Superintendent - Patching

Kent Companies•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent - Patching leads field operations on commercial concrete repair, patching, and restoration projects. The role manages daily jobsite activities, supervises self-perform crews and subcontractors, and coordinates labor and materials to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. Projects may include commercial buildings, parking garages, industrial facilities, and other concrete structures. This is a full-time field leadership position with travel between job locations in and around Houston. Typical hours range from 45–50 hours per week and may change. The role requires work on Saturdays and irregular hours based on construction schedules, as well as availability to accept phone calls during nontypical workdays and hours. Travel is primarily local during the business day, with some out-of-area and overnight travel possible. The work takes place at construction jobsites, with occasional office visits for project meetings.

Requirements

At least 5 years of Superintendent or Foreman experience in commercial concrete construction, concrete restoration, concrete patching, or structural concrete repair.
Hands-on knowledge of concrete repair methods, including demolition, chipping, surface preparation, reinforcing steel repair, patching, forming, placement, and finishing.
Experience overseeing vertical, overhead, and horizontal concrete patching.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, concrete repair details, and project documents.
Proven ability to supervise self-perform crews, subcontractors, and multiple field activities.
Experience planning manpower, coordinating materials and equipment, and managing daily production goals.
Understanding of concrete repair materials, repair mortars, bonding agents, corrosion inhibitors, and protective coatings.
Knowledge of construction safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and safe concrete demolition and repair practices.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify field issues, develop practical solutions, and maintain project schedules.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable transportation to workplace or job locations.
Ability to pass a driving-related background check if driving.
Ability to pass drug screening.
Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
Ability to work Saturdays and irregular hours based on construction schedules, and accept phone calls during nontypical workdays and hours.

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial concrete patching and restoration.
Experience in parking garage and parking structure rehabilitation.
Experience with structural concrete repairs and rehabilitation.
Experience with vertical and overhead concrete patching.
Experience with concrete spall repair and delamination removal.
Experience with reinforcing steel exposure, cleaning, and corrosion treatment.
Experience with concrete demolition, chipping, and surface preparation.
Experience with form-and-pour concrete repairs.
Experience with cementitious and polymer-modified repair mortars.
Experience with concrete resurfacing and protective coatings.
Experience with waterproofing and traffic-bearing deck coatings.
Experience with expansion joint and sealant replacement.
Experience on industrial and commercial concrete repair projects.

Responsibilities

Manage onsite concrete patching and repair activities from project startup through completion.
Supervise self-perform concrete repair crews, subcontractors, and vendors.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily work, manpower, equipment, and material deliveries.
Oversee concrete removal, chipping, demolition, surface preparation, reinforcing steel treatment, concrete placement, and finishing.
Ensure repairs follow project drawings, specifications, approved procedures, and manufacturer recommendations.
Coordinate vertical, overhead, horizontal, and structural concrete repair methods.
Monitor crew productivity and workmanship against schedule and production goals.
Conduct daily jobsite inspections and quality checks covering surface preparation, reinforcement treatment, bonding agents, formwork, placement, and curing.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety requirements.
Identify and address jobsite challenges, unforeseen conditions, and repair deficiencies.
Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, concrete mixes, repair mortars, and specialty products.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and repair details to plan field execution.
Work with Project Managers to monitor schedules, budgets, labor costs, material usage, and job performance.
Prepare daily field reports documenting manpower, completed work, materials, equipment, site conditions, and progress.
Lead daily crew meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
Maintain professional relationships with contractors, property managers, owners, inspectors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
Keep jobsites organized, productive, and compliant with company and project standards.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Paid time off
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Supplemental insurance options
Retirement plans with discretionary employer matching
Holiday pay for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Scholarship opportunities for dependents
Leadership development opportunities