Senior Superintendent

Job Description

Group14 is pioneering the silicon battery era to help meet the surging global demand for energy. Between our headquarters and factories in Washington State, our silane factory in Germany, and the joint venture factory in South Korea, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational performance.

Our advanced silicon battery material, SCC55™, replaces the graphite traditionally used in rechargeable batteries, unlocking radical performance benefits for applications from AI-enabled smartphones and data centers to EVs and eVTOLs. As the world’s leading commercial manufacturer of advanced silicon battery materials, Group14 is strengthening the global battery supply chain with a growing network of factories worldwide.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. Our team and everyone at our company is committed to cultivating a more sustainably powered world with solutions for today, not years from now.

Group14 Technologies is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Superintendent to lead and manage construction projects from start to finish. This role will involve leading a team of Assistant Superintendents, overseeing daily operations, coordinating with subcontractors and vendors, ensuring project timelines and budgets are met, and upholding safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex construction projects and leading teams effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the construction project, including planning, execution, and completion. Ensure work is performed according to the project schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards.
• Lead a team of 3 Assistant Superintendents; providing leadership, training, and mentorship to staff to ensure high productivity and work quality.
• Manage and make decisions related to the performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control.
• Assist with managing the overall site safety program and ensuring subcontractor and vendor compliance with all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Working with trades on coordination and sequencing effort for mechanical and electrical systems, equipment and piping layouts utilizing drawing sets and 3D models.
• Review various building system trades installation progress for compliance with drawings, specifications, quality and schedule.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and labor to ensure timely and efficient project execution. Work closely with the procurement team to ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Provide regular updates on the status of the project, identifying risks or delays and working to mitigate them.
• Develop and execute project plans for a capital project within the context of the overall capital program, including defining project scope, schedule and budget
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including daily logs, reports, and records of inspections, safety audits, and compliance checks. Provide regular project status updates to senior management.
• Use common project management tools such as Earned Value Management to forecast, identify and address project risks and opportunities as well as manage change over the project’s lifecycle.
• Oversee general execution of specific projects within the capital program.
• Identify and mitigate risks and opportunities to ensure project success.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong understanding of Electrical and Mechanical Systems.
• 10+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• 7+ years in construction or project management with a proven track record of leading large-scale projects.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and specifications
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and methods.
• Experience building out and leading teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Desire and ability to collaborate and work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance.
• Willingness to travel to project locations both within and outside of the US.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE

• Experience with capital projects in the battery materials or other chemical process industries.
• Experience with project scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, etc.)
• Experience with Project Management Information Systems (PMISs, e.g., Kahua, PM Web, Facility Grid, etc.)

The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 - $150,000. All positions come with a bonus plan and company stock options. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision: 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents) with an HSA-eligible plan option for Medical
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD and D Insurance (100% Employer Paid)
• Option to purchase additional Life and AD and D Insurance (with guaranteed issue) and Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance coverages for you and dependents at affordable rates
• Discounted rates on Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth options and Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays
• Stock Options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. Being a diverse and inclusive company isn’t just something we strive for, it's who we are and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you belong and that Group14 is the kind of workplace where you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to thrive in your career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

If you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email: [email protected]. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.

Group14 is committed to a safe and productive work environment. As part of our hiring process, we conduct pre-employment drug screenings for substances in accordance with state and federal regulations. Please note that our pre-employment drug screening process does not include testing for THC.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS

Group14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.

Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.