Equipment Superintendent (Heavy Civil Construction)

Granite Construction•Irving, TX

3d•$105,831 - $158,746•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing the operations of all equipment, maintenance, personnel and equipment performance as well as, the financial performance of equipment assets to meet the business needs of assigned regional or project facilities.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent industry experience
10+ years’ experience in construction equipment field, preferably in master mechanic or equipment superintendent-type role
3+ year management experience
Proven working knowledge of the function, operation, and maintenance of construction equipment
Strong knowledge of construction practices (excavating, grading, paving, etc.) and business principles, particularly asset management principles
Strong computer skills including MS Office products (Word, Excel, etc.) and scheduling software and familiarity with Oracle Enterprise One (e1) Capital Asset Management (CAM) module
Ability to properly manage and prioritize resources, people and projects
Sound decision-making ability with the experience to balance consensus against authority as appropriate
Team player, with strong leadership skills, who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment
Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly/effectively under pressure and deadlines
Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Occasional travel may be required

Responsibilities

Lead and administer the maintenance, repair, and management of all equipment for assigned facilities in accordance with company equipment standards to ensure company standards and goals are met.
Implement department objectives and strategies to maintain an effective equipment program within the boundaries of Equipment Department policy.
Act as a technical advisor to field equipment personnel to ensure projects are completed on time.
Assist management team with final equipment budgets and potential equipment purchases in order to meet Regional budgetary goals.
Maintain communications with local equipment dealers and appropriate vendors to ensure that dealer support, repair decisions, costs and warranty recovery meet expectations.
Provide overall direction to shop facilities including staffing, training, compensation, organizational structure and performance management/development to ensure a trained, motivated and engaged workforce.
Manage and direct effective maintenance and repair, equipment safety programs, and equipment utilization to ensure region safety and budget goals are met.

Benefits

paid holidays
sick leave
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending plans
musculoskeletal health programs
mental wellness programs
100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents for medical plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately