Construction Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction activities for kiln installation, rebuilds, and maintenance projects.
• Cook with engineering, project management, and production teams to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, P&IDs, and construction specifications.
• Oversee installation of: refractory brick and insulation systems, steel structures and supports, combustion systems and burners, mechanical and electrical components, ductwork, piping, and ventilation systems.
• Monitor subcontractors and field crews for productivity, workmanship, and safety compliance.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Schedule labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and enforce all safety procedures and site regulations.
• Participate in project planning meetings, progress reporting, and jobsite coordination.
• Troubleshoot construction and installation issues in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, job logs, and documentation.
• Assist with commissioning and startup activities for kiln systems.
• Support preventive maintenance and shutdown activities at customer facilities as required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial construction supervision experience.
• Experience in ceramic manufacturing, refractory construction, furnace/kiln systems, or thermal processing equipment strongly preferred.