General Job Description:
In collaboration with other Area Superintendents and under the supervision of the Department Manager, this position will be primarily responsible for the oversight of the operations, strategic planning and personnel management of our General Forepersons and Forepersons within the sheet metal trade of the assigned area.
Supervises:
General Forepersons, Forepersons
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee all sheet metal field activities to ensure standards and productivity are met in an effort to achieve company goals
Operations
Assist direct reports with
Resource management
Proper team selection including assignment of Forepersons
Project execution strategies and scheduling
Weekly project progress, health and safety reports
Help to provide resolution of issues, challenges and obstacles
Execution of QA/QC protocols
Implementation of Safety Department's protocols
Implementation of corporate policies and procedures
Planning for successful project installation
Job Walks (with/for PM's)
Attend pre-bid & post-bid interviews
Review bid estimates
Participation in project kick-off, mid-job and wrap-up meetings
Review project documents to determine the proper staffing requirements
Assignment of field supervision and labor to projects
Movement/transfer of employees between General Forepersons and Forepersons
Continuous evaluation of all personnel to ensure performance is at the highest level
Monitor and advise on quality control measures to ensure high-quality output at or above industry standards
Evaluate and advise on means and methods of continuous improvement to increase efficiency and meet project goals
Review and track project labor budgets
Fill any project need gaps until job is assigned a field supervisor
Engage with labor relations representatives to create and foster meaningful, long-term relationships that support company goals including defending and resolving labor disputes
Knowledge of current building and mechanical code
Encourage communication between the assigned project supervision and the associated PM/PE. Coordinate and assist with problem solving strategies with the PM and assigned supervision when issues rise beyond the scope or understanding/capability of the project supervision assigned.
Mentor General Forepersons and Forepersons to be elite leaders
Assist Director in departmental budgets, financial planning and fleet management as needed
Other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and/or upper management
Strategic Planning
Understand and support the strategic plan and corporate vision
Ensure adoption and implementation of standard processes and procedures to achieve high level quality, productivity and efficiency across field operations
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with construction operations (ie: installations, materials, equipment, personnel)
Ensure safety measures are up-to-date and communicated effectively to all field personnel in an effort to mitigate risk and reduce liability
Personnel Management
Adhere to and promote company policies
Instill a culture of accountability, integrity, ethics, and respect within the department
Mentor, train and develop top performing supervisors (succession planning) to meet current and future business needs and avoid any gaps in strong leadership
Coordinate labor requests with the local union labor halls
Responsible for all hiring and termination of union sheet metal staff within the assigned area
Collaboration
Create and foster collaborative relationships among leadership teams across varying departments and locations
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects to meet company growth objectives
Work closely with Project Managers and PE's on bid strategies and current projects regarding
Constructability
Resource availability
Labor budgets
Project execution opportunities
Potential project challenges
Collaborate with regional superintendents and share experience to develop best practices, align processes, and leverage resources
Position Requirements:
(Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.)
Strong industry knowledge
Excellent leadership skills including honesty, integrity, patience, empathy, and a strong work ethic
Effective communicator at all levels of the business
Experience and deep understanding of the related trades (sheet metal, controls, air balance) and general fabrication practices
12+ years of experience in Construction leading projects
Member of the local sheet metal union in good standing
Experience with the various business and corporate software technologies ACCO currently utilizes
MS Office: Word, Excel, Project
Google Workspace: Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Forms
Others: Adobe, ProCore, Bluebeam, Box
Proficient in English.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Skilled in reading and interpreting plans and specifications
Knowledge of:
local quality, occupational safety, and health regulations for construction job sites
Additional Skills/Abilities Preferred, but Not Required:
Member/affiliate of local apprenticeship training programs
Degree or certification in construction management, engineering, or architecture
Experience in remote training software and technologies used within best-in-class organizations
Software experience:
CRM/PM Platforms: Bidtracer
Collaboration: Smartsheet, Slack, Revitzio, PlanGrid
Design/Detailing: Autodesk AEC Collection (Revit, AutoCAD, Assemble, Navisworks),
Spooling: Revit
CAD/CAM: E-volve,Trimble
Proficient in Spanish
ACCO Competencies:
Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
People Skills : Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people's strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand others perspectives.
Communication : Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.
Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Is able to take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Leads by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.
Physical Requirements:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Travel:
75-90% of the time to and from the primary office to job sites and regional branch offices.
Wages:
This position is for signatory employees and wages will be aligned with the current Collective Bargaining Agreements.
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