Project Superintendent - Orlando, FL

 

Job ID:  489864

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH South Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects.  Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services.  Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division a great place to work.  We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

 

 

 

The Project Superintendent will manage jobsites and all activities related to assigned projects, including overseeing the logistics, material delivery, equipment, personnel, schedule, and safety. The Project Superintendent will work closely with Project Managers to establish and maintain project plans and manage subcontractor activities on project sites. 
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 Safety

• Ensure compliance with our Safety Practices & Procedures. Enforce company safety rules by conducting daily safety meetings to identify and mitigate any risks for each shift.
• Hold daily T-5’s to identify/mitigate risks for each task for that shift.
• Identify and document any near misses throughout the shift. Hold additional T-5’s throughout the shift if applicable.
• Report all incidents immediately to Operations Manager.
• Verify special condition signs (Uneven Lane and Grooved Pavement) prior to paving and verify for compliance.
• Never compromise safety to meet a production goal. Hold Safety talks with subcontractors.

 

Quality Control

• Know the specifications/QC requirements for projects we are working on, making sure internal and external crews follow those requirements.
• Ensure that the crew is following all QC requirements that relate to our work in the field.

 

Coordination/Operation

• Work closely with the Project Managers to establish and maintain a project plan to determine time frame, budget, staffing requirements, etc.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for both long term and short-term needs. Obtain a copy of the plans and budget prior to starting work.
• Communicate any special equipment needs prior to mobilizing. Communicate roles and expectations to internal/external crews.
• Ensure all prep activities are completed prior to paving crews’ arrival, or if not completed, make sure these areas are communicated to Project Manager.
• Inspect work progress, solve arising problems, maintain work records and supervise team to assist in the installation and construction of grading projects.
• Obtain lane closure restrictions and Damage Recovery amounts.
• Communicate any unforeseen conditions or additional work to Project Manager. Provide daily feedback regarding the overall project to Project Manager.
• Order Materials.
• At times, work activities will happen at night. Night work will be determined on a project-by-project basis.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily according to Preferred Materials, Inc. guidelines and standards.

 

Education/Experience

• 8+ years of construction industry experience with 2 years in a Foreman or Superintendent role.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

 

Work Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, criminal background check and driving record review.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Must be legally authorized to work in The United States.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills and attributes. Understand MOT plans and project phasing.
• Experience in general survey (i.e. grade/lane lines layout, checking x-slopes).
• Proficient in operating equipment
• CDL preferred (not required).
• Ability to read project plans.
• Ability to keep time and material records.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to conduc