Waterproofing Project Superintendent with F.D. Thomas

F.D. Thomas, Inc.; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Benefit Plan

Matching 401k

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Job summary

F.D. Thomas, Inc. is looking for a Superintendent based in Rancho Cucamonga, California. In this role, you will lead crews on large-scale waterproofing projects, ensuring safety and quality standards. You will collaborate with clients, manage workforce scheduling, and mentor team members for operational success.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of industry experience and is equipped with strong leadership and communication skills. A competitive salary ranging from $110k to $150k is offered, along with a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the waterproofing industry with increased responsibility.
• Proven success managing government jobs and large subcontractors.
• Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable with customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise construction field personnel and job scheduling.
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are enforced.
• Train employees in safe work practices and proper equipment use.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Planning

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

OSHA 10- or 30-hour construction training

Tools

Jobsite safety equipment

Job description

Overview

Superintendent with a passion for leading crews on large-scale, multi-scope waterproofing projects. You will coordinate complex systems such as hot rubber, traffic coatings, expansion joints, cold-applied waterproofing systems, HRA waterproofing on elevated podiums, planters, and amenity areas over a multi-year project lifecycle. This role is for a field leader who will plan, coordinate, and execute work safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards on a flagship project in Southern California beginning mid-2026. As the on-site face of F.D. Thomas's Southern California division, you will drive daily operations, set the tone for craftsmanship, safety, collaboration, and customer service, and mentor crews to ensure work is delivered on schedule and to specification.

Join us at F.D. Thomas where your leadership in the field is valued and your growth is supported. We offer a generous benefits plan and a salary range reflective of experience.

About Us

F.D. Thomas, Inc. (FDT) is one of the largest coating and specialty contractors in the United States with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, and the East Coast. F.D. Thomas, Inc. is headquartered in Central Point, OR. FDT is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS was founded in 2016 by Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. As part of an ANC all our operating companies are Minority Business Enterprises (MBE). We help our clients meet their diversity spending objectives while also providing sustainable returns for our nearly 13,500 Iñupiat shareholders.

By hiring Great People, we can provide Great Work to our highly valued customers, as we continue to grow an Extraordinary Company!

About the Job

This position is responsible for the overall supervision, leadership, and coordination of construction field personnel and job scheduling across waterproofing and specialty systems, including below-grade applications (water table and non-water table), hot rubber, vapor mitigation systems, roofing, and traffic coatings. The role ensures all work is performed safely, skillfully, and efficiently while meeting project schedules, quality standards, and company expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Safety

• Act as Competent Person
• Ensure a safe and productive work environment
• Enforce safety policies and procedures
• Ensure up to date and adequate HAZCOM program is in place
• Ensure Environmental Monitoring/Medical Monitoring is performed, and results reported
• Reporting results on containment effectiveness, air flow monitoring and personal hygiene
• Assist safety in achieving a zero-accident work area
• Ensure proper PPE is used in all situations
• Reward safe and productive work activities
• Ensure proper barricades and signage are being used
• Monitor crews daily to ensure they are keeping a well-maintained work area
• Conduct Jobsite Safety Assessment, Trainings and Jobsite POD/JSA Meetings

Supervision

• Ensure an ample supply of labor that is qualified, trained, and able to work
• Supervise working foreman, journeyman, apprentice
• Schedule work in accordance with manpower
• Coordinate with other crafts
• Coordinate activities of field personnel to successfully and efficiently complete multiple projects simultaneously
• Assist in the recruitment, development, assignment, and evaluation of field personnel
• Ensure field personnel have proper training and credentials to perform the work

Training

• Train employees in safe work practices
• Train employees in proper equipment use
• Provide mentoring to field personnel regarding work activities, safety, and quality expectations
• Daily Toolbox meetings
• New hire orientation and safety training

Quality/Production

• Meet quality specifications
• Assist QC in producing a quality product
• Supply employees with the tools they need to do the job
• Eliminate rework
• Manage all job costs
• Plan of the Day

Planning/Scheduling

• Plan, organize, and schedule all job site activities with the Project Leader
• Meet schedules and deadlines within budget
• Attend meetings with clients to coordinate and schedule support activities including crane time, scaffold erection, etc.
• Meet all Pre-Job, Job, and Post-Job responsibilities
• Complete all required daily & weekly reporting
• Ensure work releases from client are on file before starting a job task
• Keep log of craft absenteeism
• Daily sign-in sheets for craft

Other Responsibilities

• Use personal protective equipment including respiratory protection, hearing protection, and personal fall arrest systems
• Other duties as the business needs arise

About You

To thrive in this Superintendent role, you will bring:

• 5+ years of experience in the waterproofing industry with increased responsibility
• Proven success managing government jobs and working with large subcontractors
• Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable interacting with customers, building relationships, and representing the company on-site
• Read and understand written and verbal directions, including MSDS, procedures, JSAs, briefings, training, and manufacturers instructions
• Medical clearance to wear a tight-fitting respirator as required by OSHA
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Successful completion of OSHA 10- or 30-hour construction training
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Valid Driver's license, clean driving record, vehicle insurance, reliable and legal transportation

We thank you for your time in learning a little about us here at FD Thomas, as well as the opportunity we have available for someone who is dependable, people-oriented, and achievement-oriented.

You will find we offer a generous Benefit Plan which includes PTO, Matching 401k, Paid Holidays, Medical (Starts on your 1st day), Dental, Vision options, and much more. In addition to excellent benefits you will find we have a competitive salary range of $110k - $150k depending on the combination of experience and/or certification.

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