Superintendent

WHAT WE DO:"‹Bowen is an employee-owned national construction company that works primarily in the Water, Wastewater, Industrial and Energy sectors. Regularly listed as one of ENR's top 50 environmental contractors, Bowen works on projects that improve the quality of the air we breathe and the water we use every day. When you turn on the faucet, flush the toilet or flip the light switch - you are using the infrastructure that Bowen builds and maintains every day. Bowen self-performs site work, concrete, underground utility work, structural steel, equipment setting, millwright, mechanical and process piping and boilermaker construction."‹WHO WE ARE:At Bowen our purpose is growing people, and our team is our greatest asset. We share credit for success and never walk away from a problem when there is a challenge. We have genuine concern for others. We are employee-owned. We work hard every day to build the toughest projects. We are not perfect, and we will always aim to continuously improve. If you are a hardworking, creative person who is seeking to build a career, let us know. We are growing, and we need your help."‹SUMMARY:Provides overall on-site leadership and management on a construction project site. The Superintendent is considered the Company's representative and main point of contact on the construction site. The Superintendent handles the flow of communication between Clients' on- site representatives, on-site inspectors, union representatives, subcontractors, craft workers, and company personnel. The Superintendent plans, coordinates, and supervises onsite functions including scheduling, engineering, material control, and day-to-day direction of field personnel."‹EXPECTED RESULTS:Safety planning is included in all pre-job planning and considered foremost in the daily operations. Provide a safe working environment with NO lost time accidents. Cost of claims continuously below the company's goalThoroughly planning the work. Ensure that the Production System Management techniques and tools are being utilized throughout the crewsMentoring, training, and coaching foremen, engineers and others as assignedCreating and maintaining the project schedule with a constant goal of beating scheduled milestone datesSolving problems and resolving conflicts in a timely mannerFostering good relationships with Client and Client's representativesEffectively managing vendors and subcontractorsEnsuring quality of workmanship meets company standardsPRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Supervise craft employees andor other contractors as required by the contractProvide a safe environment for all workers on the jobsite. Safety responsibilities include, but are not limited to, preplan jobsite safety with Safety Manager, ensure monthly crane inspections are completed; ensure safety is part of all Operation Plans; ensure personnel are safety trained prior to starting an operation; hold foremen accountable for daily crew meetings; ensure existing utilities are located prior to construction activities; conduct safety inspections; issue written warning as needed; respond to accidentnear hit per policy; and comply with drug testing requirementsProvide technical assistance, such as interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc., as requiredAssist project management in developing and implementing project procedures, working documents, standards, etc.Ensure all onsite personnel comply with project procedures, OSHA, safety program, requirements, work rules, etc. Document all violations, notify project management, recommend and implement corrective actions as requiredAssume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials & equipment, and contractual performance of the projectHandle andor assist with contract administration duties, which includes but is not limited to, having a thorough understanding of the Owner's contract terms; preparing RFI's; initiating and monitoring Extra Work Orders; collecting and preparing documentation for proposed change orders with Owner and subcontractorsvendors; communicating with Resident Engineer daily, and attending owner coordination meetingsContinually improve proper working techniques through training, processes & procedures, and company policiesExhibit a thorough understanding of subcontractor and purchase order termsCoordinate and schedule all subcontractors. Schedule weekly meetings with all subcontractors' foremen is encouragedEnsure jobsite layout of structures is accurate. Establish initial controls and offsets (can be hired out to surveyor), double check foreman layout daily, check subgrade elevations daily, and check UG pipe fall, pipe laser setup, etc. dailyMaintain accurate time keeping and cost records (could be used as a basis in estimating)Be sure that material received is properly inspected for quantity and quality, and that the receiving tickets are properly signed and coded and forwarded to Project CoordinatorManage heavy equipment. Review equipment requirements with the Project Manager. Emphasis should be given to utilization of company-owned equipment. Coordinate mobilization and demobilizations with shop personnelCreate job environment of trust, partnering, teamwork, and funCelebrate successes routinelyTrain your replacement. Look for opportunities to share knowledge and on-the-job experiences with foremen and engineersUtilizes company standards for jobsite paperwork, and maintains filesEnsure timely job closeout and punch list completion. Assist in developing plan for startup activitiesESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Must have experience working in a self-perform environment4-year construction management degree or equivalent; andor combinations of technical training andor related experience; andorminimumof8yearsconstruction management; andor craft supervision experience in similar facility constructionExperience must be within heavy industrial (waterwaste water, power, wind, or refinery)Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); craft agreements, jurisdiction, negotiations, engineering, cost control schedule and safety requiredHave a thorough understanding of job cost reportsExcellent communication, organizational, and supervisor skills essentialExcellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills BOWEN BENEFITS:Competitive Base SalaryMedical, dental and vision InsurancePTO on Day 1Annual Discretionary BonusesCompany Truck wgas card7 Paid Holidays (plus 6 additional half-days), 1 Community Day, 1 Floating HolidayQualified Per Diem PlanEmployer paid and supplemental life insurance401k with company matchHSA and FSA optionsEmployee Referral ProgramWellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Short and Long-Term DisabilityFamily Planning and Adoption AssistanceEducation Reimbursement

Created: 2024-10-22