PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The superintendent for the grading division directs all field personnel on a given project, takes
responsibility for all safety and production goals for the project.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To guide all field activities on projects while adhering to all company policies and OSHA /
MSHA regulations, while meeting all safety, quality and schedule goals.
Main Activities
Build a team atmosphere to allow all foreman and operators to thrive and succeed.
Manage several foreman / lead men on separate projects and provide them with the tools,
equipment and technical support they need
Manage several projects in varying locations throughout the Southeast.
o Attend meetings with the client
o Attend pre-con meetings
o Work with Project Engineer to ensure materials are submitted, approved and
delivered on time
o Work with Project Engineer to ensure layout is correct and performed ahead of
time
o Schedule equipment delivery
o Schedule meetings with engineers and owners
o Maintain all erosion control inspections and ensure compliance
o Communicate scope, details and schedule with the foremen
o Random on site safety inspections
o Management production requirements as set forth in the project schedules
o Assist in training new hires and existing personnel
o Assist in recruiting and screening new employees
o Assist in safety meetings
o Communicate project billing information to the office for timely invoicing
o Communicate project time sheets to the office for payroll
o Maintain a project file of fuel sheets, load count sheets, hourly work, change order
requests, and all applicable materials lists
o Schedule and order necessary construction materials
Maintain MSHA compliance on projects
o Check the on site MSHA binder for compliance
o Ensure foremen / lead men have all MSHA paperwork, organized and up to date
o Random inspections of vehicles, equipment and projects
o Attend all required MSHA training
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Maintain all expense reports credit card receipts, coded correctly and turned in weekly
Maintain a professional appearance at all times
Maintain company vehicle
Sub Activities
Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant
legislation, policies and procedures when needed.
Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
Participate in routine maintenance when needed
Practice workplace safety
Maintain inventory
Complete daily fuel, load count and hour logs
General daily preventative equipment maintenance
Maintain current tool inventory in maintenance trailer / truck
Maintain fuel tank level and inventory, communicate to management for deliveries
Install and maintain silt fence.
Maintain all erosion control devices and report deficiencies
Guide and lead the crew in all daily activities
Perform minor emergency repairs on equipment as needed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas or be willing to learn:
Equipment operation and maintenance
Equipment safety
MSHA regulations
OSHA regulations
Site specific hazards and conditions
General site preparation techniques and procedures
Knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other
pieces of heavy equipment
Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage
Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures
Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures
Skills
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:
ability to operate all types of equipment according to the manufacturers recommendations
ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
client service and public interaction skills
team building
analytical and problem solving skills
decision making skills
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effective verbal and listening communications skills
ability to communicate effectively in English
ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records
stress management skills
time management skills
Personal Attributes
The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:
be honest and trustworthy be respectful
able to communicate effectively
possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
be flexible
demonstrate sound work ethics
deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner