Field Construction Supervisor

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 31,684 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a results-driven supervisor to lead the Street Department's construction field operations in Garland, TX. You will oversee in-house and contractor work on residential streets reconstruction, pavement repair, alley reconstruction, and overlays, ensuring alignment with plans, specs, and city standards.

This role requires strong supervision, project planning, and budgeting skills, with a focus on safety, schedule adherence, and cost control across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5 years' experience in construction operations or related field.
• 1 year of supervisory or lead role experience.
• Equivalent education/experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities for in-house construction personnel.
• Plan, schedule, and price projects with field supervisors.
• Develop project timelines and cost estimates.
• Monitor progress, quality, safety, and conformance with standards.
• Coordinate with other divisions and manage vendor invoices.
• Inspect work sites and ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Provide customer service and respond to issues promptly.
• Occasional night/weekend work for special events or emergencies.

Skills

Supervision

Project planning

Budgeting

Contractor coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Responsible for the supervision of the Street Department's construction field operations, consisting of various programs - residential streets reconstruction, pavement repair, alley reconstruction, and overlay hybrid. Coordinate, manage and assist with multiple pavement improvement projects constructed with in-house crews. Oversees and inspects in-house and contractor construction work sites to monitor compliance with plans, specifications, city standards and specifications.

Pay Range

$ 23.75 - 34.40 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all daily activities for assigned in-house construction personnel, which includes prioritizing, assigning, and directing work.
• Manage personnel actions, coordinates cross-training and various professional development initiatives for assigned staff.
• Conduct detailed planning, scheduling, and pricing for projects in conjunction with other field supervisors to ensure outputs meet quality, production, and budget goals.
• Develop project timeline, milestones, and cost to ensure completion within timeframe and budget.
• Tracks equipment, labor, and materials used on various projects and work activities.
• Collaborate with other department divisions to pursue maintenance tactics that maximize pavement service life; performs asset condition assessments; prepares cost estimates for replacement or repair costs; uses designated software and city-wide integrated platforms to update work performed on pavement assets.
• Oversee and inspect the work of contractors designated to perform various construction activities; coordinates with various stakeholders as required to deliver projects successfully.
• Conduct frequent visits to work sites for evaluation of progress, quality, safety, and conformance with city standards.
• Prepares detailed records of daily work site activities; maintains various other project and administrative records.
• Performs various administrative duties to support daily division and department operations as assigned.
• Ensure staff's consistent compliance with all safety protocols; participates in developing safety initiatives
• Provide quality customer service by promptly and professionally responding to customer issues.
• Place orders for materials, tools, and contract services that support construction projects; reviews and approves invoices for goods and services provided by vendors
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support special events, respond to natural disasters, critical incidents, and other emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• 5 years' experience in construction operations, construction inspection, or related field
• 1 year of experience serving in a supervisory or lead role

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in construction operations, construction inspection, public works operations, or related field
• 3 years of supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and professional development
• Extensive knowledge of City, State, and Federal Codes and Specifications relative to public works construction and maintenance
• Knowledge of environmental controls and construction safety protocols, including work zone safety promulgated through the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Extensive knowledge of public works construction means & methods
• Extensive knowledge of construction scheduling, sequencing, and work planning
• Knowledge of construction materials sampling and testing procedures for public works projects
• Skill in computer use and basic computer office software
• Skill in high school level mathematics
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications and construction plans for public works projects
• Ability to learn new technologies, procedures and tactics to advance business operations
• Ability to work effectively with people in order to accomplish project goals
• Ability to maintain a broad perspective on projects and anticipate problems
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
• Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with the public and various business partners in normal, difficult, and unusual circumstances
• Ability to organize materials, equipment and labor in the completion of assigned jobs

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver\'s License with a Tanker Endorsement or the ability to obtain within six months of hire
• Valid Class C Texas\'s driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Majority of work is performed outside with exposure to risk. Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Some work is performed in a typical office setting.