Superintendent - Bridges/Structures

The Superintendent is responsible for directing, coordinating and exercising functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration and completion of assigned projects within the area of assigned responsibility. This position directs the activities of crew workers on construction projects. 

Location 

This position works at various construction job site locations in and around Columbus, OH. Both daily and overnight travel may be required. 

Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities: 

Safety 

In the absence of a full-time onsite safety officer, the superintendent:

Conducts weekly safety meetings and safety inspections

Reports and Investigates near misses 

Reports and Investigates incidents and alerts Safety Director 

Understands and enforces company safety policies 

General  

Supervises field forces, tradesmen, foremen, other trades and subcontractors/suppliers as needed to meet safety, schedule and profitability goals 

Plans, coordinates and directs the efficient scheduling of crews, equipment and subcontractors/suppliers to ensure high quality construction at a minimum cost 

Maintains daily communications with project managers regarding status of jobs 

Attends and contributes to scheduled corporate and project meetings 

Ensures foremen and crew members clearly understand the daily job tasks to be performed and weighs this against expected goals 

Ensures the availability of backup plans 

Oversees effectiveness and evaluates performance of project foremen and their crews 

Expediently corrects work deficiencies by utilizing a high level of integrity aligned with the company’s core values 

Confers with subcontractors and suppliers engaged in executing work procedures interpreting specifications and coordinating various states of construction 

Willingness and understanding of accountability associated with the project 

Responsible for training and mentoring of people 

Inspects work in progress to ensure project conforms to specifications and meets quality standards

Ensures all required project paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner 

Communicates with other management staff 

Encourages communication and ideas from field personnel 

Consults and/or delegates and oversees daily JSAs to recognize the safety hazards associated with the daily tasks and educates crews of hazards 

Appoints onsite SWPPP inspector and holds them accountable for conducting inspections per contract requirements 

Reviews production and unit cost reports daily 

Reviews job costs with project manager on a weekly basis 

Creates and maintains an ongoing punch list from beginning of project 

Delegates approved duties and responsibilities to an assistant superintendent should the project require (see Assistant Superintendent job description) 

Presents all field negotiations to project manager for approval 

Maintains positive relationships both publicly and professionally in and outside of the work place 

Presents professional behavior and appearance 

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company 

Skills & Requirements: 

Ability and desire to develop and mentor others 

Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills 

Strong organizational and prioritization skills 

Advanced mathematical skills 

Proficient with computer software applications 

Understanding of and ability to analyze and interpret contract documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals 

Ability to conduct meetings and speak effectively before groups, clients, subcontractors and others 

Ability to read plans, effectively use cost reports and schedule 

Understanding and utilization of Best Practices/Lessons Learned using established lists, creating new practices and striving for continual improvement 

Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere 

Demonstrates respect for coworkers and customers 

30 Hour OSHA certification 

First aid/CPR certification 

Education & Experience: 

High school diploma or equivalent 

Vocational or construction management training a plus 

Previous experience in bridge construction/concrete structures

Minimum 5 years in direct field work, preferably in management/foremen level 

Expertise in plan reading, planning and understanding of project specifications 

Prior training in office operations and procedures 

Estimating experience 

Physical Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Equal Opportunity: 

The Beaver Companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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.