Railworks

Civil Superintendent

Railworks$150K — $177K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in the relevant field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve department goals
  • Oversee project management and ensure timely delivery
  • Conduct thorough data analysis to inform decision-making
  • Lead a team of professionals and mentor junior staff
  • Communicate project updates to stakeholders regularly

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance package
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Flexible work arrangements available
Full Job Description
Job ID: 19962

Benefits Offering

Union Benefits - Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 - IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:
• Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years)
• IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years)
• NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
• Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
• HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans (after 1 year)
• Educational and Cultural Fund
• Deferred salary
• Social Security Payback
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.
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Compensation

$150000 - $177000 / year

Position Summary

The Superintendent oversees and manages all phases of construction projects including coordinating workers, materials, and equipment, supervising sub-contractors and staff, ensuring that specifications are being followed, and that work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

  • Develops plans and schedules for completion of construction projections
  • Reviews drawings and designs to ensure that specifications are being met
  • Performs in-depth review of all contract documents to become familiar with all details, notes, and requirements
  • Supervises the activities of craft workers and ensures all trade contractors are conforming to project specifications and building codes
  • Monitors and adheres to established budgetary guidelines for job, and ensures that cost control measures are being followed
  • Monitors quality standards of all jobs, including contractor performance, and ensures that all quality assurance and company standards are being met
  • Monitors job schedules and coordinates contractors' work and suppliers' deliveries, and equipment needs
  • Ensures that inspections are scheduled as appropriate
  • Manages administration of construction contracts and obtains required permits and licenses
  • Provides technical assistance regarding construction methods and equipment
  • Tracks and controls schedules and associated costs to achieve completion of project on time and within budget
  • Provides guidance in resolving construction problems encountered
  • Investigates alternative work methods and materials which will either improve efficiency and/or the quality of the work performed
  • Monitors job safety and safety training; enforces safety programs and OSHA Standards
  • Prepares and manages project closeout requirements
  • Acts as liaison among owners, inspectors, staff, and subcontractors
  • Assists with preparation of written reports and/or updates (internal and external) for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status
  • Administers financial tracking systems to monitor project costs and estimates


Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A minimum of 7 to 10 years of construction management experience including a thorough knowledge of construction industry practices, methods, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of basic project controls (cost, schedule, change management, etc.), material management, contract management, subcontract management, safety, and quality
  • Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend drawings and specifications
  • Exhibits strong management skills and can motivate employees
  • Track record of successfully executing projects on schedule and within budget
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong client relations, influencing skills and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite


Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • Frequently works outdoors at construction sites and occasionally works indoors
  • Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction
  • Sits, reads, writes, and uses a keyboard
  • May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
  • May be exposed to loud noise


Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

About Railworks

RailWorks Corporation is a leading provider of railroad construction and maintenance services in North America. The company offers a wide range of services, including track construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation, as well as signal and communication installation and maintenance. RailWorks was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The company has more than 3,000 employees and operates in more than 20 states across the United States and in Canada.
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Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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