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Location: Shelburne, Vermont

Department: Engineering / Operations

Reports To: Engineering Manager/ Operations Leadership

Role Overview

Atlas Gunworks operates in a tight-tolerance, precision manufacturing environment where design intent must translate flawlessly into repeatable production execution.

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer owns the development, validation, and optimization of manufacturing processes across machining, assembly, and finishing operations. This role drives fixture strategy, process capability, documentation rigor, and continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact throughput, cost, and product quality.

This is a hands-on, floor-integrated engineering role requiring deep technical manufacturing experience, not theoretical engineering exposure.

Core Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Development

• Design, build, and validate end-to-end manufacturing processes

• Establish process routing, sequence optimization, and production flow

• Develop machining and assembly strategies aligned to tight tolerances

• Monitor process stability and implement corrective improvements

Fixture & Workholding Engineering

• Design and implement precision fixtures and workholding solutions

• Improve repeatability, setup reduction, and cycle efficiency

• Collaborate with CNC programmers and machinists on tooling strategies

• Validate fixture performance through production trials

Technical Documentation & Work Instructions

• Create detailed work instructions and visual standard work

• Define tooling, consumables, and machine requirements

• Maintain engineering documentation and revision control

• Support controlled document release and change management processes

CAD, Modeling & Drawing Management

• Develop 3D models for fixtures, tooling, and process aids

• Update engineering drawings and manufacturing prints

• Apply GD&T principles for manufacturability and inspection alignment

• Support tolerance stack-up analysis

Additive & Laser Technology Integration

• Utilize 3D printing for rapid prototyping and fixture development

• Support laser marking / engraving process development

• Identify additive manufacturing applications for efficiency gains

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead cost, scrap, and cycle-time reduction initiatives

• Drive OPEX and Lean manufacturing projects

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

• Support lights-out machining and automation initiatives

Cross-Functional Execution

• Partner with Design Engineering, Quality, and Production teams

• Support NPI launches and process readiness

• Manage engineering task execution within dynamic production schedules

• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and technicians

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience

• Direct experience in tight-tolerance machining environments

• Fixture and workholding design expertise

• Strong GD&T application knowledge

• Experience creating work instructions and process documentation

• Hands-on metals manufacturing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Firearms, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing exposure

• Additive manufacturing / 3D printing experience

• Laser marking / laser engraving process knowledge

• CAM programming familiarity

• Automation integration exposure

• Lean / Six Sigma certification

Success Profile

The right candidate:

• Understands machining physics, not just engineering theory

• Designs processes that scale, not just function once

• Is equally effective in CAD and on the shop floor

• Identifies waste and eliminates it structurally

• Operates with ownership in high-accountability environments

We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.

As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.

Position Interfaces:

This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
• Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
• Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
• Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
• Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
• Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
• People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
• People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
• Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
• Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
• Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
• Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
• Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
• Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
• Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
• Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
• Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
• Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
• Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
• Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
• Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
• As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.

Competencies and Requirements:

• Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
• Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
• Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
• 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
• 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
• Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
• Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
• Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
• Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
• Increase in sales and gross margin dollars

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

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Company Background

Hayward Tyler, Inc. is a fabrication and engineered solutions company primarily engaged in serving the commercial nuclear power market. We design and manufacture OEM replacement parts, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, strainers, pumps, valves, structural supports and many other products. Offering both build to print and engineered to order integrated solutions, we have the highest level of certifications in the field including ASME code N, NPT, NS, NA, U, and NBIC R and NR.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Director, the Quality Assurance Supervisor has day-to-day responsibility over the Hayward Tyler, Inc.’s [Nuclear] Quality Program that includes execution of our processes and procedures that define the way we meet the requirements of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), ASME B&PV Code, and US Law to ensure our products and services meet the most stringent quality expectations of our customers. This important role is also responsible for the oversight of the output and training of the Quality Control Inspection team. The Quality Assurance Supervisor can also be part of increasing efficiency of HTI through continuous improvement.

