Superintendent

Vector Construction, a Structural Group Company, integrates technology-driven, engineered solutions into its industry-leading contracting services. Vector Construction's capabilities include specialty design-build services for new and existing structures, as well as a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services. With offices located throughout the United States, and as a signatory to local, national, and international labor union agreements, Vector Construction has the track record and the experience to meet our customers' specialty contracting needs. 

Skills

• Basic computer skills to include basic use of email, MS Word and MS Excel; Basic construction math skills (square footage, productivity analysis, etc.); Ability to mentor foremen on use and benefit of look ahead field schedules. Basic scheduling knowledge. Strong knowledge of various construction materials and their applications within their respective industry.

• Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and executing to specifications.

• Possess strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to train, mentor and hold team members accountable. Dedicated to 24/7 safety culture. Dedication to quality. Displays adherence to company operating principles. Ability to build relationships with client. At this level may be heavily involved in selection and hiring new field employees

Additional Experience Requirements

• May be required to possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card and pass periodic, comprehensive background checks at clearance level designated by clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to supervise a minimum of 2 Foreman, Techs / Craft, Leadman, and Assistant Superintendents, with subcontractor oversight.

• Assists or performs the duties of Leadman or Foreman when needed.

• Accurately estimates labor requirements, develops crew schedule and assures the productive completion of the work tasks of Techs I, II, III, Leadman, and Foreman.

• Analyzes worker and production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans.

• Assigns work to employees, based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs. Coordinates work activities with other construction project activities.

• Assists Business Development efforts including: providing take-offs, providing production rate & means-and-method recommendations, participating in bid reviews, meeting with potential clients and GC's.

• Assists Project Managers in evaluating historical man hour production rates, tracking actual job production rates and material costs, analyzing this data to report current job costs, change orders, accurately forecasting job progress by creating look-ahead schedules , and uncovering any items that might negatively impact the schedule or budget.

• Assures that the crew is operating all tools and equipment in a proper, productive, and safe manner.

• Completes all essential paperwork in a clear and accurate manner. Submits paperwork to office within appropriate time to avoid delays in processing.

• Confers with managerial and technical personnel, other departments, and contractors in order to resolve problems and coordinate activities.

• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

• Maintains high quality workmanship and assures that all work is completed in accordance with contract specifications and Company standards.

• Assures that all equipment and vehicles are well maintained, repaired, and cleaned in an appropriate manner. Reports major repairs that are required to mechanic or shop person so that no crew down time is incurred. Arranges for repairs of equipment and machinery, when needed.

• Maintains good communication with branch, field crews, and clients.

• Maintains a clean and well-organized jobsite.

• Prepares and maintains a complete and accurate tool and equipment list for each job task (e.g., grouting, concrete placement, demolition, expansion joint installation, etc.).

• Accurately determines the amount of materials to complete all tasks on project. Assures adequate materials are on site so that no crew downtime is incurred.

• Participates in Pre-Project and Pre-Task Planning and implements in the field.

• Trains workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, and company policies.

• Reads specifications such as blueprints to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures.

• Meets with Project Managers at least weekly to review job progress.

• Stays informed on subcontractor scope of work and technical specifications.

• Demonstrates strong time management & organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.

• Completes and maintains two-week or other required schedules.

• Ability to run generally up to 4 projects at a time (depending on complexity of project)

• Builds and maintains client relationships and trust

• Manages subcontractor labor as part of the project team and ensures they follow company safety policies and procedures

Essential Safety Duties

• Assures all PPE required by safety specs is worn by employees, subcontractors and site visitors

• Communicates expectations regarding our safety culture and holds employees accountable

• Ensures job hazard analysis is complete when preplanning projects

• Performs work in strict compliance with jobsite/shop requirements and the Field Guide to Better Safety

• Performs all work in compliance with Company's safety policies as well as industry standards

• Understands the principles of Safety 24/7 and empowers his/her team toward reaching its safety goals

• Examines/inspects work progress, equipment, and jobsites to verify safety standards are met

• Leads daily and weekly safety Tool Box meetings and leads/participates in Jobsite Safety Analyses (JSA)

• Ensures jobsite/shop is maintained in a safe manner

• Performs Safety Assessments specified by jobsite

• Promotes 24/7 Safety Culture and exhibits a Safety 24/7 attitude in all situations

• Provides leadership/guidance in developing/continuously improving safety protocol in the field/shop

• Reports immediately, accurately and in full detail all incidents

• Initiates actions to assure timely resolution of identified hazards or unsafe conditions/practices

• Reviews findings at end of the inspection with jobsite employees

• Reviews subcontractor safety reports and assists in sharing progress with client and operations team

• Sets an example for others by demonstrating that safety is a core value

• Trains project team members on how to properly conduct JSA's, SOR's and recognize Near Hits

• Wears all Personal Protection Equipment required by safety specifications

Physical Requirements

• Able to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down

• Able to handle and utilize various tools and equipment

• Able to keep hand and arm steady while moving arm or holding arm and hand in one position

• Able to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50lbs without assistance

• Able to move your hand, hand and arm together, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, assemble objects

• Able to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator when required on specific jobsites

• Able to speak and hear detailed information through oral communication

• Dexterity of hand and fingers to operate a computer, small hand-held power tools, office equipment

• Has visual acuity to operate motor vehicle and/or heavy equipment

• Has visual acuity to see items clearly and sharply and to recognize small detail

• Performs physical activity that requires balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, reaching

• Performs physical activity that requires considerable use of arms, legs, and moving whole body

• Performs physical activity such as climbing ladders/scaffolding

• Physical capability to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Special Requirements

• Willing to work from project site up to 100%

• Can provide reliable transportation to and from the jobsite daily

• Possess valid drivers license to operate company vehicles or to drive for business purposes

• Willing to work 50-55 hour per week and have flexible work hours

• Willing to work at heights up to 650 feet off the ground

Vector Construction is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.  We offer a competitive base salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, generous paid vacation, and tuition reimbursement for professional development. EOE/M/F/D/V