Project Superintendent - Underground Pipelines
- Mcguire & Hester
- San Francisco, California
- Full Time
McGuire and Hester is a construction company that provides complete site work services: pipelines, grading paving, concrete, landscape and mechanical.In addition to traditional project delivery methods, we are involved with design build projects and alternative delivery methods.McGuire and Hester have played an integral role in the construction of many of Northern California's most recognizable landmarks and infrastructure projects.Our storied past crosses more than nine decades.Our mission statement is, "Together We Build Things Right" which encompasses our business philosophy as well as our values and culture.We have a team environment that focuses on the greater good, resulting in a fantastic place to work that positively impacts our business partners and community.Job Summary A Project Superintendent oversees individual projects to assure the safe construction of a high-quality project that is in compliance with the scope as established by the contract documents.This position supervises and directs the activities of project personnel for all construction activities and demonstrates the integrity and dependability of the company by maintaining positive continues communication with customersReports to General Superintendent a Underground and Division Manager - UndergroundKey Communication Partners General Superintendent a Underground, Division Manager a Underground, Area Manager a Sacramento, Project Engineers, Project Managers, ForemenTypical Duties Actively participate in pre-work meetings with subcontractors to familiarize all subcontractors with the project policies and qualify standardsActively participate in per-work meetings with foremen and subcontractors to familiarize all with the project schedules, construction methods, company procedures and policies, quality standards and project specific requirementsEvaluate shop drawings with PMDevelop and implement work schedules for personnel, equipment, materials, and subcontractors in order to keep the project on trackActively participate in preconstruction sessions to develop strategies that address unique characteristics of the project budget and/or designDiscuss and implement best practices that drive safety on the project; promote Safety Bucks program.Ensure safety compliance with all predetermined, communicated safety guidelines for all field personnel under your supervisionProactively identify and correct potential safety hazards.Maintain a clean and safe jobsiteReport accidents and jobsite incidents to the Safety Manager or Safety Administrator; submit a written Accident ReportEnsure proper safety equipment is inspected, available and used by all field personnelEnsure that the Daily Equipment Logs are completed and turned into the PMMonitor construction activities for adherence to project documents (i.e.contract specifications, plans, plan revisions, RFI's, and approved material submittals), including performance to maintain qualify controlMaintain quality control and update as-build drawingsMaintain accurate, timely, and detailed daily logbooks with documentation photosRecognize installation issues or errors and proactively address themManage and maintain thorough knowledge of scheduled activitiesCreate current week and two-week look-ahead schedules that reflect the project baseline schedule and makes sure that upcoming events are on track and are being proactively attended toReview updated baseline schedule to recognize schedule milestones and measure incremental progress during weekly scheduling meetingsEnsure daily set-ups to dispatch on timeKeep the company informed of problems and successes accruing on the jobRegularly initiate short interval planning with the foremen and leadmen to develop strategies in line with the unique characteristic of the project budgetMaintain project performance against budget and schedule milestones as informed by the Project managerAssure the appropriate use, repair, and maintenance of project equipment.Coordinate the return of tools or equipment when they are no longer neededRecognize extra work and then ensure proper field documentation of the extra workPrevent re-work by doing the work right the first timeProactively identify and resolve any problems and assure that the client is kept updated about the status of work with regular meetingsCommunicate and work proactively to address subcontractor issuesDevelop new and improved techniques through better utilization of manpower, equipment, and material and communicate it to the estimating department and Area ManagersWhen results are not as expected take responsibility, and make changes to improve the resultsMaintain good client and business partner relationshipsSpend time developing and mentoring othersReward and recognize others for their contributions to the companyMaintain current certifications for CPR/First Aid, OSHA 30, Asbestos Cement Pipe, Harassment Prevention, Competent Person Trenching and Excavation, Confined Space Entry/Rescue and any other training appropriate for the type of work being performedQualifications To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED preferred and ten or more years progressively responsible related field experience and technical expertise as a tradesperson plus five or more years of progressively responsible field construction management experienceLanguage Skills: must be able to read and write in EnglishMathematical Skills: basic math and geometry, the ability to calculate volume, area, and tonnageReasoning Ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out multiple step instructions.Deal with standardized situations with occasional variablesComputer Skills: must be able to learn to use various computer programsCertificates, Licenses, and Registration: CA driver's license and a clean driving recordCompensation: $58 - $75 per hour, based on skills, experience and knowledge#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job ID: 480953383
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025
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