Heavy Civil Superintendent

  • Tulsa, Oklahoma
  • Full Time
Local road construction contractor hiring SUPERINTENDENT ** skilled also in heavy equipment operation **

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a full-time salaried (Exempt from Overtime pay) position. Superintendent manages assigned heavy civil construction projects in a safe and efficient manner and according to federal and state heavy highway regulations. Superintendent supervises crew and subcontractors and is responsible for projects from project planning through project completion.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and lead crew of at least 2 full-time employees:

* Participate in the hiring selection process for your crew, i.e. applicant screening, interviewing, selecting, setting/recommending pay rates

* Employee scheduling, direct the work, ensure safe work practices, train and crew,

* Participate in employee reviews and disciplinary actions

* Ensure Company tools, vehicles and equipment are lawfully, safely and efficiently used, cared for and maintained

* Drive crew to achieve high performance standards, manage employee attendance, ensure crew attends all Company-mandated training, notify employees of weather days prior to the start of work

Manage and lead project activities:

* Ensure the safety and security of crew and property

* Read, understand and follow blueprints, schematics, building plans and instructions. Use independent judgement to identify and execute best quality and most efficient building methods to meet plan specifications, budget and contract timeline.

* Project scheduling and critical path - Create and meet or beat 3-week lookahead production schedules, based on entire project schedule, to include labor, equipment, materials, tools, current project status, etc.

* Understand, forecast per phase, plan, and meet or beat project budget

* Understand manhours, cost coding system & calculating quantities and maximize profit and production accordingly

* Understand profitable use of time (being busy vs making money) and prioritize project activities accordingly

* Identify and execute best practices for technique, use of materials, equipment, tools, and supplies

* All aspects of material and supplies ordering, deliveries to the project, and flow and distribution of items

* Create and maintain production records by making accurate and daily project entries in HeavyJob, i.e. Crew timekeeping, cost coding, calculated quantities, and detailed daily project reporting with corresponding photos for payroll, progressive billings and project progression oversight by senior management

* Effectively lead subcontractors, i.e. schedule, oversee, scrutinize work

* Identify and report issues that could affect the project plan and devise solutions to resolve

* Monitor weather elements for the effect on the curing of concrete or asphalt and determine whether to proceed or delay the planned activity

* Be present and involved in all inspections, effectively communicate with Inspector

* Attend all necessary meetings, eg weekly with Project Managers, as needed with HR or Safety, as needed with others

* Engage in open communications with Project Managers

* Effectively communicate with vendors and Project Owners, per zipper plan

* Submit timely, complete and accurate paperwork to office

* Participate as a vital team member and contribute toward the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required overall less than 10% help required from Project Managers or other Superintendents

* Responsible for quality of work performed by crew and subcontractors

May perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, BEHAVIORS

* Experience: 10 years of heavy civil construction preferred

* Software: Proficiency in HeavyJob and iPad (can be learned after hire)

* Bilingual, a plus

* Must demonstrate excellent attendance

* Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug screens

* Must have valid Drivers License and be driver insurable

Tri-Star Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

If interested and qualified, email resume to ..., visit tristarllc.net/careers to download application, or stop by the office at 1880 N 166 E Ave Tulsa, OK 74116.
Job ID: 481993195
Originally Posted on: 6/19/2025

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