Functional Goals

• Facilitation of the HTI Quality Program.

• Successful completion of audits from regulators, certifying organizations, and customers.

• Participates in vendor audits/surveys as required.

• Witnessing vendor activities as required.

• Qualification of Quality Control inspectors.

• Qualification of Quality Assurance personnel.

• Functions as an Authorized Nuclear Inspector interface with the company.

• Along with the Quality Assurance Director, the supervisor reviews the applicable ASME B&PV Code Sections and can make suggestions for changes to the QA Manual for future implementation and improvements as necessary.

• Reports on a regular basis to the Quality Assurance Director on the status and adequacy of the QA program.

• Strives for department deliverables to be right first time.

• A champion for building Quality into all aspects of the business.

• Provides back-up to Quality Assurance Director on all key functions.

Principal Duties

Site Leadership

The Quality Assurance Supervisor serves as the primary Quality contact at the Vermont site, working closely with cross-functional teams, while reporting to the Quality Assurance Director at Hayward Tyler, Inc. in Vermont. This position oversees all QA activity at the Vermont facility, and ensures compliance with company quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Keep management informed of the status of QA issues impacting production, personnel, and product deployment.

Quality Activities

This position leads the Quality department at Hayward Tyler and is responsible for all Quality activities. Quality functions break down into three main areas:

• Quality Assurance

Works with the QA Director to develop and maintain the Quality Program, including the Quality Manual, Policies, Procedures, and Processes to adhere to the requirements of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, and US Law. Ensures that quality requirements for contracts are properly converted to internal actionable items, and that the ASL and vendor qualifications are audited to meet our stringent requirements. Responsible for maintaining the qualification and certification of inspectors, internal/external auditors, nondestructive examiners and welders.

• Quality Control

Responsible for the review, the control, and to assure the product and the processes for quality are followed in accordance with our program. This includes contract and supplier purchase order review, material control, calibration, product inspection, destructive and non-destructive testing, and ASME B&PV Code activities.

• Quality Improvement

Responsible for working with the QAD to drive down the cost of quality from both internally and externally manufactured products and services. Major focus is internally generated errors and warranty costs. Responsible for driving a “right the first time” culture.

The Quality Assurance Supervisor also participates in the efforts to recruit, train, review, and mentor the Quality staff. They also may represent Hayward Tyler and its commitment to Nuclear Quality on ASME Committees, NIAC and other nuclear industry organizations and events.

Minimum Qualifications:

• AS in Engineering or equivalent job experience (2 plus years in technical position)

• Work experience in a Quality Assurance role in the commercial nuclear industry preferred.

• Commercial Nuclear audit experience required with Lead Auditor qualification preferred.

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, or Auditor is a plus.

• Fundamental understanding of the audit process including types of audits, planning, preparation, execution, reporting results and follow-up.

• Capability to learn and develop NDE experience from the organization.

• ASME B&PV Code experience in Section III and/or Section VIII preferred.

• Developed understanding of problem-solving and quality improvement tools and techniques. This includes knowledge of planning tools, quality tools, preventive and corrective actions, and how to overcome barriers to quality improvements.

• Fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, principles, systems, methods, tools, standards, organizational and team dynamics, customer expectations and satisfaction, supplier relations and performance, leadership, training, interpersonal relationships, improvement systems and professional ethics.

• Fundamental understanding of a quality system and its development, documentation and implementation to domestic and international standards or requirements.

• Ensures that work/escalated issues are addressed and completed in a timely manner and that delays and revised time frames are communicated.

• Ability to read & interpret ASME Code, engineering drawings, standards and specifications.

• Expected travel is up to 15% yearly.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet.

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Highly ethical, collaborative, detail oriented, organized and highly motivated.

• Other duties as required.

