Superintendent Heavy Highway Construction - Earthwork, Concrete

ZipRecruiter; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction company is seeking a Superintendent to manage field operations. The role requires extensive experience in heavy civil projects and emphasizes safety, leadership, and effective communication. You'll ensure projects meet quality, safety, and budget standards, while cultivating a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Five (5) to ten (10) years project experience in construction and/or heavy civil environments.
• Knowledge of construction paving, underground, concrete and grading practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety enforcement and conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Supervise and instruct field staff on project specifications.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Accuracy

Tools

HCSS (Heavy Job) software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Superintendent - Construction (Earthwork, Concrete, Carpentry)** Ability to Travel is Required

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for a highly capable, well respected construction company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career?

Our employees are the most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. We are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our core values. You will be part of a learning culture where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and is respected and valued.

General Summary

The Project Superintendent will direct all field operations on the project to which he is assigned. It is the duty of the Superintendent to ensure that Owners’ time/cost/ quality/safety project goals are fully executed in the field. To those ends, the Superintendent guides the day-to-day progress of the work Depending on the size and type of project, the Superintendent may be in a working or non-working capacity It is his duty to assure the manpower and material requirements of the project are satisfied, and to schedule the work far enough in advance so that the schedule and budget parameters are maintained. The Superintendent is often the face of Gregori Construction to the owner and the public and must conduct himself in such a manner which is in accordance with Company policy and with the utmost professionalism.

Responsibilities

Safety – Ensure that Company safety policies are enforced

• Conduct weekly/daily safety meetings on the project and forward meeting minutes to the office
• Ensure site security
• Maintain good public and community relations
• Report accidents (within 1 hour) and near misses/incidents (within 1 day)

Supervise and instruct field staff

Maintain a thorough knowledge of the goals, project plans, specifications and contract requirements

• Understand the intent and content of the Owner contract
• Notify the PM if inconsistencies occur in plans and specifications
• Notify the PM of all required changes and ensure authorization is received before proceeding

Participate in the pre-project planning sessions

• Become familiar with the project and offer practical direction pertaining to the project schedule and execution
• Familiarize himself with the project estimate and the cost control system at the beginning of the project
• Aid the PM in the Development of the project schedule

Plan the work in advance, and regularly review the plan with the PM and the General Superintendent and advise of any anticipated delays caused by field problems, changed conditions, material shortages, or delivery problems

• Plan the work and prepare detailed 2 week look aheads
• Monitor the schedule and record actual progress of all activities daily
• Authorize required materials for which purchase orders have not been issued
• Review and follow material deliveries as scheduled, and expedite in conjunction with the PM
• Assist the PM during pre-construction conference (if job size or contract dictates)
• Familiarize all other contractors with the project schedule, construction methods, company procedures and policies, quality standards, and safety requirements

Reporting

• Properly document all labor, materials and equipment to the correct cost code for each assigned activity (Heavy Job)
• Report weekly equipment hours and maintenance requirements
• Ensure that material delivery receipts, packing slips, invoices, etc. are properly acknowledged, recorded and have appropriate cost codes applied
• Continually review and update progress, cost reports, schedules and requirements for completion
• Maintain a job diary (Heavy Job Software)

Subcontractor coordination

• Understand the intent and content of all subcontracts
• Ensure that subcontractors maintain adequate manpower, equipment and materials to timely execute the work
• Review all subcontractor requisitions with the Project manager and ensure that relevant backup is in order before payment
• Ensure that any back charges for extra work are appropriate
• Ensure adequate notice for any subcontractor extra work
• Notify the Gen Super and PM of any non-performing sub-contractor

Conduct all job meetings related to field operations

• When necessary, conduct separate weekly meetings to schedule and coordinate subcontractor activities

Ensure that Company safety and EEO programs are enforced and that records are in order pertaining to OSHA and EEO

• Conduct weekly/daily safety meetings on the project, and forward meeting minutes to home office
• Ensure site security
• Ensure observance of all safety requirements
• Maintain good public and community relations

Participate in a claims defense/collection checklist (if required)

*Qualifications are dependent upon position requirements. Gregori Construction Inc. will determine suitable qualifications for a successful candidate. All relevant training shall be documented and retained by Gregori Construction Inc. for the duration of employment.

Work Experience

Five (5) to ten (10) years project experience in construction and/or heavy civil environments.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Knowledge and familiarity with HCSS (Heavy Job) software is a plus.
• Knowledge of construction paving, underground, concrete and grading practices.
• Maintain ability to work in high production environment.
• Demonstrated decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent supervisory communication and organizational skills.
• Accuracy at all times.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.

Gregori Construction is a DRUG Free workplace. Drug Testing will occur!

Company DescriptionAre you interested in the opportunity to work for a highly capable, well respected construction company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career?

Since 1989, Gregori Construction has continued its long standing commitment to delivering quality, on time projects to many customers in our regions. Our projects include highways, local roads, bridges, dams, rail and utilities. Gregori seeks and delivers in unique and complex projects and provides excellent construction services in the areas we work.

At Gregori Construction, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: We have a Strong Moral Compass, We Strive for Excellence in all facets of our work, We Respect and Care for our employees and We are Unified in our common objectives and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career in which few can compete. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and is respected and valued.

We look forward to meeting you.Company DescriptionAre you interested in the opportunity to work for a highly capable, well respected construction company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career?

Since 1989, Gregori Construction has continued its long standing commitment to delivering quality, on time projects to many customers in our regions. Our projects include highways, local roads, bridges, dams, rail and utilities. Gregori seeks and delivers in unique and complex projects and provides excellent construction services in the areas we work.

At Gregori Construction, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: We have a Strong Moral Compass, We Strive for Excellence in all facets of our work, We Respect and Care for our employees and We are Unified in our common objectives and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career in which few can compete. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and is respected and valued.

We look forward to meeting you.