Superintendent - Civil Construction

Job Description

Job Description

FPS Civil is looking for a high level Construction Superintendent that has actual field experience in working and managing civil infrastructure construction projects ranging from heavy industrial, heavy civil, underground utilities, pump stations, lift stations, water / wastewater treatment facilities, and municipal capital water & sewer improvement projects. Candidate must have extensive experience and knowledge of working in deep excavations that require extensive shoring solutions to complete assigned projects. This position will require strong leadership, planning / scheduling, and communication skills. We are seeking a self-motivated Civil Superintendent with strong leadership skills to effectively run construction projects & field crews that aspires to be one of our future leaders and will contribute to the success and growth of FPS Civil!

Duties, Essential Functions, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

• Proficiency with reading construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in planning, scheduling, and production of heavy civil construction projects.
• Manages daily activities including : jobsite(s) management & overview, planning & sequencing, scheduling, job cost monitoring & fine tuning when required, pre-task planning, daily entry of quantities, crew, and equipment hours as well as material coordination, subcontractor management, and management of field employees, equipment, and other resources on assigned projects.
• Tutors and mentors field employees to promote organic growth within the company.
• Works closely with assigned Project Managers on daily schedules, three-week look ahead schedules, material orders and deliveries, and subcontractor scheduling.
• Manages and oversees multiple projects when necessary.
• Maintains and enhances current business relationships with existing customers, suppliers, and subcontractors as well as finding and procuring new business opportunities through business development and networking.
• Acts as a liaison between owner representatives and field employees on all schedules, changes in scope of work, and conflict resolution.
• Takes responsibility for overall project supervision.
• Prioritizes projects and tasks to achieve department and company objectives.
• Assures compliance with Company safety policies and OSHA and / or MSHA safety standards.
• Assists in the blue staking process; ensures blue staking is maintained through the life of the project.
• Documents any delays and / or changes to scope of work.
• Acts as a trouble shooter on projects.
• Multi-tasks and stays focused on the big picture while addressing daily issues.
• Maintains and monitors quality standards.
• Assures that all required permitting is in place prior to construction.
• Coordinates and delegates timely implementation of traffic control plans, equipment mobilization, safety plans, haul road plans, erosion control plans, job costing, and other duties as required.
• Prepares performance and salary reviews for employees, including annual development plans and related follow up.
• Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and always maintains a safe and respectful working environment by supporting programs for safety and loss prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), risk management, training, and quality control.
• Leads in pre-construction and safety meetings as required.
• Participates in training programs.
• Ensures all meter reading and fuel logs are current.
• Minimizes rental equipment under-utilization.
• Mitigates property damage and reports any damage immediately.
• Works closely with shop personnel regarding equipment issues.
• Willing to do whatever it takes to complete projects safely, on time, and under budget.
• Ability to work with Vice Presidents and Estimators to brainstorm cost saving solutions.
• Knowledge of local specifications such as MAG, McDOT, ADOT, and Municipal MAG supplements with an understanding of MBE / WBE / DBE requirements.
• Knowledge and experience with working on alternative delivery projects such as CMAR’s, JOC’s, and Design Build projects is a plus.
• High degree of professionalism, strong work ethic, great organizational skills, follow-through and communication skills required.

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Work Environment / Physical Demands :

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included.  It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Company Description

FPS Civil, LLC is a civil underground contractor specializing in civil infrastructure, water / wastewater, piping / mechanical, underground excavation and grading projects. The work we perform is for municipal, industrial, public, and private clients in the state of Arizona.

Company Description

FPS Civil, LLC is a civil underground contractor specializing in civil infrastructure, water / wastewater, piping / mechanical, underground excavation and grading projects. The work we perform is for municipal, industrial, public, and private clients in the state of Arizona.