General Superintendent- Heavy Civil

S&B USA

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in Demolition, Heavy Civil, or Heavy Highway construction as a Superintendent or Foreman
  • Strong knowledge of earthwork, grading, drainage, and trench safety
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience in construction scheduling and cost control
  • Demonstrated leadership and decision-making abilities
  • Basic computer proficiency, preferred

Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise construction activities, including methods, manpower, and schedules
  • Train and manage Foremen and field staff
  • Oversee daily construction operations through Foremen
  • Collaborate with Project Manager on scheduling and project milestones
  • Effectively communicate site issues and quality concerns
  • Resolve field construction problems as they arise
  • Maintain open communication to support project activities and schedule compliance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Competitive compensation package
Full Job Description
General Superintendent

Basic Position Summary: Direct all field construction activities and personnel at multiple job sites to ensure that the assigned project meets budget, schedule and safety objectives

Responsibilities/Functions:
  • Plans and supervises all activities including determining method of construction, sequencing, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment and work schedule
  • Trains and manages Foremen from various trades and field administrative personnel
  • Through assigned Foremen, manages the day-to-day activities of the construction operation
  • In conjunction with the Project Manager, creates and maintains project schedule, plans, monitors and reviews critical path dates and milestone schedules
  • Communicates site problems, conflicts, schedule and quality issues effectively to the Project Manager and owner
  • Resolves field construction problems
  • Maintains open communication between all subcontractors to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc. support project activities and project schedule
  • Monitors Foremen & subcontractor compliance with project safety program requirements; ensures that weekly safety inspections and toolbox talks are completed; ensures that corrective measures are implemented
  • Assists the Safety Department in performing incident and/or accident investigations and follow-up
  • Understands all subcontractors' scopes; assures subcontractors maintain schedules, and quality standards meet contract requirements
  • Assists the Project Manager with subcontractor disputes, quality control and schedule coordination
  • Works with the Project Manager and owner's representatives to ensure work complies with drawings and specifications
  • Supports the Project Manager in the negotiation of claims and changes
  • Provides input to Project Manager regarding cost and schedule forecasts
  • Assists the Project Manager with review (% complete) of monthly pay requests submitted by contractors
  • Assists the Project Manager with Change Order review
  • Performs project close-out and ensures punch list is completed in a timely manner
  • Monitors staffing levels that contribute to EEO goals for minorities and females
  • Mentors Project Engineers assigned to the project
  • Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction
  • Ensure that foremen or self does daily recording of quantities, time and daily logs in Heavy Job.

Essential Skills and Experience:
  • A minimum of eight years' experience on Demolition, Heavy Civil and/or Heavy Highway construction projects in a General Foreman or Craft Superintendent position
  • Knowledge of earthwork, grading and drainage work. Trench safety experience is a priority.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents
  • Effective communication skills
  • Knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to control and supervise small to midsized groups
  • Good organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision-making ability
  • Basic computer skills preferred
  • Ability to manage Pipe Installation, Earthwork & Grading operations.
  • Knowledge of Machine Control systems.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to Carry tools and equipment, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction), stand; walk, (stand for long periods of time) handle, or feel; use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects. The employee must frequently work or walk on uneven ground and is required to wear steel toed boots at all times. It is mandatory that the employee wear approved personal protective equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Perform a variety of duties while exposed to outside elements or confined spaces. Repeat tasks of short duration according to set procedures and evaluate information using measurable. Follow set procedures and standards.

What do we offer:

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid PTO, 401k with a company match, training, career planning, and more.

Core Values
  • Work Safely: Safety is our Culture
  • Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
  • Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients
  • Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust
  • Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

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