What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Work Supervisor position at Elite Construction & Development?
Introduction: Elite Construction & Development is expanding our federal and environmental project portfolio and anticipates the award of significant work at the Hanford Site. We are seeking a Field Work Supervisor (FWS) with experience executing work in a highly regulated, procedure-driven environment.
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for supervising craft personnel in the safe and compliant execution of approved work packages. If you have experience leading field work at Hanford or in other DOE-regulated settings—and you excel in environments where safety, procedure, and precision matter—we want to talk.
Position Description: The Field Work Supervisor is the designated frontline leader responsible for directing craft labor and ensuring all work is executed in accordance with Hanford Site requirements, DOE regulations, and approved work control processes. This role ensures work is performed safely, correctly, and in strict compliance with engineering, radiological, environmental, and procedural standards.
Reports to: Project Manager or Field Operations Manager
Supervises: Trade Labor
Essential Duties & Responsibilities*:
Field Execution & Supervision
- Direct and supervise craft personnel in performing work under approved work packages and hazard controls.
- Lead daily tailboards, pre-job briefs, and safety discussions.
- Maintain field presence during work evolutions as required by procedure or hazard category.
- Verify proper tools, equipment, PPE, and materials are available and compliant.
Work Control & Procedural Compliance
- Ensure all work is executed exactly as written in the work package.
- Monitor adherence to radiological, environmental, and industrial safety controls.
- Execute hold points, pauses, and stop-work authority when conditions warrant.
- Confirm all prerequisite conditions and approvals are complete before starting work.
Safety, Radiological, & Environmental Compliance
- Enforce Hanford safety expectations, Conduct of Operations principles, and ALARA practices.
- Coordinate with radcon, safety, environmental, and engineering personnel during planning and execution.
- Maintain clean, safe, and compliant work areas.
Coordination & Communication
- Communicate daily with project managers, planners, engineers, and support organizations.
- Provide accurate progress updates, resource needs, and field status information.
- Participate in planning meetings, hazard reviews, and readiness activities.
Documentation & Recordkeeping
- Complete all required field documentation, including sign-offs, redlines, and shift logs.
- Submit factual daily reports suitable for audits and regulatory review.
- Provide feedback to improve future work packages and planning quality.
Minimum Requirements:
- 5 years supervising craft labor in DOE, Hanford, nuclear, industrial, or highly regulated settings.
- Understanding of Hanford work control processes, hazard analysis, and radiological work requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret work packages, engineering drawings, and technical procedures.
- Strong leadership, communication, and situational decision-making skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Hanford Site access and required medical/radiological qualifications.
The ideal candidate:
- Prior Hanford FWS qualification or equivalent experience.
- Experience working under DOE oversight or supporting DOE contractors.
- Familiarity with ALARA principles, Conduct of Operations, and environmental compliance.
- Prior journey-level craft experience or apprenticeship completion.
Other requirements:
- Possess the right to work and remain in the US without sponsorship
- Must be at least 21 years old and pass a criminal background
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening for safety sensitive positions
- Possess a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
Pay Range
$44 - $65/hour depending on experience
Typically, candidates are hired between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range based on applicable experience, qualifications, and alignment with preferred skills.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance - 2 plans to choose from
- Dental Insurance - In and out of network benefits
- Vision Insurance - Employees have the option of 2 vision plans
- Short and Long-Term Disability - 5 plans to choose from
- Health Savings Account with company-added contribution
- Employer-paid Life Insurance with the option to purchase additional life insurance.
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Accrue 104 hours paid time off (PTO) annually to start
- Nine (9) Paid Holidays
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes minimum wage and overtime requirements for employees. Under the FLSA, some employees are exempted from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements. The term “exempt” means the position is not eligible for overtime pay while “non-exempt” positions are eligible for overtime pay.
EEOC: Elite Construction & Development is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy genetics, veteran status, or any other status protected by state or federal law.
Please find out more about us on our website: www.elitecnd.com
Salary : $44 - $65