Underground Utility Superintendent

Kokosing•Westerville, OH

About The Position

The Underground Utility Superintendent supervises skilled trades crews and manages onsite construction activities, primarily underground utilities, for large Heavy Highway/roadway and site projects. The role coordinates, pre-plans, and oversees underground utility installation in collaboration with the project team, with a focus on safety, production, quality, and profitability. Supervisory duties include planning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, resolving complaints and problems, and training and developing team members. The position also leads Foremen and coordinates crew schedules, resources, subcontractors, and work costs.

Requirements

Technical experience in complex underground utilities, progressing from Journeyman to Foreman to Superintendent.
At least 6 years of similar construction field management experience.
Proficiency in line and grade, including use of transits and lasers.
Experience with shoring systems.
Experience with dewatering and sewer bypass.
Good understanding of specifications and blueprint reading.
Understanding of hydrostatic testing and sewer testing.
Ability to understand and interpret safety laws and company policies and standards.
Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards and their impact on project activity.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to manage teams across varied self-performing trade disciplines.
Ability to create 90-day and 3-week schedules in Microsoft Excel and use Microsoft Word for pre-planning processes.
Ability to assume responsibility and interface and communicate effectively with others.

Nice To Haves

Roadway or highway experience is preferred and considered a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage Foremen in conducting work safely and productively while maintaining quality.
Promote a 24/7 safety culture among crews.
Assist the Project Manager or Project Superintendent in creating the project schedule.
Develop 90-day and 3-week crew schedules.
Conduct pre-planning and goal setting with crews.
Oversee costs associated with assigned work items.
Coordinate crew manpower, heavy equipment, tooling, and material needs.
Coordinate and schedule subcontractors.
Train and develop team members to support crew safety and productivity.
Plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; and address complaints and resolve problems.