Construction Superintendent
Location
Temple, TX | United States
Job description
Functional Summary
A heavy highway construction company is seeking a driven individual to oversee all completed, current, and future jobs. This role includes the oversight of crew personnel, equipment, and overall safety of the project.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the superintendent include, but are not limited to:
- Direct activities of workers concerned with construction of highways and other construction projects.
- Study specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction based on knowledge of available tools and equipment and various construction methods.
- Attend pre-construction meetings and assists in final planning and implementation of work plans, as needed.
- Hold daily safety meetings and ensure that all employees follow safety practices.
- Reports all accidents, injuries, near-misses, etc to management and HR
- Schedule crew's duties and assign responsibilities. Ensure all employees are working together efficiently.
- Supervise operation of all machines and equipment used on jobs.
- Coordinate with and direct supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
- Communicate with supervisory personnel and human resources representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within workforce.
- Consult with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
- Inspect work in progress to ensure that work conforms to specifications and that construction schedules are adhered to. Inspect job progress on all jobs on a daily basis.
- Ensure appropriate materials and equipment are received for each job. Ensure all jobs are properly staffed and have the appropriate equipment to perform the job at hand.
- Ensure job tracking reports, daily log sheets, daily employee time, and all other necessary paperwork is completed and submitted in a timely manner
- Be constantly aware of job progress including time frame and financial status.
- Coordinate maintenance of equipment and vehicles with the mechanic shop.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety and Teamwork
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company's safety policy, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
- Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
- Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
- Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
- 5+ years experience with heavy highway paving
Technical Knowledge
- Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes, and industry requirements.
Working Conditions
- Out of town travel might be required
- Overtime as required
- Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
- Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required
- Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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