Construction Warehouse Manager

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States | Full-time

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Job Title: Construction Warehouse Manager 

Location: New Orleans, La 

Reports To: Woodward General Superintendent 

 

Position Summary: 

The Construction Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the company’s warehouse and leading a team that supports construction projects being executed by our Operations teams as well as our Self-Perform teams. This includes managing warehouse inventory, deliveries to project sites, maintenance of company owned equipment and vehicles, equipment outside rentals, and small tool procurement. The warehouse serves as a critical resource for the company’s construction activities. As our Construction Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for creating a safe, efficient, and cost-effective warehouse that will play a major role in supporting all construction activities.  

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Supervise and lead a team consisting of two delivery drivers, one mechanic, and a laborer. 
  • Establish necessary work hours.  

  • Train and mentor warehouse staff to promote skill development and team efficiency. 

  • Maintain warehouse office files and documentation. 

  • Manage all warehouse material and tool inventory. 

  • Replenish inventory regularly to support construction jobsites. 

  • Maintain and oversee a tool tracking system for warehouse and jobsite use. 

  • Monitor and control tool and equipment repair costs. 

  • Determine small tool purchase needs and monitor associated budgets. 

  • Organize and prioritize timely equipment and material deliveries to and from job sites. 

  • Receive material/equipment requests from Superintendents and Project Managers and dispatch drivers accordingly. 

  • Maintain readiness of hurricane/emergency supplies. 

  • Oversee company-owned vehicle maintenance, service scheduling, and repair cost tracking. 

  • Manage GPS tracking systems for company vehicles. 

  • Assist in the purchasing of new company vehicles and equipment. 

  • Determine preferred vendors for equipment rentals and negotiate competitive rates. Maintain vendor relationships.  

  • Track rental equipment, allocate to job sites, and invoice appropriately.  

  • Analyze rent-vs-own scenarios and recommend purchase decisions accordingly. 

  • Provide purchasing guidance to Project Managers upon request. 

  • Participate in budgeting and track expenses related to tools, equipment, and rentals. 

  • Maintain clean and organized warehouse and storage yard, including grounds maintenance. 

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies. 

  • Participate in and promote the company’s safety program. 

  • Ensure safe storage of all materials in the warehouse.     

 

Qualifications

  • Experience: Proven experience in warehouse management, preferably in commercial construction. 
  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams effectively. 
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with inventory management systems, GPS systems, and Microsoft Office. CDL preferred but not required. Power equipment operator certifications preferred but not required.   
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interface with suppliers, staff, superintendents, and project managers. 
  • Organization: Exceptional organizational skills for inventory, scheduling, and logistics coordination. 
  • Problem Solving: Ability to assess and resolve issues quickly and effectively. 
  • Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and enforcement practices. 
  • Financial: Ability to manage budgets, analyze cost data, and make sound purchasing decisions. 
  • Industry Knowledge: Working knowledge of construction tools, materials, and equipment. Detailed knowledge in preventive maintenance programs is a plus.  

 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and use of warehouse equipment. 
  • Capability to work in outdoor and varying weather conditions.