Superintendent - Pipe/Drainage

The Beaver Companies•Canton, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent is responsible for directing, coordinating and exercising functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration and completion of assigned projects within the area of assigned responsibility. This position directs the activities of crew workers on construction projects. This position works on various job sites in/around Ohio. Extended/overnight travel is required.

Requirements

Ability and desire to develop and mentor others
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Advanced mathematical skills
Proficient with computer software applications
Understanding of and ability to analyze and interpret contract documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to conduct meetings and speak effectively before groups, clients, subcontractors and others
Ability to read plans, effectively use cost reports and schedule
Understanding and utilization of Best Practices/Lessons Learned using established lists, creating new practices and striving for continual improvement
Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere
Demonstrates respect for coworkers and customers
30 Hour OSHA certification
First aid/CPR certification
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 5 years in direct field work, preferably in management/foremen level
Working knowledge and experience with the following pipe/drainage components required: Storm/Sanitary/Sewer, Corrugated metal, Concrete, Fireline, HDPE Pipe, Trench Boxes for deep excavations, Dewatering, Box Culverts, Headwalls (cast in place and setting)
Ability to test water line, sanitary, and manholes
Ability to assist in camera inspection
Expertise in plan reading, planning and understanding of project specifications
Prior training in office operations and procedures
Estimating experience

Nice To Haves

Vocational or construction management training a plus

Responsibilities

Conducts weekly safety meetings and safety inspections
Reports and Investigates near misses
Reports and Investigates incidents and alerts Safety Director
Understands and enforces company safety policies
Supervises field forces, tradesmen, foremen, other trades and subcontractors/suppliers as needed to meet safety, schedule and profitability goals
Plans, coordinates and directs the efficient scheduling of crews, equipment and subcontractors/suppliers to ensure high quality construction at a minimum cost
Maintains daily communications with project managers regarding status of jobs
Attends and contributes to scheduled corporate and project meetings
Ensures foremen and crew members clearly understand the daily job tasks to be performed and weighs this against expected goals
Ensures the availability of backup plans
Oversees effectiveness and evaluates performance of project foremen and their crews
Expediently corrects work deficiencies by utilizing a high level of integrity aligned with the company’s core values
Confers with subcontractors and suppliers engaged in executing work procedures interpreting specifications and coordinating various states of construction
Willingness and understanding of accountability associated with the project
Responsible for training and mentoring of people
Inspects work in progress to ensure project conforms to specifications and meets quality standards
Ensures all required project paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner
Communicates with other management staff
Encourages communication and ideas from field personnel
Consults and/or delegates and oversees daily JSAs to recognize the safety hazards associated with the daily tasks and educates crews of hazards
Appoints onsite SWPPP inspector and holds them accountable for conducting inspections per contract requirements
Reviews production and unit cost reports daily
Reviews job costs with project manager on a weekly basis
Creates and maintains an ongoing punch list from beginning of project
Delegates approved duties and responsibilities to an assistant superintendent should the project require (see Assistant Superintendent job description)
Presents all field negotiations to project manager for approval
Maintains positive relationships both publicly and professionally in and outside of the work place
Presents professional behavior and appearance