Superintendent - Highway/Grading

Kokosing, Inc.; Wheelersburg (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401K plan

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Superintendent to oversee heavy highway/roadway/bridge sites in a dynamic construction environment. You will supervise foremen, coordinate crews, manage safety programs, and collaborate with PMs to drive schedule adherence and profitability.

Ideal candidates bring Civil Engineering or Construction Management background and 6+ years of field leadership, with strong communication and organizational skills to lead diverse trades on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent technical experience.
• 6+ years of field management experience on heavy highway/ roadway/ bridge projects.
• Roadway/Highway experience is preferred.
• Understand and interpret safety laws and company policies/standards.
• Apply effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage several foremen to ensure work is safe, productive and of high quality.
• Set a Safety 24/7 culture for crews.
• Assist the Project Manager in creating the project schedule.
• Develop 90-day and 3-week schedules for crews.
• Conduct pre-planning and goal setting with crews.
• Oversee costs and manage items within scope.
• Coordinate manpower, heavy equipment, tooling and material needs for crews.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors.

Skills

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling (90-day/3-week)

Resource coordination

Responsibility & accountability

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engg or Construction Mgmt

6+ years field management experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

Summary:

• Supervise the skilled trades crews and manage onsite construction activitiesfor large, extensive Heavy Highway/roadway/Bridgeprojects.
• Collaborating with the Operations Manager, Project Manager, and Project Engineers, this role is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Project, focusing on Safety, Production, and Profitability.
• Supervisory responsibilities, in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, include: planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Responsibilities may include assisting with interviewing and training employees.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage several Foreman on conducting work safely, productively, and focusing on quality.
• Set a Safety 24/7 culture for your crews.
• Assists the Project Manager in creating the project schedule.
• Develop 90-day and 3-week schedules for crews.
• Conduct pre-planning and goal setting with crews.
• Oversee costs associated with your work items.
• Coordinate manpower, heavy equipment, tooling and material needs for crews.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent technical experience progressing through the ranks as a Journeyman to a Foreman to a Superintendent.
• (6+) years similar construction Field Management experience.
• Roadway/Highway experience is preferred and a strong plus.

Skills and Abilities:

• Understand and interpret safety laws and company policies/standards.
• Apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activity's vitals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied self-performing trade disciplines.
• Assemble 90-day and 3-week schedules in Microsoft Excel and use Microsoft Word for pre-planning processes.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface, and communicate effectively with others.

Benefits:
Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.