Job Summary:
In collaboration with other Field Leadership and under the supervision of the Department Manager, this position will be primarily responsible for overseeing operations, Strategic planning, and personnel management of field staff within the hydronics trades (Mechanical Piping), and coordinating fabrication for the assigned Project(s).
Market Experience:
Extensive market experience and technical knowledge in Mechanical Piping systems. Proven experience on large commercial and industrial projects, including:
Semi-Conductors
Data Centers
Healthcare facilities
High-rise buildings
Industrial plants
Central utility plants (CUPs)
Institutional facilities (universities, airports, government buildings)
Experience managing mechanical piping scopes ranging from $5M-$150M+, with the ability to lead field crews of 20-150+ pipefitters, welders, and subcontractors.
Strong understanding of mission-critical and complex project environments, including data centers, Central Utility Plants, healthcare, industrial/process facilities, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing projects, with direct experience supporting fabrication operations, shop production teams, and prefabrication programs while ensuring quality, productivity, safety, and schedule performance across all phases of fabrication and field installation.
Supervises:
General Forepersons, Forepersons, Journeypersons, Apprentices, Tradespersons, and Trainees.
Lead and oversee all hydronics 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
Participation in project kick-off, mid-job and wrap-up meetings
Attend jobsite meetings and provide input to the GC and PM
Review project documents to determine the proper staffing requirements
Set goals and expectations for field personnel and detailers. Drive the job!
Continuous evaluation of all personnel to ensure performance is at the highest level
Approach project with shop fabrication and pre-fabrication assemblies in mind
Monitor and advise on quality control measures to ensure high-quality output at or above industry standards
Schedule/coordinate all labor and site activities to ensure project expectations are met and executed with a high level of productivity, quality and safety.
Schedule and coordinate all material deliveries with the project detailing team, shop fabrications Managers and third-party vendors.
Review and track project labor budgets
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
Coordinate and assist with problem solving strategies with the Project Manager when issues arise.
Order tools and equipment required to complete the project
Verify equipment prior to delivery/rig day
Coordinate with other ACCO departments, vendors and both internal and external subcontractors
Schedule and coordinate inspections
Process required project documents and put into proper box folders
Strong understanding of the Local Unions Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
Other tasks and duties as assigned by the Department Manager or upper Management
Strategic Planning
Understand and support the project(s) strategic plan and goals
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 leaders (succession planning) to meet current and future business needs and avoid any gaps in strong leadership
Coordinate labor requests and reductions with the local union labor halls
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 the assigned project(s) regarding
Constructability
Resource availability
Labor budgets
Project execution opportunities
Potential project challenges
Collaborate with other field supervisors 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: MSuite BimPro
Fabrication: MSuite FabPro
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 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 other 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 the 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 problems in support of personnel, 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. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.
Travel Requirements:
0 - 50% of the time to and from the primary project site to regional offices and facilities or other assigned project sites.
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.)
The employee may regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.
The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
The employee is regularly required to walk and sit.
This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.
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