Summary

We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing, procurement, inventory control, and shipping/receiving operations within a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for developing supply chain strategies, strengthening supplier partnerships, and improving inventory and logistics processes to support production and operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that support quality and compliance requirements while reducing supply chain risk.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers.
• Track and report supply chain performance metrics and KPIs.
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery performance, and capacity.
• Evaluate internal and external factors that may impact supplier performance.
• Analyze inventory levels, material flow, and procedures to maintain accurate inventory control.
• Implement policies and processes that improve supply chain efficiency and operational compliance.
• Manage relationships with shipping carriers and transportation providers.
• Evaluate staffing needs related to material handling and shipping/receiving operations.
• Improve processes related to loading, unloading, material movement, and storage.
• Lead negotiations related to pricing, delivery schedules, and supplier terms.
• Support product development activities and manage material requirements within engineering change processes.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support operations.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities and supplier engagement.
• Manage daily workflows related to inventory control and shipping/receiving.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and address performance issues when necessary.

Required Skills

• Experience working with ERP and MRP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and logistics providers.
• Ability to understand technical manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Engineering background helpful but not required.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client

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Description

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Production Supervisor based in Brattleboro, VT.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for maximizing productivity and achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) by managing and directing filler and packaging employees on assigned shifts. Key duties include planning and overseeing daily tasks, resolving operational roadblocks and employee concerns, and strictly enforcing all safety and quality protocols, OSHA regulations, and company policies. This position drives operational excellence by adhering to Continuous Improvement (CI) processes and the Management Operating Structure (MOS), requiring collaboration with other departments. The role reports to the Production Manager, Filling & Packing.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 2pm to 10pm

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Provide direction, leadership, and development for direct reports, including training, coaching, performance management, and handling employee relations issues.
• Implement and enforce all safety programs and safe work practices, actively participating in plant safety initiatives.
• Meet production schedules, assure target yields and efficiencies are met, and evaluate/adjust work procedures to maximize productivity.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and recommend improvements to production methods and product quality.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with other supervisors and functions to optimize operations, resources, and department activities.
• Partner with the site leadership to achieve overarching goals for quality, productivity, efficiency, cost, customer service, and employee engagement.
• Oversee the daily activities and scheduling of assigned employees, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, and disciplinary action.
• Establish, instruct, and enforce proper procedures related to production efficiency, product quality, employee safety, and state/federal guidelines.
• Fulfill managerial responsibilities, including planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating tasks across the team.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Fill Pack and Material Handling employees, up to 20 employees in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Travel may be required occasionally.
• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project's needs
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, will be provided.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• High school's diploma is required. An associate's degree is preferred.
• Majors in Business, Food Science, Engineering or related fields are preferred.
• 2+ years of experience leading, mentoring, and/or delegating work to others in a manufacturing facility is required.
• Manage people in daily work by identifying potential and recruiting the best profiles, setting concrete and ambitious goals, delegating missions, motivating and developing a cohesive team in a changing environment.
• Ability to transmit and receive information clearly and communicate effectively with others by considering their points of view to respond appropriately. It includes using tact and diplomacy in all communications as well as the ability to convey ideas and information (adjusting style, tone, and level of details), both orally and in writing, in a way that all stakeholders/audience are engaged.
• Ability to manage the team's resources, achieve production targets, and meet needs.
• Ability to implement Good Manufacturing Practices by clearly defining written Work Instructions, Best Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures, that are in compliance with Health regulations and ensure effective Manufacturing techniques, Product Safety, and Product Quality.
• Ability to make the organization want to do or achieve a target. It implies a willingness to expend energy to achieve a goal or a reward.
• Ability to determine priorities and allocate time and resources effectively to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective with method and rigor.
• Provide a holistic and systematic perspective on strategic issues and leverage them to articulate and give a clear vision of the future.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

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Opportunity Description

Our client is a 1 billion dollar medical device manufacturing company. Innovation and technology along with highly accomplished leadership help them lead their industry. In Vermont there are two locations with two separate Quality Systems. This is a role for someone who wants to create the system, build the team and have ownership over quality.

