Construction Supervisor

Job Summary:

Performs supervisions over the Construction department and ensures that the construction of public water and sewer facilities conforms to specifications approved by the Metropolitan Commission. Position reports to the Superintendent of Water.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervises Construction department, including budgetary management and spending approvals

2. Oversees the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of public water and sewer facilities

3. Manages construction division personnel

4. Inventories and orders equipment and supplies

5. Oversees operation of and operates heavy construction equipment, including but not limited to, loaders, backhoes, motor graders, etc., to build and maintain water supply and wastewater disposal lines and facilities, access roads, and adjacent terrain

6. Oversees operation of and operates dump trucks, utility tractors, hand tools, etc. in support of project work

7. Oversees the servicing, repairing, and adjusting of machines and equipment

8. Assists inspection staff with miss utility locates

9. Performs other duties as assigned

Other Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential

Job Functions.):

1. Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of the construction of water and sewer lines and facilities

2. Ability to efficiently and effectively manage a construction crew and equipment

3. Ability to effectively communicate with other staff and members of the public

4. Ability to gain thorough knowledge of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission policies and procedures

5. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records

6. Ability to safely operate heavy equipment, machinery, and tools

7. Knowledge of relevant maintenance and repair practices and procedures

8. Knowledge of safety regulations and established procedures for ensuring safety

9. Ability to obtain a valid Maryland Commercial Driver’s license, Class A, within 6 months of the date of hire

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.):

Training and/or Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field and five or more years of job related experience or HS Diploma or G.E.D. and seven or more years of job related experience

Experience:

Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience

Licenses or Certificates:

Possess a valid Maryland Commercial Driver’s License; Class A or obtain within 6 months.

Must obtain Temporary Traffic Control Manager Certification within 6 months of hire

Water 1 Distribution and Wastewater Collections 2 Certifications (Desired)

Special Requirements:

None

Physical Demands:

Work requires occasional strenuous effort, such as, bending and lifting tools, equipment, or materials of 30 to

60 pounds.

Unusual Demands:

Work involves high risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g. working around moving parts, or machines. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, coats, goggles, boots and gloves; may require working in adverse weather conditions or confined workspaces.

Nothing in this description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire job classification. They are not intended to include every possible activity and task performed in every position.