Concrete Superintendent

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities.

Knife River is looking to add a Concrete Superintendent to our Tangent, OR location!

Role Overview:

This position is responsible to safely supervise, and coordinate activities of workers engaged in concrete construction. An ideal candidate would have prior experience managing concrete flatwork crews. This role will require strong supervision and leadership experience. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.

Responsible for the direct supervision of daily work assignments and communicates with foremen to determine appropriate staffing and scheduling needs, materials and equipment requirements.

Monitors project performance and ensures that project is completed according to project specifications, and within project budget.

Communicating with project owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. Review jobsites to ensure they are ready for crews to begin work.

Review project details with project manager on a weekly basis and monitor work progress to meet project schedules and specifications.

Develop and manage master and three-week schedule for Concrete division.

Provide strong leadership skills by possessing the ability to motivate and provide mentorship to all employees, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Assisting estimator with accurate knowledge of production and materials required for project.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience as a concrete supervisor, minimum of 5 years concrete flatwork experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull and be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Assure all safety procedures are followed.
• Ability to work flexible shifts which include days, nights, some weekends and overtime.
• Valid Driver's license

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Incentives
• Years of Service Recognition

How To Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call ... to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. Below are examples of the many jobs within the military that are transferable to our position.

Air Force: Cost Analysis

Army: Engineer Officer; Acquisitions, Logistics & Technology

Navy: Construction Planner & Estimator Specialist

Marines: Combat Engineer; Facilities Engineering Officer