Superintendent Job Description

Job Summary

At Site Work Specialists, a superintendent supervises and directs activities of the crews and coordinates subcontractors. They also keep operations efficient and within specified deadlines and budgets. The superintendent is responsible for the overall quality of a project. The position's skill set is continuously increasing by working with an exceptional team that prides itself on doing some of the finest and most challenging projects in the northern plains region.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Yes

 Salary:

• Depends on experience
• Paid weekly via direct deposit

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Employer-Sponsored Group Health Insurance - Standard or HSA Plan
• Flexible Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options for Employee and Family
• 401K and Profit-sharing Bonus
• AFLAC Insurance Options
• Safety Bucks Yearly Incentive Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Apprenticeship and Development Opportunities
• Year-round Employment

Essential Functions

• Safety on your project is your responsibility
• Know what is needed for safety on-site
• Attend and conduct safety meetings, maintain safe job site practices and the use of safety equipment, and ensure the crews follow safe work practices
• Responsible for the layout of a project
• Knowledgeable in the layout and operation of theodolite and transit
• Supervise operation and maintenance of all machines and equipment on the job
• Direct activity of workers
• Know your project including, but not limited to:
  • Know your plans and specifications
  • Know and follow your schedule
  • Know your job cost and discuss with the Project Manager
  • Know your material, equipment and workforce needs ahead of time and communicate those needs to your Project Manager with a two-week schedule – Plan ahead!
  • Pre-task planning to ensure the task is done efficiently and safely
  • Have the right crew for the task at hand. Schedule crews' duties and assign responsibilities
• Attend project pre-construction and progress meetings. Conduct coordination meetings with subcontractors.
• Communicate with, coordinate, and direct supervisory personnel and subcontractors on various phases of the work
• Communicate with Project Manager, Owners, Architects, Engineers, and Inspectors to resolve and coordinate construction.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure accuracy, quality and that work conforms to the plans and specifications
• Complete paperwork correctly and turn it in on time – Daily Logs, Weekly Safety Sheets, Time Cards, Walk Arounds, and Two-week Schedules
• Perform training as needed in all areas of the project
• Teach inexperienced employees how to perform tasks more efficiently and safely
• Ensure that appropriate materials and equipment are on-site for the construction when needed
• Review submittals and shop drawings to ensure that the materials and equipment received are correct
• Advise Project Manager of job progress through daily logs and meet regularly with your Project Manager as needed
• Complete the job
  • Timely completion of punch lists
  • Warranty Issues
  • As-Built Drawings
  • Sell the Job
• Do not use or operate any equipment or tools that you have not been trained to operate properly
• Assist with all tasks; even if it is below your skill level
• Be dependable to your team: You work as a team and progress as a team

Education Requirements:

• No minimum education requirements

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and random employee pool drug/alcohol testing
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must arrive on time to job site fit for duty for required shift and have personal protective equipment (PPE) and necessary tools with you.
• Willingness to learn and master new tasks, duties, and responsibilities
• Pay attention to job details to provide an acceptable uniform product
• Identify and communicate any job site hazards
• Safely and correctly operate all manual and power tools
• Keep all tools in good, clean, and operating order
• Demonstrate and promote safety and proper housekeeping on all job sites
• Display a positive attitude towards the company, fellow employees, and customers
• Take direction and accomplish duties outlined by your supervisor and ask questions when you do not understand the task
• Be responsible for working unsupervised and complete work as directed
• Ability to instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers in a positive and encouraging manner
• Attend all safety meetings and maintain safe job site practices following company policy
• Wear and maintain PPE as directed by supervisor and safety team, including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, and high visibility vests
• Willingness to travel out-of-town
• Maintain acceptable personal hygiene
• Dress appropriately for working conditions

Required Tools:

Must have required tools listed below within 30 days of hire and bring them with you to the job site as needed:

Physical Requirements

• Able to physically lift heavy materials (up to 75 pounds) frequently throughout the work shift
• Ability to safely climb up and down ladders
• Ability to work alone once instructions have been given
• Able to complete a full day's assignments involving one or more of the following: Standing, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment and any other safety-related equipment
• Able to work in extreme weather conditions and elements outdoor, including heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, and snow, depending on the job location
• Able to work a minimum of 8 hours a day, with overtime and off-hour shifts as required

About Our Company

Founded over 20 years ago in Rapid City, SD, Site Work Specialists is an excavation, utility & site construction contractor serving South Dakota, Wyoming, Nebraska, and North Dakota. We specialize in residential and commercial development, building site development, waterlines, excavation, utilities, mass grading, and demolition.

Whether you are new to the construction industry or have previous construction experience, we can offer you a challenging and rewarding career. Site Work Specialists is willing to train you for a challenging and rewarding career. We are looking for safety-conscious, hard-working, and dedicated individuals that take pride in their work to join our exceptional team.

Disclaimer

This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Site Work Specialists provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.