Superintendent

H. J. Russell & Company•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Superintendent directs activities of workers on construction projects, including buildings, airports, stadiums, hotels, infrastructure, and other projects. The role plans construction procedures, schedules, staffing, and material deliveries; coordinates supervisors, subcontractors, labor representatives, engineers, inspectors, and suppliers; resolves workforce and construction problems; and monitors progress, quality, costs, and adherence to schedules. The Superintendent also directs workers on major maintenance or reconditioning projects and promotes compliance with safety rules. The position includes supervisory duties such as interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Candidates must be bilingual and meet the stated education or experience qualifications. The job requires regular standing, walking, hand use, reaching, and communication, as well as lifting and moving materials. Work takes place in an environment with construction-related hazards and usually loud noise.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or 7–10 years of related civil experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be bilingual.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Study specifications and plan construction procedures based on start and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase.
Assemble supervisory, clerical, engineering, and other workers at the start of a project.
Order tools and materials for delivery according to work schedules.
Direct and confer with supervisors and subcontractors to plan and execute procedures, interpret specifications, coordinate construction phases, and prevent delays.
Work with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve workforce complaints and grievances.
Coordinate with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve methods.
Inspect work in progress to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and construction schedules are followed.
Prepare or review progress, materials, and cost reports, and adjust work schedules as indicated.
Direct workers on major maintenance or reconditioning projects for existing installations.
Perform work safely and encourage others to comply with safety rules and regulations.
Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; and address complaints and resolve problems.