Scaffold Superintendent

MISTRAS Group•Youngsville, LA

20d

About The Position

The Scaffold Superintendent is responsible for planning, estimating, erecting, inspecting, and dismantling scaffolding systems on construction, refinery, plant, and offshore projects. The role ensures scaffold operations are safe, efficient, and compliant with company policies, OSHA regulations, and client requirements. The superintendent leads scaffold crews, coordinates project resources, manages inventory, and serves as the primary contact for scaffold-related project activities. The position involves onsite supervision, project documentation, client and stakeholder coordination, estimates and constructability reviews, inventory and material logistics, and oversight of scaffold erection, modification, inspection, maintenance, and dismantling. The superintendent may perform hands-on scaffold work and support rigging, material handling, and crane operations. Work may take place at heights exceeding 200 feet, in confined or restricted-access areas, over open water, and at offshore facilities. The role calls for a strong commitment to safety, leadership, quality workmanship, and client satisfaction while ensuring scaffold operations are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The work environment includes industrial, refinery, petrochemical, construction, and offshore settings, with varying weather conditions and physically demanding tasks.

Requirements

At least 8 years of scaffolding experience in offshore, refinery, petrochemical, industrial, or construction environments.
At least 5 years of supervisory or superintendent-level scaffold experience.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L and scaffold safety regulations.
Ability to lead crews, manage multiple priorities, and maintain project schedules.
Strong understanding of scaffold design, estimating, material management, and jobsite safety.
Must supply and maintain personal hand tools required for the position.
Must possess a valid TWIC Card.
Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in physically demanding environments.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Scaffold Certification.
Offshore safety certifications such as HUET, SafeGulf, Basic Offshore Safety, or equivalent.
Experience in refinery, petrochemical, industrial maintenance, and offshore construction projects.
Competent Person designation and inspection experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary client contact for scaffold-related project activities and requirements.
Lead and supervise scaffold crews, reporting directly to the Scaffold Operations Manager or Scaffold Project Manager.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture through behavior-based safety observations and compliance with safety standards.
Provide onsite supervision and complete required documentation, including permits, sign-offs, pickup tickets, JSEAs, safety plans, and project records.
Perform hands-on scaffold work when required by project management.
Manage scaffold material inventories and ensure materials are available to support project schedules.
Coordinate the delivery, transfer, and return of scaffold materials and equipment.
Conduct job walks with clients and internal stakeholders to assess project scope, site access, and potential hazards.
Develop and support scaffold estimates, including labor, material, equipment, and schedule requirements.
Provide constructability reviews and recommend efficient scaffold designs during planning and bidding.
Identify scope changes and communicate impacts to operations and project management to support change management and cost control.
Oversee erection, modification, and dismantling of access systems, including system scaffolding (Pinlock or similar) and tube-and-clamp scaffolds.
Conduct daily scaffold inspections as the designated Competent Person and ensure equipment is maintained and safe for use.
Verify scaffold material condition and perform minor equipment maintenance as needed.
Support construction operations, including rigging and material handling.
Assist crane operators with equipment and material movement.
Coordinate crane operations and proper rigging practices using slings, cables, and related equipment.
Complete additional duties as assigned by management.