Demolition Superintendent

S&B USA Construction, a family of diversified heavy-civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions. Our team of experienced professionals demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and service on all our projects. We excel on projects with tight schedules and difficult working conditions. Our innovative solutions and customer focused approach provide our clients with unmatched value and quality.

Position Summary:

The Demolition Superintendent directs all field construction or demolition activities and personnel to ensure that the assigned projects meet budget, schedule and safety objectives.

Responsibilities/Functions:

• Plans and supervises all activities including determining method of construction, sequencing, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment and work schedule
• Trains and manages Foremen from various trades and field administrative personnel
• Through assigned Foremen, manages the day-to-day activities of the construction operation
• In conjunction with the Project Manager, creates and maintains project schedule; plans, monitors and reviews critical path dates and milestone schedules
• Communicates site problems, conflicts, schedule and quality issues effectively to the Project Manager and owner
• Resolves field construction problems
• Maintains open communication between all subcontractors to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc. support project activities and project schedule
• Monitors Foremen & subcontractor compliance with project safety program requirements; insures that weekly safety inspections and tool box talks are completed; ensures that corrective measures are implemented
• Assists the Safety Department in performing incident and/or accident investigations and follow-up
• Understands all subcontractors’ scopes; assures subcontractors maintain schedules, and quality standards meet contract requirements
• Assists the Project Manager with subcontractor disputes, quality control and schedule coordination
• Works with the Project Manager and owner’s representatives to ensure work complies with drawings and specifications
• Supports the Project Manager in the negotiation of claims and changes
• Provides input to Project Manager regarding cost and schedule forecasts
• Assists the Project Manager with review (% complete) of monthly pay requests submitted by contractors
• Assists the Project Manager with Change Order review
• Performs project close-out and ensures punch list is completed in a timely manner
• Monitors staffing levels that contribute to EEO goals for minorities and females
• Mentors Project Engineers assigned to the project
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction
• Ensure that foremen or self does daily recording of quantities, time and daily logs in Heavy Job.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in supervisory positions in one or more of the following areas:
  • Heavy highway bridge construction projects that included concrete structures, large scale excavation, roadways, and pipe work
  • Heavy civil construction projects that included concrete foundations, excavation, excavation support including sheeting an piling, utilities, steel structures, and marine.
  • Large scale industrial projects covering multiple construction types such as site work, concrete foundations, steel erection, industrial piping and machinery
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to lead and manage small to midsized project teams
• Good organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to travel as required

Work Environment:

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Ability to wear and work in personnel protective equipment including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, ankle-supporting safety-toed work boots and a safety vest.

Physical Demands:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Extensive moving or positioning heavy weighted materials (up to 50 lbs.).
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and ascend/descend to reach materials or enter heavy equipment.

Benefit Summary:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Core Values:

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@shikunusa.com or Phone: 412-471-4200 ext. 1032

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