Grading Superintendent - Nashville, TN

Job Summary

BELL Construction is hiring a Grading Superintendent in Nashville, TN. The Grading Superintendent is responsible for managing the daily operations of a grading crew on a sitework project, performing grading work, ensuring safety, schedule delivery, and quality of work performed in adherence to the project budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direction for grading crew to meet the requirements of the grading plans provided.
• Tracks production of crews to ensure adherence to the production goals and schedule.
• Use and manage a crew using GPS enabled grade control equipment.
• Manage the overall direction of the jobsite, including coordination with inspectors, engineers, other crews, project management staff, and owner’s representatives.
• Coordinates with inspectors to ensure compliance with installation.
• Ensures the safety of the project by adhering to all Bell Policies and OSHA safety standards.
• Develops and monitors company field policies, procedures, and training.
• Effectively mentors and provides training for field employees.
• Plans, directs, and prioritizes crews and trades to keep the project moving and on schedule.
• Efficiently manages material resources (equipment, facilities, and materials needed to complete work).
• Works with Project Managers to develop schedules, budgets, schedule of values and construction reviews.
• Keeps daily reports and weather logs current and accurate.
• Manages employees effectively (promote, direct, delegate and discipline).
• Uses sound judgment and decision-making to choose appropriate actions.
• Communicates effectively with other trades or subcontractors regarding scheduling and coordination of work to meet deadlines.
• Effectively identifies and resolves potential problems, work interferences, and schedule difficulties.
• Follows all EEO/Affirmative Action guidelines as required for compliance with company, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Successfully builds and maintains good working relationships with the project design team and ownership parties and effectively communicates necessary information clearly and timely.
Ensures a harassment-free workplace for all employees.

Education & Experience

• Minimum required – 5 years of heavy civil construction experience with increasing responsibility .
OSHA-30 preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of grading and utility operations.
• Understanding of GPS controlled equipment and types of equipment to perform specific tasks.
• In-depth understanding of material types in order to provide efficient material movement & placement.
Understands the use of EPSC measures and compliance to local standards.

BELL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.