OCS Superintendent

RailWorks Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local #3 Pension

Medical, dental & vision

HRA

Educational Fund

Deferred salary/annuity

Sick leave & vacation

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking an experienced OCS Superintendent to oversee all phases of construction projects, coordinating workers, materials, and equipment while supervising subcontractors and staff. The role requires ensuring specifications are followed and work progresses on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in OCS construction and project management, with strong leadership, planning, and cost-control skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years in OCS construction and management.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and safety.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specs.
• Proven leadership and team motivation.
• Track record delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong client relations and influencing skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develops plans and schedules for completion of construction projects.
• Reviews drawings to ensure specifications are met.
• Analyzes contract documents to understand requirements.
• Supervises craft workers and subcontractors.
• Monitors budgets and cost control measures.
• Ensures compliance with quality standards and codes.
• Coordinates schedules, deliveries, and equipment needs.
• Ensures safety programs are followed.
• Administers permits and licenses.
• Provides technical guidance on construction methods.
• Liaises among owners, inspectors, staff, and subcontractors.
• Prepares reports for management and clients.
• Tracks project costs and estimates.

Skills

OCS construction

Project controls

Material management

Contract management

Subcontract management

Safety

Reading drawings

Team leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Client relations

Influencing skills

Organizational skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits – Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:

• Local Union #3 Pension (after 5 years)
• IBEW Pension (after 5 years)
• NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
• Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
• HRA - health reimbursement account (after 1 year)
• Educational and Cultural Fund
• Deferred salary and annuity fund plans
• Social Security Payback
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.

Compensation

$150,000 - $190,000 (total compensation)

Position Summary

The OCS Superintendent oversees and manages all phases of construction projects including coordinating workers, materials, and equipment, supervising sub-contractors and staff, ensuring that specifications are being followed, and that work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Develops plans and schedules for completion of construction projections

Reviews drawings and designs to ensure that specifications are being met

Performs in-depth review of all contract documents to become familiar with all details, notes, and requirements

Supervises the activities of craft workers and ensures all trade contractors are conforming to project specifications and building codes

Monitors and adheres to established budgetary guidelines for job, and ensures that cost control measures are being followed

Monitors quality standards of all jobs, including contractor performance, and ensures that all quality assurance and company standards are being met

Monitors job schedules and coordinates contractors’ work and suppliers’ deliveries, and equipment needs

Ensures that inspections are scheduled as appropriate

Manages administration of construction contracts and obtains required permits and licenses

Provides technical assistance regarding construction methods and equipment

Tracks and controls schedules and associated costs to achieve completion of project on time and within budget

Provides guidance in resolving construction problems encountered

Investigates alternative work methods and materials which will either improve efficiency and/or the quality of the work performed

Monitors job safety and safety training; enforces safety programs and OSHA Standards

Prepares and manages project closeout requirements

Acts as liaison among owners, inspectors, staff, and subcontractors

Assists with preparation of written reports and/or updates (internal and external) for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status

Administers financial tracking systems to monitor project costs and estimates

Required Skills and Qualifications

A minimum of 7 to 10 years of OCS construction and management experience including a thorough knowledge of construction industry practices, methods, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities

Demonstrates a working knowledge of basic project controls (cost, schedule, change management, etc.), material management, contract management, subcontract management, safety, and quality

Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend drawings and specifications

Exhibits strong management skills and can motivate employees

Track record of successfully executing projects on schedule and within budget

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong client relations, influencing skills and organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Frequently works outdoors at construction sites and occasionally works indoors

Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction

Sits, reads, writes, and uses a keyboard

May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather

May be exposed to loud noise

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City