Construction Site Supervisor - HS

Hog Slat, Inc. is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to supervise the new construction, retrofitting and remodeling of Swine and Poultry barns in the Southeastern US based out of Newton Grove, NC.

Hog Slat is the world’s largest provider of production solutions for today’s poultry and hog producers. Our sales team works with local poultry producers to sell turn-key, retrofit, and remodel barn construction projects. As Site Supervisor, you will be responsible for sourcing qualified contractors and subcontractors for these projects. Additionally, you will be required to stay abreast of subcontractors’ day-to-day activities and ensure that their work meets Hog Slat’s expectations for quality and timeliness. You will work not only with our sales staff to coordinate the projects but also with our distribution team to ensure delivery schedules for construction materials are met and don’t slow down construction.

General experience in concrete, plumbing, electrical and wood frame construction is required. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the construction of modern hog or poultry barns. Applicants must have a good driving record. We offer a competitive salary, a full range of benefits, and a stimulating, challenging environment, and growth potential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other functions may be assigned as business conditions change.

• Promote and Enforce Hog Slat’s Company and Construction Safety Culture and Policies
• Understand Site-Specific Biosecurity requirements and ensure all project stakeholder adhere to these requirements
• Effectively communicate with Construction Manager, Salesman, & Customer throughout projects
• Source experienced and professional contractors and sub-contractors for construction
• Onsite Field Supervision of Sub-Contractors and Equipment Installers Assigned to Projects
• Manage Inventory Control of Jobsite Material: Schedule Material Deliveries, Receive Material, Count for Accuracy, Strategically Stage Onsite for sub-contractors; Notify of any discrepancies
• Formulate a job schedule and work with crews and suppliers to stay on or ahead of schedule
• Maintain Sub-Contractor Contracts, Pay Schedule Draws, and insurance to ensure Subs are properly insured in accordance with Hog Slat Requirements and paid accurately and timely
• Monitor and Maintain High Quality of Work – strive for the Hog Slat/Georgia Poultry Team to be best in the industry
• Maintain a High Level of Communication with all parties involved in each project
• Manage Essential Job Paperwork to ensure proper completion and storage including, but not limited to: Daily Reports, Material Inventory Sign-off, Punch Lists, Safety Checklists, Completion Checklists, Product Returns, Provide Equipment Installation guides and layouts to install crews and any training certifications etc.
• Troubleshoot and provide technical support as project-related problems arise, communicate with job stakeholders and quickly mediate and follow-up until issues are resolved to ensure animal safety and livability is priority
• Establish and ensure Customer Satisfaction of schedule and quality
• Ensure all equipment is installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations/installation guides and commission the equipment/barns for proper operation before turnover to customer.
• Create and manage work completion and punch lists
• Ensure project is built and/or equipped per plans and specifications
• Troubleshoot installation/other problems as they arise and quickly remedy with sub-contractors
• Keep job site clean, safe, and organized
• Must have dependable personal truck for picking-up or moving materials
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

The ideal candidate will have the following experience/educational background:

• 5 years of successful site project management experience (preferably in hog equipment installation/barn construction)
• Excellent knowledge of all phase of commercial construction
• Experience in construction scheduling, field supervision, and quality control of construction projects
• Ability to organize and inspire sub-contractors to exceptional performance
• Knowledge of the modern hog and poultry industry is preferred
• Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record for liability and insurance purposes
• Ability to pick-up and move up to 50 pounds
  
  
  

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

The most qualified candidate will have the following personal characteristics:

• Team Oriented
• Hardworking
• Flexible
• Self-Directed
• Completes projects within a specified time period
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent organizational & Communication skills
  
  
  

Hog Slat Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age disability, veteran status or any other reason prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.