Project Superintendent

JOB PURPOSE

The Project Superintendent is responsible for the safety, quality, efficiency, and timeliness of the project. This position will provide on-site coordination for all phases of the project, including material, equipment, subcontractors, and labor. While there are specific responsibilities and expectations described below, it is essential that the Project Superintendent be organized, possess good judgment skills, communicate effectively, and have technical knowledge of earthwork, drainage, structural concrete, drilled shafts, etc.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, refine and update the project schedule
• Complete knowledge and understanding of contract drawings/specifications
• Understand project costs and manage company assets
• Create and manage project documentation
• Coordinate project operations including subcontractors and material vendors
• Knowledge of all regulations to ensure all aspects of the project are compliant
• Provide leadership and maintain effective working relationships with the on-site staff
• Enforce Safety, Quality, Efficiency and Core values
• Develop daily crew lists and manage field activities to ensure project completion date is met
• Lead weekly foreman meeting
• Develop two-week forecast to proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions
• Maintain regulatory compliance for projects
• Ability to interface and maintain good relationship with owners
• Regular travel to jobs in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania

QUALIFICATIONS

• Civil Engineering or construction-related degree preferred with no less than 10 years of progressive responsibility supervising construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask on complex projects
• 10+ years construction-related experience
• Able to meet deadlines and driven to closure
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications

Competencies

• Proficient written & verbal skills, attention to detail
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proactive, self-motivating, problem solver
• Ability to demonstrate leadership traits, including the ability to make decisions with integrity
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and lead teams

REPORTS TO

General Superintendent

DIRECT REPORTS

Foremen on jobsite

BENEFITS

• ESOP Company
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan

The Great Lakes Construction Co. is a 100% employee owned company. As an ESOP Company (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), our employees share in the success and profits of the company. We are not just looking for employees – we are looking for partners to contribute to our continued success. You will enjoy the opportunity to grow as an employee owner in a results-oriented atmosphere.

The Great Lakes Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment/promotion without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, GINA, or any other protected category. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

The Great Lakes Way … Safe. Capable. Efficient.