Construction Superintendent

Construction Superintendent | Harahan, LA (New Orleans Area) 

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to join the team of one of our fantastic clients! This direct hire position will be responsible for managing multiple site operations in the Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas. The role will mostly be on construction sites, but will involve one day a week at their office location in Harahan, LA. This position offers solid job stability, a competitive compensation package (company phone, car, fuel card, and more!) , a close-knit team that values employee well-being, and the chance to be an impactful leader within the civil construction space. If you are seeking a long-term career opportunity with a company that will truly value your expertise, we invite you to apply!

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Superintendent leads project teams and is responsible for the proactive oversight, management and leadership of all field/job site operations including employee and equipment management, safety, quality control, scheduling, planning, production and cost control from mobilization to completion/closeout. The superintendent has full organizational and site project management responsibilities to effectively lead the construction team and ensure they have all the resources needed to be successful.

Taking Charge

CEG's client TAKES CHARGE in constructing strong foundations to build upon. The focus is to do it SAFE and to do it RIGHT - the first time. The vision is to make an IMPACT and to INNOVATE, MAKE MONEY, HAVE FUN and REPEAT every day and all day.  

The Take Charge SUPERINTENDENT:

Plans the Work and Works the Plan

• Fully understands all project deliverables (scope, schedule, reporting) and takes charge to ensure those deliverables are met.

• Manages planning process to ensure foremen have planned out the daily activities in advance and that all materials, equipment, tools, and labor are onsite and available prior to the start of work.

• Participates in, mentors, and guides the foremen in the planning process.

• Leads foremen and overall project team in Pre-Task Planning (JHA) and communicates the upcoming activities.

• Creates the 2-week look-a-ahead schedule with input from foremen and reviews with project manager.

• Manages the overall project progress, schedule, and punch list items to achieve project deliverables.

• Identifies any conflicts/issues and communicates with client and project manager for timely resolution.

• Maintains a daily log for the job site's operations. 

  
  

Manages Sites with Safety as a Top Priority

• Be actively engaged on your project.

• Be a mentor that educates and provides guidance for those under your supervision. 

• Take charge and ensure a safe job site for all employees.

• Provide leadership and guidance during safety meetings, encouraging others to engage and give feedback/opinions.

• Lead by example and adhere to safety processes and standards. 

• Recognize and identify hazards in upcoming work and proactively engage with the project manager and safety manager to mitigate any upcoming risks.

  
  

Delivers Quality Results

• Ensure that all materials being used are in accordance with approved submittals and other project documents.

• Coordinate and schedule all required inspections and testing with appropriate parties.

• Maintain an organized and up to date set of project documents (specifications, contract(s), drawings, revisions, submittals, RFI's, etc.); Communicate with project team regarding project documentation.

• Maintain daily logs, records and as-built drawings for all activities on the jobsite.

• Perform quality control duties, create punch lists, make timely corrections to the work, and hold team members accountable for doing the work correctly the first time. 

  
  

Takes Ownership

• TAKE CHARGE and lead your site teams to ensure the work is being performed safely, productively and with quality workmanship.

• Ensure that the equipment onsite is in good working condition and is returned to our yard CLEAN.

• Ensure material deliveries are accurate and any equipment rentals are returned in a timely manner.

• Directly and proactively address any item that might prohibit teams from successfully executing the day's work.

Drives Productivity and Efficiency 

• Ensure  work is being tracked and share progress with the team.

• Be creative and innovative to create strategies that out-perform labor and equipment budgets.

• Evaluate project execution plan weekly so any necessary adjustments can be made.

• Consistently and accurately evaluate crew and team members in our system, give praise when deserved and ensure all are held properly responsible and accountable.

• Coordinate, communicate and proactively engage with all team members; reviewing work plans, progress, production, reports, etc. to identify issues and opportunities.

• Seek feedback from others to develop the best ideas.

• Make changes in the operations as necessary to best meet construction deadlines.

• Implement management techniques that are cost-effective and efficient.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 5 years of experience in Construction Industry, heavy construction preferred, with a demonstrated understanding of construction methods and work site management.

• Understanding of heavy construction, including but not limited to demolition, earthwork, utilities, and concrete paving and associated heavy equipment used during execution of work .

• Familiarity with requirements and interpretation of drawings, specifications, purchase orders, submittals and other construction related documentation.

• Understand quantity take-offs, production rates, crew types/sizes, etc.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Good math/accounting skills. 

• Strong management and leadership skills to hold others responsible and accountable. 

• Strong and proactive decision making and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent time management and organizational skills. 

• Endurance and ability to visit entire job site(s), including stairs or other elevated structures.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.