Night Shift Superintendent (Heavy Civil Construction)

US-NY-Queens

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Req #: 7739
Type: Full Time
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Superintendent

Skanska USA Civil

Reports to: Project Manager / Project Executive

Department: Operations

Location: Where position will be posted

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Employment Status: Full time

Job Summary:

The Superintendent is responsible for field operations in assigned areas or aspects of the project. He/she ensures the work is performed in a safe, timely, profitable, and ethical manner, in accordance with contract documents, design, budget, and schedule. He/she directly supervises field labor forces and Assistant Superintendents.

Duties and Responsibilities:  

* Responsible for the safety of all assigned employees and subcontractors to ensure the safe execution of all activities, including the strict adherence to company safety policies and programs through the communication and enforcement of the Skanska Safety and Health Management Program, including the ability to independently stop work for a safety violation or suspected safety violation.
* Monitor project labor, materials, subcontractors and equipment as work progresses and take necessary actions to control as he or she shall determine.
* Has accountability for schedule input and adherence, cost, quality, and project profitability
* Support positive relationships with clients, designers, consultants and the community
* Prepare and submit daily reports documenting jobsite progress and conditions for payment purposes
* Attend and participate in project meetings
* Supervise and direct Assistant Superintendents and craft through planning, means and methods, manpower requirements, material quantities, equipment needs, and work schedule
* Fully understand project equipment and materials
* Coordinate assigned work with different crafts, subcontractors and inspection staffs
* Ensure compliance with project and Skanska's DBE compliance program
* The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.

Education and Experience:

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree - Construction or Engineering preferred or equivalent experience. 
* 5+ years prior relevant experience.
* Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution. 

Preferred Qualifications:

* Advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
* Knowledge and understanding Labor Regulations
* Strong written, communication and problem-solving skills
* Broad understanding of construction industry
* Excellent time management and organizational skills
* Strong leadership and management skills
* Function effectively within a team unit
* Understanding of construction documents and drawings
* Computer proficient with ability to adapt to new innovations and processes
* Capable of leading and managing craft and non-craft employees

Competencies / Skills:

Has advanced knowledge and ability to coach/guide others in:

* Safety: Ensures the safe execution of all work activities and ensures adherence to our safety regulations to protect all individuals. Verifies and coordinates work activities to comply with Skanska EHS program and corrects unsafe activities, actions and conditions.
* Subcontractor Oversight: Monitors, inspects and ensures subcontractors are performing the work safely, are adhering to schedule, and are producing quality work in line with subcontractor agreements and our client contract obligations.
* Schedule Development: Develops, communicates and follows schedules and timelines. Tracks information important to maintaining schedule adherence.

Has demonstrated proficiency in:

* Contract Management: Reviews, executes and manages the client's prime contract as well as subcontracts and vendor agreements. This includes facilitating, administering and participating in contract discussions, reviews and negotiations with all relevant contracting parties.
* Risk and Opportunity Management: Identifies potential risks related to operations, contracts, or project execution. Develops mitigation plans and strategies to control the impact of negative situations or to maximize opportunities throughout the life cycle of a project.
* Building and Construction Knowledge - Planning: Applies building and construction knowledge, utilizing experience and current developments in the industry to prepare detailed construction sequence plans including all necessary material, equipment and labor.
* Building Tools and Technology: Identifies and uses the correct technology, equipment and tools necessary to complete the job.
* Change Order Management : Follows financial implications of contracts and agreements to protect the company's interests and rights. Identifies compensable changes and follows the contract provisions to timely resolution.
* Logistics: Develops, approves, and communicates construction logistics plans, verifying they are in place and clearly understood. Ensures that projects are proceeding according to these plans.
* Plans and Specifications: Reads and interprets construction plans and the technical specifications to aid in constructability review. Ensures submittals are approved prior to proceeding with work.
* Project Cost Management: Monitors, tracks, and forecasts self-perform and subcontractor project costs and quantities, including labor, equipment, and materials to ensure projects are successful and profitable.
* Design Management: Manages design development process and interfaces between design and construction to ensure and issue determinations on the constructability of deliverables
* Labor Relations: Application of labor standards and rules to the Work on projects to improve job site harmony and labor productivity.
* Quality Management: Establishes processes to meet quality standards. Monitors work practices to identify concerns or issues that do not meet these quality standards. Follows contract provisions for necessary corrective action.
* Schedule Management - Civil: Manages and prioritizes project-wide activities. Mediates and reconciles conflicting or competing project activities. Leverages the schedule as a tool in external party negotiations.

Travel Requirements: Less than 10%

Work Environment/Conditions: This job is performed both in the office and in the field on an active construction site. Field work requires experience and confidence working in and around heavy industrial equipment and systems, which includes average to loud noises, ability to traverse uneven grounds, and possible outdoor weather conditions. Vision requires the capacity for close and far vision, the ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision. Activities and responsibilities require frequent sitting (often working on a computer), frequent driving, flying, walking, standing, light lifting, bending, and reaching. Due to computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists.

EEO Statement: Skanska is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or citizenship status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications:

Background Check Required

Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

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