Heavy Civil Superintendent

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 

Independently manage projects in Concrete, Asphalt, Earthwork and/or Underground Utilities/Stormwater/Sanitary Sewer: 

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 

• All aspects of employee scheduling, setting work hours and work location  

• Direct and apportion the work 

• Ensure safe work practices 

• Actively and deliberately train and develop crew members 

• Participate in employee reviews, ie evaluating performance, recommend pay increases/promotions/other changes in status, succession planning 

• Recommend, draft and/or participate in disciplinary actions for your crew, eg writeups, PIPs, counseling, coaching, recommending terminations 

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

• Drive crew to achieve high performance standards 

• Monitor and manage employee worksite attendance, ie timely arrival, presence on job during work hours, early departures 

• Ensure crew attends all Company-mandated training 

• Notify employees of weather days prior to the start of work 

• Effectively handle employee complaints and grievances 

• Liaise with Human Resources on a variety of employee related issues, including employee development, recruitment, benefits, training, grievances/complaints, disciplinary actions, terminations and investigations 

Manage and lead project activities: 

• 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 

• Solely responsible for quality of work performed by crew and subcontractors 

Provide for the safety and security of Crew and property: 

• Promote, execute and adhere to the Company’s Safety Program and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture 

• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections 

• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments with crew prior to job commencement 

• Work with Safety Director to investigate damage, incidents or near misses on the worksite 

• Ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program 

• Employ all above duties to eliminate liabilities while maximizing profits 

May perform other duties as assigned. 

KEY PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES 

• Safety – First and foremost!  Make safety a priority at work every day. 

• Professionalism – Interact and represent Tri-Star with the utmost professionalism at all times. 

• Sense of Urgency – Understand and act with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines. 

• Excellence – Strive for excellence in all you do. 

• Focused and Organized – Must be able to stay focused during daily activities and have attention to detail.  But also…  

• Adaptable/flexible – Unplanned issues in the field may require change of current focus. 

• Customer Focused – Know your customer and give them the attention and satisfaction they deserve. 

• Communications Skills – Provide and be receptive to open lines of communication. 

• Leadership – Set a positive example for your crew and co-workers. 

• Teamwork – Work together as one team to accomplish goals. 

• Problem solving – Ability to view issues from multiple angles to come up with the best solution for stakeholders. 

• Effectiveness – Troubleshoot and resolve problems in a timely manner. 

• Attitude – Display a positive ‘can do’ attitude. 

• Priorities – Set priorities and multi-task effectively. 

• Motivation to Learn – Always strive to expand knowledge and skills. 

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, BEHAVIORS 

• Education: High School or equivalent 

• Experience: 10 years of heavy civil construction preferred 

• Software:  Proficiency in HeavyJob and iPad 

• Bilingual, a plus 

• Ability to follow established procedures and practices  

• Ability to read instructions, blueprints, schematics, building plans, etc. 

• Ability to understand, calculate and analyze construction metrics, ie quantities, manhours, material orders, schedules, budget, etc. 

• Aptitude in using various basic hand tools and precision measurement tools 

• Know how to operate construction equipment and tools 

• A strong commitment to all Company, state and federal health and safety guidelines and regulations/requirements 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Problem-solving ability 

• Must be able to work in a team environment 

• Must demonstrate excellent attendance 

• Must be at least 18 years of age 

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

• Must have valid Driver’s License and be driver insurable 

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 

• Ability to manually and repetitively lift a minimum of 50 pounds.   

• Physical activities could include sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, twisting, turning, stooping, bending and climbing. 

• Demonstrate excellent hand, eye and foot coordination and sense of balance 

• We operate outdoors in all seasons.  Dress appropriately for current weather conditions, which could include inclement weather, exposure to extreme cold or heat and humidity, dust and asphalt while working outside. 

• Driving to/from and presence at job sites and vendor sites on a regular/daily basis will occur and may include inclement weather and hazardous road conditions. 

• Use of Personal Protective Equipment is required. 

• Use of sunscreen and long sleeves is recommended. 

• Out of town travel may be required 

• Workweek exceeding 40 hours as required 

• Must comply with Company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS 

• Project Managers 

• Foremen 

• Subcontractors 

• Vendors 

• Project Owners 

• Company Owner 

• Truck Driver 

• Shop Personnel 

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.