Qualifications

• MS preferred, BS Engineering required
• 15+ years of Quality experience
• 10+ years of Quality leadership
• Expertise in ISO 13485 Systems
• ASQ CQE and CMQ is preferred
• Strengths in regulatory and compliance documentation

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Full-Time | Projects across New England & Upstate NY

Kingsbury Companies LLC is an award-winning heavy civil construction company with over 40 years of experience supporting critical infrastructure throughout New England and New York.

Our people drive our success. We invest in long-term careers, leadership development, and meaningful work.

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced, results-driven Project Managers to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex heavy civil construction projects. This role works closely with executive leadership, superintendents, safety, and preconstruction teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage heavy civil construction projects from award through closeout
• Lead and mentor project engineers, superintendents, and field staff
• Oversee budgets, schedules (CPM), forecasting, and change management
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations
• Prepare and present financial reports, cost projections, and project updates
• Support project closeout, documentation, and lessons learned

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of project leadership experience in construction
• Heavy civil experience preferred (water/wastewater, infrastructure, utilities, dams, renewable energy, large-scale civil)
• Strong cost control, scheduling, and contract management skills
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software (Procore, Primavera, MS Project or similar)
• Willingness to travel to project sites across New England and Upstate NY
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $100,000 – $140,000 per year
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

If you are looking for autonomy, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to help grow a regional heavy civil contractor, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or message us directly

Construction Superintendent - Central Vermont

Role Description

Under the direct supervision of the General Superintendent the Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day supervision, coordination, and quality control of subcontractors and craft personnel for multiple job site operations. Ensuring the safety and well-being of employees at project sites.

General Responsibilities

• Supervision and coordination of subcontractors, direct hire craftspeople and job site operations for job order contracts in accordance with Jewett’s Superintendent Manual

• Ability to review and provide input on project scope of work and development

• Assist with the establishment and maintenance of project schedules including start, progress, and completion schedules

• Completion of (3) three-week look ahead schedules weekly

• Responsible for scheduling and leadership of subcontractor weekly coordination meetings

• Control all job site operations for compliance with contract requirements, noise and dust control, non-interruption of Owner activities and utility shutdown procedures

• Provide daily safety awareness and inspections to ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel at the job sites

• Provide job site quality control checks to ensure the construction and materials are in accordance with project documents and Owner standards

• Preparation and submittal of accurate, detailed, electronic daily reports for the project and post reports in project management software, Procore

• Working with the Project Manager, to prepare agenda and hold job progress meetings with subcontractors to coordinate project progress with minutes distributed to all parties

• Responsible for scheduling all project activities in compliance with project schedule timelines

• Maintenance of punch list management and project closeout requirements

• Ensure compliance with Jewett’s Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) and all local requirements (OSHA)

• Responsible for notifying supervisor if a safety infraction is observed

• Maintenance of records for site personnel such as daily field reports, fields orders, RFIs, and daily project photos

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team based working environment

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of (5) five years’ experience or a minimum of (10) ten years related experience in the construction industry with a commercial or industrial general contractor

• OSHA 30 Safety Course Certification, Red Cross First Aid, and CPR Certification is preferred but not required

• Proficient with scheduling software, and CAE and CAD applications

• Ability to interpret and build according to drawings, specifications, and other documents

• Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods

• Proficient with MS Word and Excel

• Ability to read/write and communicate in English

• Ability to function well in very busy situations

• Responsible and reliable

• Positive attitude and work ethic.

• Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including but not limited to coworkers, supervisors, clients

• Ability to remember and understand verbal and written instructions

• Self-starter with a team player attitude, comfortable both taking initiative and working in collaboration

• Intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to learn and grow

• Proven leadership and excellence in professional, academic and/or extracurricular experiences

• Strong problem-solving abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to collaborate as part of a team

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship

• Ability to work off-hours including weekends as needed and directed by General Superintendent

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work & Travel

This is a full-time position and may frequently require long hours and weekend work. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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“Candidates with Bachelor’s degree and/or military experience preferred”