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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

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions
• Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Will operate office equipment of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, reaching overhead, squatting, sitting or standing and lifting
• Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to drive cars/trucks as needed

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision and field workers
• Talking and reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
• Strong time management skills
• Requires strong leadership and motivational skills and ability to serve as a mentor