General Grade Superintendent

Job ID:  515298

Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

Position Overview

In this role, you will coordinate personnel, equipment, and resources on heavy civil construction projects of various sizes.  You will manage day-to-day relations with construction crews and the client and travel to various job sites as needed.  You will supervise Grade Superintendents as direct reports and will report directly to the Construction Manager.  As the General Superintendent, you’ll see visible results of your work each day, playing an integral part as we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Be the site safety champion: ensure the safety of all crew members and the public who may interact with the job. Follow and enforce company policies and procedures with all crew personnel and subcontractors.
• Hire, train, and mentor new employees: participate in the 30-60-90 Training Program.  Promote continuous growth of employees.
• Work with other Grade Superintendents, Project Managers, Paving Superintendents, and Construction Manager to schedule crews effectively and efficiently based on business needs.
• Work with Project Manager/Estimator to develop and update project schedules.
• Work with Project Manager/Estimator and/or other Lines of Business to schedule projects, personnel, equipment, subcontractors, and resources.
• Prior to job startup, review with the Project Manager and Foreman the project plans and specifications.  Participate in project handoffs and cost reviews.
• Assist Project Managers by providing feedback on job progress and identify changes to the scope of work and if change orders are necessary.
• Assist Project Managers by performing field measurements and determining sources.  Check that job quantities are correct.
• Check daily cost sheets for correctness, compliance with estimated cost, and if over budget, find out why and report to Project Manager.
• Schedule and coordinate any necessary material testing.
• Participate as required in pre-bid and post-job meetings to evaluate performance and profitability of projects to ensure goals are attainable and met.
• Interface daily with crews to ascertain their needs, problems, and job progress.
• Supervise and coordinate daily crew activities and review production schedules.
• Production performance: recommend methods to improve safety, production targets, equipment performance, product quality, and crew performance.
• Ensure crew timecards are turned in timely, coding is correct, equipment and labor hours are recorded accurately.
• Review Plans, Specs, Work Order, Contract Documents frequently to ensure compliance.
• Participate in project meetings with contracting agencies and customers
• Communicate with customers, inspectors, and members of the public in a positive and friendly manner.
• Regular and timely attendance.

Qualifications

• Background in heavy civil construction to include excavation, underground utilities, grading, site work, concrete, and asphalt paving (5+ years).
• Strong background in construction, having progressed from a laborer to a leadership position, and possessing the ability to teach, coach, and mentor all crew members, including equipment operators, laborers, across various scopes of work.
• Ability to read project plans and interpret specifications.
• Skilled in managing all aspects of multiple construction projects at a time, including personnel, scheduling, and equipment (5+ years).
• Provide coaching, mentoring, feedback, and promote a safe working environment for all employees.
• Excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work well with a wide range of personality types.
• Proficient with computer programs and the Microsoft Office Suite and possess the ability to quickly learn new programs and applications.
• Have a valid driver’s license, the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, and have current US Authorization to work, or the ability to obtain prior to start without company assistance.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Proactive not reactive; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• GRIP – with at least 90 lbs. of force                  
• CLIMBING – in, around, and on equipment                    
• HEAVY LIFTING – of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist
• AWKWARD POSITIONS – getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground
• FLEXIBILITY – awkward reaches                      
• BALANCE – including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.         
• VISION – 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions
• HEARING – corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.  Day and night work.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability