Superintendent - Grading

REPORTS TO:

The Grading Superintendent is responsible and accountable to the assigned Department Manager for the satisfactory completion of all assigned duties.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Supervise and direct assigned personnel in their activities to complete assignments on time and within estimated cost.

JOB DUTIES:

Perform all duties within the guidelines set forth in the policies and procedures manual.

Create an atmosphere whereby subordinates are encouraged to improve their skills and maintain a high level or morale for themselves and other employees.

See that assigned personnel start working on time and ensure that they work the number of hours for which they are paid.

Assist and direct drivers as well as foremen in the following areas: Using equipment in a safe and proper manner, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communications and housekeeping of projects.

Participate in the periodic evaluation of all assigned personnel; Discuss contributions to company; Development; possible pay adjustments.

Supervise and direct the activities of assigned personnel in the performance of their duties, directing and instructing in proper operation/technique, use and maintenance of machinery.

Supervise and direct activities of all subcontractors and ensure they comply with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and quality of workmanship.

See that all new personnel receive proper orientation to acquaint them with the company, policies, safety, and their specific job responsibilities.

Develop a cooperative working relationship with all management, seeking their comments and suggestions.

Cooperate with human resources and risk management departments. Requirement to be knowledgeable to all aspects of EEO and safety responsibilities. Must comply with all requirements mandated and must insist subordinates comply as well.

Conduct a continuous evaluation of the following items: Cost and yields, material yields, plans and schedules, salaries, promotions, job assignments, equipment needs, personnel needs, on the job training program, job safety, security and crime prevention and quality control. Problems, changes or recommendations must be reported to Department Manager.

Monitor closely all costs and yields within area of responsibility and be constantly alert to changes in the relationship of the two which might be an adverse indication.

Schedule the purchase of all materials and supplies within area of responsibility and coordinate delivery to achieve the optimal use of material, labor and equipment.

Ensure all work complies with all local laws, ordinance, EPA and DOT regulations concerning all activities.

Maintain close contact and a good working relationship with the general public, engineers, inspectors and customers to facilitate job progress. Promoting positive company image is required. Develop and maintain a courteous and considerate attitude of assigned personnel toward these groups.

Assist assigned supervisors with motor vehicle and equipment inspections, maintenance requests and repairs as needed.

Review all required daily reports, verify their correctness, and promptly send to the transportation department manager.

Assist operations foreman with scheduling of trucks and subcontractors.

Maintain a daily log recording important conversations and events which could be used to future reference and ensure all supervisors maintain their daily logs.

King Asphalt, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.