Construction Superintendent

Sargent; Fremont (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Wellness program

Great benefits and perks

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking an Earthwork Superintendent to provide onsite management for construction projects in the United States. The successful candidate will oversee all project activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient resource management. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, extensive construction supervision experience, and strong communication skills. This role requires active engagement on-site, with an emphasis on safety and effective team leadership. Exceptional benefits and a focus on employee welfare are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED; a four-year Engineering or Construction Management degree is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in Construction Supervision.
• OSHA 30 hour training required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall on-site administrative and technical management.
• Supervise construction efforts ensuring compliance with design and budget.
• Manage subcontractors and provide feedback on performance.
• Document quality control inspections and conduct investigations of incidents.

Skills

Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills

Strong supervisory abilities

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills

Thorough knowledge of earth construction methods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Four-year Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

If you’re an Earthwork Superintendent, check out this opportunity to work with a well-respected, award-winning contractor that puts their employees first with safety initiatives, great benefits and perks, a wellness program, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan where you become part-owner in the company. Sargent is searching for Superintendents in the Piedmont-Triad area. If you have previous experience supervising crews in either an earth moving setting or pipe laying environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Provide overall on-site administrative and technical management on a construction project site, including scheduling, coordination, supervision and safe work practices for all project activities, including Sargent and subcontractor personnel.
• Supervise construction efforts to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the design, budget and schedule constraints, interfacing with the client, client representatives, inspectors, governmental officials, other contractors, suppliers and field staff.
• Effectively plan, direct and supervise workers engaged in construction activities.
• Follow all OSHA and company safety policies and create a culture of safety with clear guidance on how tasks should be performed.
• Provide safety feedback and coaching to foremen and crews; ensure all subcontractors follow company safety policies.
• Maintain awareness of onsite safety hazards and conduct weekly safety training for employees.
• Understand project requirements ahead of time (one week to three months) and implement all construction aspects of the contract and project procedures.
• Interpret and explain construction plans to foremen and crews; maintain contract submittal files and confirm materials ordered, delivered and installed per submittals.
• Maintain contract documents and prepare/maintain record drawings; coordinate utility locations with Dig Safe and ensure markings are maintained.
• Minimize resource and cost surprises; ensure crews have the best available resources at the correct time.
• Promote continuous production improvement and ensure the project team is informed of production expectations and potential issues with customers.
• Manage subcontractors and provide feedback on subcontractor performance; coordinate work across crews, departments and other contractors.
• Support and demonstrate consistency with company policies; establish and maintain relationships with employees, subcontractors, clients, owners and engineers.
• Document quality control inspections and conduct investigations of incidents and accidents; evaluate employees periodically and mentor potential replacements when possible.
• Represent Sargent in a positive manner to the community and clients.
• Perform other duties as requested by your supervisor.

Expectations

• Represent the company professionally in a friendly and personable manner.
• Stay up to date with regulations and requirements by attending training classes and seminars; promote and adhere to Sargent’s core values.

What We Value Above All Else

• Investing in People — The Sargent culture emphasizes the well-being and prosperity of our employee-owners and relationships with partners and communities.
• Honing our Craft — Delivering talent, passion and determination to provide productive and creative solutions.
• Doing the Right Thing — Acting with honesty and integrity.
• Winning in the Field — A safety- and dedication-driven approach to exceptional project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED. A four-year Engineering or Construction Management degree is preferred; or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in Construction Supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• OSHA 30 hour training.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills; strong supervisory abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple items and people.
• Excellent customer service skills; ability to travel to visit work sites.
• Thorough knowledge of earth construction (technology, equipment, methods), engineering methods and drawings, cost control and scheduling.
• Ability to enforce all applicable safety standards at all times and make timely, sound decisions.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance on job sites.

Physical And Environmental Requirements

• Stand or walk frequently for long durations; lift and carry materials and tools up to 50 pounds.
• Climb stairs and ladders; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl in construction areas, including confined spaces.
• Rake, shovel and dig with hand tools; operate vibratory equipment such as tampers.
• Vision of 20/40, with or without corrective lenses; hearing adequate for on-site work.
• Meet the physical requirements to safely perform duties for up to 12 hours a day in hot and cold weather conditions.