Location: Virginia,MN, USA
Grading General SuperintendentJob BriefBlakemore Construction is currently seeking an experienced Grading General Superintendent with a strong background in management and heavy highway work. Responsible for directing and managing the Grading Superintendents and activities in the field.RequirementsGains complete understanding of plan details and specifications of the job assigned including estimate, man-hour budget and communicates plan details to the assigned superintendent on the job.Plans and organizes work to maximize potential crew productivity by employing delay free production; maximizes equipment utilization levels by ensuring availability and operator effectiveness. Coordinates with operations on the project needs for equipment and labor.Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of job.Ensure schedule is meeting deadlines and financial budget. Attend job meetings as required.Schedules field personnel assignments.Inspects construction and utilities work as necessary.Ensures safety is carried out throughout the construction process and job site.Conducts all work in compliance with Blakemore Construction's policies, procedures and programs.Properly follows company and OSHA safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the Vice President.Responsible for reviewing and approving all grading crew time cards.Responsible for reviewing, coding and approving all grading invoices.Days and hours of work vary based on job size and job locations. Evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand.Performs other duties as required.Training & ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent (GED) required (equivalent work experience will be considered)Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred (continuing education in construction highly desirable)Minimum 8 years of construction experience with at least 3 years of construction supervisory experience requiredExperience with highway, bridge, site development, grading or underground utilitiesConsiderable knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices.OSHA 30 hour certification required (those not having this credential must certify or be enrolled in a certification course within 6 months of hire/promotion)Must have a strong safety recordA valid Class A CDL and clean driving record is a plusMust successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug screen and motor vehicles records checkPhysical RequirementsAble to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and climb all dayAble to lift up to 90 poundsRequires the following specific types of vision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focusAble to work with moving mechanical parts, high/precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic/caustic chemicalsAble to work in high, precarious places as well as in extreme heat and extreme coldAble to work in moderate to loud work environmentTravel RequirementsPosition requires extensive travel to and from job sites to monitor status of jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr