Project Superintendent

Kort's Construction Services Inc.•South Portland, ME

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: Responsible and accountable for the following project plans, schedules and ensuring that crew members and Subcontractors under his/her direction perform daily and weekly activities to meet production goals safely and must understand and accept the importance and liability of the role.

Requirements

Requires the mobility to perform vehicle operating duties.
The Project Superintendent has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects.
The Project Superintendent will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold.
Effective communication with crew members, management team, subcontractors, owners and office staff
Excellent problem solving ability
Ability to multi-task
Safety Vest - A safety vest is mandatory when performing work in traffic/pedestrian areas.
Hardhats - Hardhat use is mandatory on ALL job sites.
Hand Protection – Gloves are required to assure hand protection.
Foot Protection - Safety shoes are mandatory on all job sites (steel-toe)
Eye Protection – Safety glasses are mandatory while working on-site.
Always be aware of potential dangers and hazards around you while driving vehicles or operating equipment.
Other Motor Vehicles
Other People
Power Lines
Underground Utilities, etc.
Failure to follow procedures or company policy will result in disciplinary action, loss of position and/or termination.

Nice To Haves

Team Player
Team Productivity
Accuracy and timeliness of Projects
Flagger Certified
CPR/First Aid Certified
OSHA 30
Leadership Training
TCS

Responsibilities

Ability to read and understand project plans and specifications
Ability to direct a crew in a safe and efficient manner
Complete the Daily Project Report on a daily basis and email to Administration and PM
Identify and locate any underground or overhead utilities before the start of construction
Accurately do take-offs and order materials
Maintenance of all equipment, trucks, etc. on-site
Coordination of project activities with the Project Manager
Delegation of tasks to crews and subs on-site
Ensure that fuel, grease, etc. are on-site for equipment, trucks, etc.
Accuracy of grade and project layout
Verify that the project follows plans and specs
Ensure all crew members on-site are working to his/her full potential
Safety and security of job site, subcontractors and crew members
Daily and monthly inventory of tools and equipment
Accuracy of crew's time (Heavy Jobs)
Accuracy of material tickets and ensuring these get turned into the office
Ensure that the project is secured at the end of each working day
Report approvals, changes, etc. regarding the project to the PM. If any changes are made to the original plans/specs/agreement, there must be written documentation between KCS Project Manager and the Owner/Engineer/Architect/Contractor/ Subcontractor via email, letter, and/or change order detailing the new scope, quantities and pricing before any work can be done.
Report ALL incidents/injuries/complaints, etc., major or minor, to Equipment Manager and Human Resources.
Maintain a daily list of tasks and goals to be accomplished for the following day. Planning and being prepared is important.
Ensuring crew and subcontractor compliance with project policies, procedures and company policies
Recognizing, addressing and resolving issues that arise on site
Provide coaching and encouragement to crew members