Grading Superintendent
East Coast Civil Group
Morrisville, NC

Full Time: $95,000 – $110,000, depending on experience.

East Coast Civil Group is a full-service civil construction contractor based in Morrisville, NC. We pride ourselves on providing turn-key site development services, “from treetop to blacktop.” From excavation & grading, to stormwater & sewer lines — and everywhere in-between — we handle it all. Our experienced team and crews deliver proven results for commercial site development.

We are looking for a positive addition to our team. To learn more, visit our website at EastCoastCivilGroup.com

Job description:

• Maintaining a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and or people for the task.
• Holding ECCG’s values in high regard including honesty, loyalty and other beliefs of the company.
• Maintaining the highest ethical standards at all times.
• Communicating openly with upper management about job and anything related to the job i.e., scheduling, job requirements, employees, subs, equipment, etc. as well as coordinating weekly look ahead.
• Being responsible for field implementation of contract documents.
• Being responsible for field operations and jobs and crews assigned to you.
• Building positive relationships with team members, subcontractors, and clients is crucial. Interpersonal skills like empathy, diplomacy, and networking contribute to successful collaboration. Ensuring customer satisfaction is absolutely the most important role you will play. We will always have a business if we have repeat business because people are satisfied.
• Supervising foreman’s activities and the performance of their regular duties.
• Analyzing construction equipment requirements and maintenance.
• Maintaining daily records of significant project facts, events, and conditions.
• Entering daily project data including but not limited to labor, equipment and quantity reporting.
• Determining soil conditions, utility conflicts, and other factors affecting the daily operation of jobs.
• Working with job owners to ensure customer satisfaction. This is absolutely the most vital role. We will always have a business if we have repeat business because people are satisfied.
• Instructing and training new employees to ensure the safety of everyone on the job. An untrained employee is a liability.
• Operating equipment as needed in rare situations to properly complete task at hand or instruct the operator or foreman how to do the task themselves.
• Performing all duties as necessary or assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Must have excellent communication, organization, coordination, and time management skills. Active listening as well as critical thinking and reasoning skills are absolutely necessary.
• Familiarity with construction technology, including GPS, lasers, and slope control, enhances efficiency and accuracy.
• Must have thorough understanding of construction drawings, standards, and specifications.
• Thorough knowledge of erosion control installation, maintenance, and documentation.
• Knowledge of traffic control standards.
• Proficient in reading blueprints.
• Superintendents must be problem solvers and can work with unexpected challenges that occur daily.
• 7-10 years’ experience as a grading/excavation superintendent (utilities a plus).
• Must effectively manage employees and anticipate potential issues.
• Superintendents must maintain a high level of professionalism. This includes adhering to schedules, following safety protocols, and handling conflicts professionally.
• Taking proactive steps to address issues and improve processes demonstrates effective leadership. Superintendents should be self-motivated and forward-thinking.
• Adapting to changing conditions and making the most of available resources is vital. Superintendents need to find creative solutions to optimize efficiency.
• Construction sites can be challenging environments. Superintendents should handle criticism, stress, and pressure with resilience.
• Meeting deadlines and managing unexpected setbacks require composure under pressure.
• Commitment to project success.
• Effective delegation allows tasks to be distributed efficiently and empowers team members.
• Precise execution of plans, adherence to specifications, and quality control rely on keen attention to detail.
• The grade superintendent has many roles, and it's impossible to list them all here. We are looking for a star. We want someone who has vision and ideas. Someone who is ready to establish a home here at ECCG and continue to grow with us as we grow.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in heavy civil construction / estimating
• Bachelor s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred but not required.
• Background in project start-up meetings, sub-contractor and vendor by-outs, owner estimates, sub / vendor requisitions and cost-to-completes
• Excellent teamwork, communication and people skills a must.
• Solid time management skills and excellent organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Agtek, Windows Environment and Microsoft Project.
• Working knowledge of estimating, engineering, cost tracking systems and site surveying
• Contract Negotiations

Conditions of Employment:

Successful candidate must submit to post offer, pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background check.

Who We Are:

East Coast Civil Group serves Central North Carolina. We offer competitive salary and benefits (including medical, dental and 401K, paid vacation, 6 paid holidays).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Grading/Excavation Superintendent: 7 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Morrisville, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person