The Concrete Superintendent is responsible for field operations on the project(s) assigned in order to achieve safe, quality and profitable projects completed in a timely manner. The Superintendent directly supervises field labor force, including laborers/craft workers. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safety-

• Promote Cantera’s culture of “Safety First”.
• Project safety implementation and management in accordance with Cantera’s Safety Program.
• Participate in all incidents/accidents aggressively, including going to the occupational medical facility with the co-workers.
• Lead safety training sessions (Toolbox Talks, JHA’s, Stretch and Flex, etc.). Interact with co-workers and get their feedback as to how we can improve safety on the project.
• Interacts with the Cantera Safety Coordinator to ensure a safety workplace.
• Enforces site specific safety plans created by enforcing Cantera’s rules, this includes your workers, other crews, and any trade on site.
• Be willing to discipline noncompliance.

Quality-

• Train crews in the Cantera Quality Process.
• Follow Cantera’s Concrete Quality Process ensuring a Pre-Pour Checklist is completed on every yard of concrete poured on the project.

Operational-

• Be familiar with and follow the Cantera Concrete Staff Organization document for managing projects.
• Follows the information provided for each project. Report project man-hours and quantities on a timely basis.
• Participate in the Job Turnover Process with the Estimator, Project Manager, General Superintendent and other members of the Cantera leadership team.
• Direct day-to-day on-site supervision of field labor force. Maintain good relationships with internal and external clients, including representatives of Owner and Architect/Engineer.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Project Manager.
• Coordinate site testing and inspection efforts.
• Monitor costs including labor time and material.
• Manage schedules and ensure all activities take place on or ahead of scheduled dates and completes a three-week lookahead schedule on a weekly basis.
• Attend and participate in project meetings, including subcontractor meetings.
• Maintain and verify as-built drawings are accurate.
• Mobilizes the site and set up site utilities. Assures necessary permits are secured and inspections occur. Reviews, understands, documents to drawings, and executes all Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Reviews and executes submittals for implementation of the work.
• Reviews cost reports to assure they reflect accurate quantities and work out of place.
• Actively coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, vendors and craft to meet project schedules.
• Complete Daily Project Reports, Concrete Log, Sign-In Sheets and other documents.
• Maintain on-site accurate shop drawings for implementing the work.
• Coaches and mentors growth in crews and encourages Foreman and Craftsman to be mentors.
• Coordinates location of control for layout with the Customer and Cantera Field Engineering Department. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
Construction Industry Knowledge-

• Broad understanding of the concrete and construction industry.

Technological Knowledge-

• Computer and mobile device knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products, Field Time and other products used by the Company.

Communication and Teamwork Skills-

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally.
• Functions effectively as part of a team.

Leadership and Time Management Skills-

• Exhibits strong leadership qualities.
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.

Additional Skills-

• Able to perform duties independently.
• Strong attention to detail. Works well under pressure and with deadlines.
• Can follow rules but is capable of showing initiative.
• Enjoys overcoming objections/resistance and achieving goals in the face of obstacles.

WORK CONDITIONS AND HOURS:
Conditions-

• Regularly works on a construction site over rough terrain.
• Requires exposure to the elements on a regular basis.
• Must be comfortable with periodic travel.
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects.

Hours

• Requires overtime hours on a regular basis.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Work Experience-

• Five (5) years of Concrete industry experience or five (5) years equivalent of education and experience.

Education

• Two (2) year or four (4) year Degree, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent work experience.

Certifications (certifications are preferred – Company assistance will be provided to obtain)-

• OSHA 10 Certified
• OSHA 30 Certified
• CPR Certified
• First Aid Certified
• ACI Concrete Testing Technician Certified
• ACI Concrete Flatwork Technician Certified

We are an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Concrete Superintendent: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lowell, AR (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lowell, AR: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person