Highway Superintendent

Job Description

Heavy Highway Construction company in South Texas is hiring an experienced Roadway Superintendent. The purpose of this position is to oversee and direct the performance of all field construction activities for assigned craft areas in conformance with plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates. This requires a thorough working knowledge and background of assigned work, the ability to cope with complex situations through deliberate analysis and planning, and see actions in terms of longer-term goals. As a significantly experienced superintendent, it requires directing other line supervision as necessary in their roles to meet or exceed all project objectives. This position requires the ability to coordinate and direct construction craftsmen in numerous crafts within the assigned area of responsibility. This position is typically responsible for numerous crafts, multiple areas, and/or large numbers of craftsmen; and often including direct oversight or coordination of other contractors/subcontractors.

Duties & Responsibilities

Plan and direct the work activities of all involved crafts for assigned construction crafts in alignment with available engineering deliverables, tools, construction equipment, and materials

Approve or authorize the coordination of craft personnel, material, and equipment needed to meet schedules; typically responsible to establish construction crew organization and composition including craftsmen qualification level, foremen and general foremen

Maintain and enforce the project’s quality requirements and standards

Directly support project and construction management with planning and utilization of proper means and methods for all construction activities

Analyze situations, identify and forecast pertinent problems and evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action

Adhere to and support the Company’s Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability Policies

Perform other miscellaneous duties as required

Education & Experience

At least Five years’ experience with earthwork, grading, cement treated base, lime and/or other related disciplines.

Typically direct other craft supervision positions such as Craft Superintendents and Foremen

Heavy highway/heavy civil experience preferred

TXDOT experience strongly preferred

Competencies & Skills

Project Work

Has the functional and technical knowledge and skill to direct, skilled workers, laborers and operators to complete project work to company standards and above

Understands the business enough to know how it works and how practices, policies, industry trends, and information impacts business success

Has the ability to solve problems and make complex decisions

Operations

Strong ability to prioritize actions and decisions

Uses organizational resources effectively and efficiently in getting things done and can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish organizational goals

Capable of delegating effectively, directing and developing direct reports and managing and measuring work to accomplish the greatest productivity

Interpersonal Skills

Manages relationships well at all levels including manager, peers, direct reports, customers, contractors and other business partners

Communicates effectively with an open and receptive approach, flexibility and composure, listening, patience and understanding

Computer/Technology:

Basic computer skills including intermediate MS Office skills

Capable of performing all project administrative tasks with standard tablet on Heavy Job application

Values & Ethics

Adheres to organizations values of respect, integrity, execution and teamwork reflecting them in decisions and actions

Is widely trusted and direct and truthful in all communications, presenting the truth in an unvarnished, appropriate and helpful manner

Enjoys working hard, is action oriented and full of energy

Shows respect for all employees, customers and business partners and demonstrates an awareness of personal impact on others

Collaborates effectively and cooperatively with employees, management, clients, and other business partners, gaining trust and support of peers, solving problems with minimal noise, finding common ground, and communicating candidly

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Foremost Paving, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Full-time