Superintendent

CRH · Laplace

Job ID: 527058

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.

Summary:

Superintendents manage the activities of the workforce, materials, trucking, and equipment, and track daily and weekly progress of multiple mid- to large-size construction and paving projects, including complex jobs. All of this is to be accomplished in conjunction with practicing ethical business transactions, and adhering to the corporate policies, values, and beliefs while pursuing the company's short and long-range goals.

Superintendents coordinate field operations for construction and/or paving projects, including schedule, personnel assignments, equipment availability and maintenance, and coordination with owners, inspectors, and other Barriere departments. They ensure all procedures are properly followed. Superintendents communicate with other Superintendents, Field Engineers, Project Managers, Group Managers and Foremen within their Group daily to provide support on operational and personnel decisions.

Superintendents are directly responsible for decisions regarding crews, subcontractors, equipment, problem resolution, record-keeping, and overall success of projects. They plan work 1-4 weeks in advance.

Superintendents must have effective communication skills and proven problem-solving ability to make sound business decisions in a fast-paced environment. Ensuring proper communication among all project teams under their Supervision is a critical role of the Superintendent.

Superintendents also help and teach others, including developing new Foremen into future Superintendents.

Superintendents must ensure that all company safety policies are being followed and that all job sites are working safely.

Superintendents must ensure that all work is performed to the required project specifications

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Participate in weekly toolbox talks, TAR meetings, and all safety programs; ensure Foremen follow safety plans
Oversee hiring, staffing, and training for non-exempt field positions, and provide weekly updates at Group staff meeting
Work closely with the Equipment/Logistics Department daily to ensure jobs are resourced properly
Assist Estimator/Project Manager in pre-bid process; participate in pre-construction planning, ensure resources are available
Assist Foremen in preparing progress schedules; visit job sites for quality and safety reviews
Assign personnel to projects and communicate expectations, goals, and management aspects of the project
Attend and participate in the weekly operations meetings
Understand quality specifications and requirements, contract terms, and project plans
Work hand-in-hand with other Superintendents, Field Engineers, and Foreman to ensure daily and weekly plans are met and daily timesheets are accurately completed and submitted
Communicate with owner representatives throughout the project
Maintain 2-week progress schedule for all projects
Work with and develop Foremen, General Foremen, and Superintendents
Maintain and build new industry relationships.

Core Competencies:

Concern for Safety and Environment (CSE) - Intermediate
Initiative (IN) - Intermediate
Integrity (IT) - Intermediate
Quality Focused (QF) - Intermediate
Teamwork and Communication (TC) - Intermediate

Job Competencies

Work Methods and Procedures

Planning and review (mannpower, daily work)
Interpret and communicate work assignments
Technical construction methods
Quality control
Code compliance
Job Costing and Performance
Payroll administration
Inventory control for tools and equipment
Job Closeout, client acceptance

Tools and Equipment

Project site logistics (temporary facilities)
Basic computer skills (timesheets, email, MS Office)
GPS

Planning and Scheduling

Scheduling crews, equipment, equipment moves, materials, and subcontractors
Reviewing timesheets
Progress schedules
Planning (daily)
Look Ahead Planning (1-3) months)
Punch list and follow up planning.

Barriere Systems, Processes, Policies, and Procedures

Project and workforce scheduling
Monitoring Fleetwatcher and GPS utilization
Coordinating material and equipment requirements with construction project schedules
Ensure that Barriere policies and procedures are being followed
Good understanding of Barriere core values, mission, and business practices.

Technical Communication

Planning and conducting meetings, including safety meetings
Reporting and forecasting
Compliance with drawings and specifications
Handling grievances in line with Company practice

Job Impact

Accountability & Decision Making

Superintendents have the ability and authority to properly and quickly resolve any issues at the jobsite
Generally, oversees multiple concurrent jobs, and multiple Foremen
Decision-Making for TPR, Hiring, Training, and Staffing
Ensures safety of immediate site
Requires minimal supervision.
Reports to Operations Manager and maintains direct communication with Group Manager

Business Results / Measures

Key business results for this position include:
Safety
Quality
Productivity/Profitability
People/Hiring
Equipment
Turnover
Other

Entry Expectations

Work Experience Required

7–12+ years of heavy civil construction experience.
3–5 years of experience in a Superintendent, General Foreman, or equivalent leadership role.
Proven experience managing field operations on heavy civil projects valued from $500k to $20M+.
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Highway and roadway construction
- Earthwork and grading
- Underground Utilities
- Bridge construction
- Concrete Structures
- DOT/public infrastructure projects
- Industrial site developments

Education / Training

High School Diploma or GED
All Safety Training in accordance with Company requirements for Superintendents
ARTBA Safety Certification for Transportation Project Professionals
All Leadership Training in accordance with Company requirements for

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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