Superintendent
Foundation Personnel, a leading Geotechnical and Foundations recruitment agency, is currently seeking a qualified Project Engineer to join our clients team. Our client’s a global leader in foundation solutions and operates in 90 countries worldwide. With iconic projects like the World Trade Center and Southeast Expressway, they pioneer innovation. Through techniques like Slurry Walls and Jet Grouting, they set new standards in foundation engineering globally.
Job Title: Superintendent
Location: Boston, MA
Primary Function:
Supervise total construction efforts to ensure project is constructed in accordance with safety regulations, design, budget and schedule while having responsibility for providing on-site operations/production management, as well as supervision of local trade groups. Reports To General superintendent or Project Manager.
Activities and Responsibilities:
- Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with all current safety regulations, design, budget and schedule.
- Supervise craft employees and/or other contractors as required by the contract.
- Provide technical assistance (e.g. interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc.) as required.
- Assist project management in developing and implementing project procedures, working documents, standards, etc.
- Ensure all onsite personnel comply with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules, etc., documenting all violations and notifying project management.
- Assume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
- Assist in resolving construction problems as required.
- Assist in maintaining communications with unions, resolving jurisdictional disputes, requisitioning required manpower, etc., as necessary.
- Fully support EHS and Quality policies and regulations, ensuring that all Company and OSHA safety regulations are met and enforced.
- Perform additional assignments per the Project Manager’s direction.
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience
- 4-year engineering degree, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience.
- Minimum 8 years supervisory experience in deep foundations projects and/or heavy construction. Grouting experience is a plus.
- Advanced understanding of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to control and supervise large groups.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training and First-Aid/CPR Certification.
- Knowledge of construction industry business practices.
- Strong interpersonal skills including excellent verbal/written communication
- Strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods).
- Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills
