Superintendent - Public

Fred Smith Company is currently searching for an experienced Superintendent for our Public Division. We are a Heavy Civil Construction Contractor working in the commercial site work, infrastructure, and asphalt markets in North Carolina.

• Perform all duties within the guidelines set forth in the policies and procedures manual, create an atmosphere whereby subordinates are encouraged to improve their skills and maintain a high level of morale for themselves and other employees.
• See that assigned crews and support crew start working on time and assure that they work the number of hours for which they are paid.
• Assist and direct crews in the following areas: using equipment in a safe and proper manner, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communications, and housekeeping of projects.
• Participate in the periodic evaluation of all assigned personnel, discussing their contributions to the company, their development, and possible pay adjustment.
• Supervise and direct the activities of assigned personnel in the performance of their duties, directing and instructing them in the proper operation, technique, use, and maintenance of equipment.
• Supervise and direct the activities of all project subcontractors and ensure they comply with company policies and procedures, safety requirements, and quality workmanship.
• See that all new personnel receive proper orientation to acquaint them with company policies, safety, and their job responsibilities.
• Develop a cooperative working relationship with all management, seeking their comments and suggestions.
• Cooperate with Human Resources and Risk Management Departments, being knowledgeable as to aspects of EEO and safety responsibilities, comply with these requirements, and insist upon compliance among all subordinates.
• Conduct a continuous evaluation of the following items: cost and yields, material yields, plans and schedules, salaries, promotions, job assignments, equipment needs, personnel needs, on-the-job training programs, job safety, security and crime prevention needs, and quality control; relate any problems, changes, or recommendations to the General Superintendent.
• Monitor closely all costs and yields within the area of responsibility and be constantly alert to changes in the relationship of the two which might be an adverse indication.
• Schedule the purchase of all material within the area of responsibility, and coordinate delivery to achieve the optimal use of material, labor, and equipment.
• Ensure all work undertaken complies with all local laws, ordinances, and EPA regulations concerning all project and specialty crew activities.
• Maintain close contact and good working relationships with the general public, engineers, inspectors, and customers to facilitate job progress and promote a positive company image; develop a courteous and considerate attitude of assigned personnel toward these groups.
• Assist assigned supervisors with equipment inspections, request maintenance and repair crews as needed.
• Review all required daily reports, verify their correctness, and transmit them promptly to the Project Manager.
• Assist the General Superintendent with scheduling of specialty crews, subcontractors, and preparing progress schedules.
• Maintain a daily log recording important conversations and events which could be used for future reference and ensure all supervisors maintain their daily logs/diary.

• General knowledge of several disciplines, including drainage, grading, stone base, asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, use of complicated construction drawings, and a variety of precision measuring instruments.

• Minimum of five years prior experience managing heavy civil construction projects.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a positive driving history.

Fred Smith Company offers competitive pay, benefits, and one of the best 401(k) matching programs in the construction industry.

Fred Smith Company is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. Fred Smith Company is an E‑Verify Participant.

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