The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire experienced Superintendents for its civil division. Openings are available in Northeast Ohio and Columbus, Ohio.

Summary:  Direct field construction activities and coordinate the efforts of project staff and subcontractors.

Responsibilities:

Documentation

• Create daily job reports.
• Identify improved methods to accomplish tasks and document best practices to share with others.
• Provide input to cost and schedule forecasts; verify work progress; perform project close-out and ensure punch list is completed in a timely manner.
• Recognize changed conditions and potential delays with respect to the contract and promptly notify the appropriate person.

General

• Plan and supervise all activities including determining methods of construction, sequencing, staffing levels, material quantities, equipment, and work schedules.
• Participate in the negotiation of claims and changes.
• Serve as liaison with owner’s representatives (engineering, estimating, and planning) to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Maintain a work environment free of harassment, intimidation, and coercion.
• Cooperate fully in achieving the Company’s equal employment opportunity objectives.
• Bring to the attention of the Project Manager and Field Operations Manager, in a timely manner, any employee relations issues that arise such as inadequate work performance or policy violations.
• Ensure minority participation goals (DBE, etc.) are achieved on assigned projects.
• Review daily and weekly crew production in relation to original budget and resolve field construction problems (i.e., lack of productivity, work interference, nonpayment for work performed, etc.)
• Prepare for and attend project status meetings.
• Ensure the jobsite is always secure.
• Train and mentor project staff.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Quality

• Responsible for ensuring quality workmanship is being performed on projects.
• Verify that products and methods used meet or exceed project specifications.

Safety

• Assist with incident investigations and follow-up.
• Monitor craft and subcontractor compliance with safety requirements.
• Perform weekly safety inspections and ensure toolbox talks are performed.
• Document and ensure corrective actions are implemented as needed.
• Promote the safety culture in a positive manner by leading safety incentive programs, best practices, and various initiative campaigns.

Scheduling

• Create and distribute 3-week look ahead schedules to key project employees and Field Operations Manager identifying items of work to complete and resources required.
• Communicate staffing and equipment needs in a timely manner to the Field Operations Manager.
• Coordinate with various crafts, Company departments, and other contractors to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc. support project activities and project schedule.
• Conduct effective weekly meetings with contractors and owners, as needed.

Talent Acquisition and Employee Development

• Treat employees and candidates for employment equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national origin, disability, age (40 years or older), military/veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Assist with employee professional development initiatives and programs.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction engineering technology, or construction management, related field, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or field experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ supervisory experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong leadership presence.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to control and supervise large groups.
• Team focused mindset to build strong working relationships.
• Broad knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Willingness and ability to work non-traditional hours (evenings, overnight, weekends).
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft 365, Bluebeam, and HCSS.
• Commitment to Company values.

Direct Reports:  Foremen, Project Engineers

About The Ruhlin Company

The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. For over 100 years we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader. From bridges to buildings, client success is built in.

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days. 

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program