Functional Summary
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Superintendent coordinates and supervises the construction
process from the conceptual development stage, through to final construction. The Superintendent ensures
that projects are completed on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Superintendent include, but are not limited to:
Construction

• Ensure sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
• Engage in open communication with Project Managers, Operations Managers and Division

Managers and report any issues which could affect project plans.

• Allocate resources where appropriate to achieve project safety, schedule, cost, scope and quality

objectives.

• Place orders and track the timely delivery of asphalt and aggregates for company operated and

third party plants.

• Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, equipment and

utilize corrective action to keep the project on time and on budget.

• Ensure payment in full for the contract price, including all accumulative charges and credits.
• Identify and execute best practices concerning the efficient use of construction materials.
• Plan work in an efficient and effective order, maximizing progress in a safe and timely manner.
• Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
• Oversee the performance of all sub-contractors, ensuring that work is completed on time.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Other duties as necessary.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of

Ethics.

• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.

Employee Supervision

• Ensure all new hires receive their required orientation, and attend company designated training.
• Monitor and manage employee attendance, ensuring the timely arrival and participation of all

crew members, and notifying employees of rain days, prior to the start of the work.

• Delegate tasks and accountabilities, instruct, supervise, lead and direct base crew.
• Liaise between the company and employees on a variety of employee related matters.
• Comply with relevant legislation regarding employee management, terminations and resignations.
• Handle and thoroughly investigate all employee concerns.
• Liaise with the Human Resource department on a variety of employee related issues, including

employee development, recruitment, benefits, training, terminations, and investigations.

• Ensure consistent and fair application of the progressive disciplinary policy, as necessary.
• Other Employee Supervision duties as required.

Safety

• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-

contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.

• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments with crew prior to job commencement.
• Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and

ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.

• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or

endanger the wellbeing of others.
Teamwork

• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which

may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.

• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and

gather ideas.

• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Qualifications
Education, Training and Certifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Class 5 Drivers License.

Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience within the road construction industry.
• 5 to 8 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity, preferably as a Base Superintendent.
• Earthwork experience.

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of road construction methods, road construction materials and industry requirements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Transferable Skills

• Interpersonal skills
• Time Management
• Thoroughness
• Confidence
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Problem solver
• Supervisory skills

Abilities

• Demonstrate professionalism
• Have a sense of urgency to meet deadlines
• Multi-task and set priorities effectively
• Flexible and adaptive to change
• Excellent hand, eye and foot coordination
• Accomplish goals in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Strive for excellence
• Possess a positive “can do” attitude
• Excellent sense of balance

Working Conditions

• Out of town travel is required.
• Overtime as required.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and

humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties
outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.