Superintendent- Heavy Civil

S&B USA

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

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in Heavy Civil, Demolition, or Heavy Highway construction as a General Foreman or Superintendent.
  • Expertise in earthwork, grading, and drainage work with a focus on trench safety.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents.
  • Strong communication skills necessary for team and project management.
  • Experience in scheduling, cost control, and supervising small to midsized teams.
  • Effective organization, multi-tasking, leadership, and decision-making skills.
  • Basic computer skills preferred; familiarity with Machine Control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise construction methods, manpower, materials, equipment, and scheduling.
  • Train and lead Foremen and field administrative personnel.
  • Manage day-to-day construction activities via assigned Foremen.
  • Create and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager.
  • Communicate issues related to schedule, quality, and safety to stakeholders.
  • Resolve field construction problems effectively.
  • Monitor subcontractor compliance with safety protocols and project requirements.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance.
  • Retirement planning with a 401k plan that includes company match.
  • Opportunities for training and career development.
Full Job Description
Superintendent

Basic Position Summary: Direct all field construction activities and personnel 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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