Project Superintendent

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Overview

The Superintendent will direct activities of workers concerned with construction of buildings, dams, highways, pipelines, or other construction projects by performing their duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of units. Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays. Expected to be a dedicated and available employee. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Preserve profit
• Implement company safety policies
• Study specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction
• Assemble members of organization (supervisory, clerical, engineering, and other workers) at start of project
• Order procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
• Confer with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within work force
• Confer with supervisory and engineering personnel and inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedule
• Prepare or review reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports
• Direct workers concerned with major maintenance or reconditioning projects for existing installations
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with subcontractors, owners, designers, etc.
• Assist project management in monthly cost projections
• Conduct superintendent meetings
• Hire and develop superintendents
• Coordinate warranty work, punch out, vacations, and field coverage between all sites
• Communicate between divisions
• Coordinate with project management and area safety supervisors to manage accidents/incidents
• Communicate and coordinate subcontractors to operate at the highest level and meet Cajun’s expectations
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
• Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
• Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
• Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
• Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
• Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
• Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
• Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion depending on project assignment and operational needs.

Mental: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem solving skills necessary to complete assigned work.
• Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail while working in environments with multiple activities, distractions, and changing priorities.
• Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
• Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
• Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.