Site Superintendent

Job Summary

This position will be based out of Ahtna's Renton, Washington office and will primarily be a 'Field Assignment Position,' with work locations across the continental US focusing on the western United States and reporting to the corresponding Program Manager Sr. or site-specific designee. Directly supervises and coordinates activities of construction and/or extraction workers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate with the team to manage field personnel to complete tasks on time and within budget.
• Supervise carpenters, equipment operators, and other craft laborers on construction and environmental job sites.
• Examine and inspect work progress and equipment on construction and environmental project sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met.
• Read specifications such as blueprints to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures.
• Estimate materials and worker requirements to complete jobs.
• Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers.
• Confer with managerial and technical personnel, other departments, and contractors in order to resolve problems and coordinate activities.
• Coordinate work activities with other construction and environmental project activities.
• Order or requisition materials and supplies as needed.
• Locate, measure, and mark site locations and placement of structures and equipment using measuring and marking equipment.
• Record information such as personnel, production, and operational data on specified forms and reports; communicate with the Project Manager.
• Assign work to employees based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs.
• Train workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Analyze worker and production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans.
• Arrange for repairs of equipment and machinery.
• Schedule and supervise subcontractors.

Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent
• Ten (10) years of experience supervising and directing construction crews
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the use of construction tools and equipment
• Valid Driver's license with the ability to be covered under company vehicle policy and the ability to travel to local facilities
• Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DOD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
• Some positions may require U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• USACE/QCM Certification
• OSHA 30 hr. certification
• Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies

• Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Working Environment

May be indoors or outdoors, subject to confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.

Physical Demands

Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components.

Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.

Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials.

Work Schedule

Varies as business/operational needs dictate

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$120,000/year per request

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