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 LOCATION: OH, WV, PA

 JOB PURPOSE                                                                                                                                                                                                     

 The Earthwork Superintendent is responsible for the safety, quality, efficiency, and timeliness of the project. This position will provide on-site coordination for all phases of the project, including material, equipment, subcontractors, and labor. While there are specific responsibilities and expectations described below, it is essential that the Earthwork Superintendent be organized, possess good judgment skills, communicate effectively, and have technical knowledge.

 DUTIES AND  RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                                                                                   

• Promotes safety, quality, efficiency, and core values
• Assists in estimating production rates, manpower needs, and equipment needs at the time of bid
• Develops, refines, and updates the project schedule
• Complete knowledge and understanding of contract drawings/specifications
• Understands project costs and manages company assets
• Creates and manages project documentation
• Coordinates project operations including subcontractors and material vendors
• Knowledge of all regulations to ensure all aspects of the project are compliant
• Provides leadership and maintains effective working relationships with the on-site staff
• Develops daily crew lists and manages field activities to ensure the project completion date is met
• Leads weekly foreman meeting
• Plans and develops a two-week forecast to proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions
• Maintains regulatory compliance for projects
• Ability to interface and maintain good relationships with owners
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change or include additional items at any time and without prior notice, verbally or in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                                                       

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or construction-related degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum of ten years of experience supervising earthwork construction projects with increasing responsibilities
• Minimum of ten years of experience in mass excavation/heavy civil site development experience

Requirements/Competencies

• Ability to meet deadlines and be driven to closure
• Ability to multitask on complex projects
• Ability to meet deadlines and be driven to closure
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications
• Ability to read and interpret mass excavation diagrams and formulate efficient earthmoving operations
• Leadership and management skills, including the ability to make decisions with integrity
• Experience dealing with subcontractors and vendors
• Proficient written and verbal skills, attention to detail
• Proactive, self-motivating, problem solver
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required
• Ability to plan and develop project schedule
• Ability to understand the direct costs of the project
• Familiar with Microsoft Office products

Valid Driver’s License Required

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, and the work week for employees is normally considered 40 hours Monday through Friday. Flexibility is required to support time-sensitive issues as they arise. However, greater emphasis is placed on meeting the responsibilities assigned to this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Most of the work is performed outdoors under all weather conditions. The work schedule will involve travel and potential work at different field locations as necessary. Depending on the project, overnight stays may be expected. Administrative work takes place in a non-smoking office or field office environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS                                                                                                                                                             

The physical requirements must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

Employees must have the ability to: 

• Sit (or stand) for prolonged periods of time   
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally bend, twist, squat, and kneel 
• Occasionally walk up and down the stairs
• Demonstrate visual acuity with or without corrected vision
• Demonstrate hearing acuity with or without corrected hearing
• Must be able to walk outdoor construction sites with uneven terrain and obstacles
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions

Company DescriptionThe Great Lakes Construction Co. is a 100% employee owned company. As an ESOP Company (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), our employees share in the success and profits of the company. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for partners to contribute to our continued success. You will enjoy the opportunity to grow as an employee owner in a results-oriented atmosphere. The Great Lakes Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, veteran, or disability status. The Great Lakes Construction Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

"The Great Lakes Way ... Safe. Capable. Efficient."

Apply online at www.GreatLakesWay.comCompany DescriptionThe Great Lakes Construction Co. is a 100% employee owned company. As an ESOP Company (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), our employees share in the success and profits of the company. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for partners to contribute to our continued success. You will enjoy the opportunity to grow as an employee owner in a results-oriented atmosphere. The Great Lakes Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, veteran, or disability status. The Great Lakes Construction Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. \r
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