Construction Supervisor

The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

One City. One team. One mission.

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives on solving problems, developing high-performing teams, and delivering projects that make a real difference?

We're looking for an experienced Construction Supervisor who is ready to take ownership of critical infrastructure and lead the crews that keep our community safe, functional, and growing. This is more than a supervisory role—it's an opportunity to shape the future of public works through leadership, innovation, and operational excellence. Every day brings new challenges, from coordinating maintenance and construction projects to mentoring employees, improving processes, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and service.

Typical Tasks

Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; ensures that employees have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and updates and maintains department standard operating procedure manuals.

Estimates job costs and needed equipment, parts, and materials; develops list of equipment and materials to complete projects; ensures availability of adequate parts and materials to conduct work activities; and requests for new or replacement materials as required.

Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment and tools associated with completing projects. Equipment operated may include but is not limited to road tractors/low boys and tandem dump trucks hauling all equipment and trailer, and other heavy equipment. Although not the primary responsibility of the position, employees may, on occasion, operate light equipment and tools as needed.

Supervises the utilization of safety equipment and wearing of protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks/equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.

Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Class C Driver's License
• Must be able to possess a Class B within 6 months of hire and Class A within 1 Year
• Ability to obtain Hazmat endorsement within 12 mos. of hire
• Abliity to obtain NIMS 100, 200, 700 within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of the basic operation and maintenance requirements of the equipment operated by this classification.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of employees and provide instruction in proper work methods and procedures, exercising effective communication and collaboration
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to work tasks and handle practical situations using exercising sound judgement.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly

WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position requires work both indoors in and office setting and outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Our Core Values:

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

• Deferred Compensation – The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.**