adhere to contract specifications. The role provides work direction to project-supporting personnel and communicates with customers, contractors, designers, owners, vendors, and subcontractors regarding project scope, costs, staffing, and schedules. Assignments can vary in length and complexity and are generally not permanent. The position is physical, hands-on work in settings that may be outdoors or non-temperature-controlled, in varied weather and over uneven terrain. The Superintendent must be able to work at heights and around moving machinery, and to handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma; continuing education in business, project management, construction management, or a related field is a plus.
Minimum stated operations-management experience: the posting says “Minimum ten (4) years”; the number is ambiguous as written.
Proven operations management experience or comparable field experience, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or the rigging industry.
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 non-temperature-controlled environments, outdoors in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain.
Ability to work effectively in a high-functioning team environment and communicate openly.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education in Business, Project or Construction Management, or a related degree.
Experience in construction, manufacturing, or the rigging industry.

Responsibilities

Serve as the daily customer contact, attend status and scheduling meetings, address quality matters, and resolve concerns or issues.
Conduct site visits and job walks to gather information and relay it to Sales or Sales Administration for quote preparation.
Develop, plan, and implement rigging crew schedules in alignment with customer direction.
Work with the Operations Manager and workforce to meet 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 on investigations and reporting related to 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 and manage project information to ensure it is accurate and complete.
Participate, as needed, in selecting rigging and installation assets and 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.
Represent MEI’s mission, vision, and values through professional conduct.
Work with the Regional Office General Manager to investigate and address customer complaints, develop solutions, prepare reports, and make recommendations.
Assist the Regional Office General Manager with job walks and customer bids or estimates as needed.
Develop professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, networking, and professional societies; stay informed about industry and market trends.
Review plans and technical documents, answer questions about project scope and timing, and monitor project costs and progress.
Assist with cost estimates or tentative schedules as needed.
Plan, administer, and complete assigned projects that may span facilities, operations, or administration.
Provide work direction to people supporting a project.
Communicate with contractors, designers, and owners about project costs, staffing, and scheduling.
Prepare project status reports and help ensure plans comply with contract specifications.
Manage all job-site activities of rigging, installation, and crating crews.
Maintain safety awareness, contribute to a high-functioning team, demonstrate honesty and integrity, and deliver the quality of service expected by MEI customers.