What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent position at VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA?
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA (VCGP USA) is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projects located in Norfolk, Virginia, USA.
The scope of the company is general contracting and construction work, along with any associated services related to large selected Design and Build projects, either public or private for which it can bring clear and strong added value.
VCGP USA aims to develop engineering and construction services for large infrastructure projects in various parts in the United States and provide a highly skilled and competitive professional service in construction field.
The Joint Venture including VINCI (33%), Dragados USA (42%), Flatiron Constructors (25%) has been awarded with a $3.3B design-build contract for the I-64 Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion Project (HRBT) in Virginia, which is the largest construction contract awarded in the history of the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
As a Superintendent on the $3.3BN Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion Project (HRBT) in Virginia, you will schedule, coordinate, and supervise production and workforce engaged on your assigned area of the project.
Responsibilities
- Supervises assigned project work and mediates between field engineering, estimating, and workforce to ensure project compliance with contract drawings and specifications.
- Plans work methods, materials, equipment needs and work schedule for assigned project work. Reviews daily work schedule with direct reports and provides input for weekly/monthly schedule updates based on project feedback.
- Reviews and understands the project specifications to support job set up activities. Works with work crews, field engineers and local utility companies to identify hazardous areas on job site.
- Presents production work plan during initial project meeting to ensure all project crews and leaders are in alignment.
- Coordinates with internal equipment team and external vendors to ensure that project is equipped with appropriate equipment and material quantities to complete production within assigned budget and schedule.
- Forecasts the work schedule to identify issues and provides technical or scheduling recommendations to mitigate production issues.
- Provides technical input to identify and resolve project risks including construction methods, work plan and material requirements, safety, and schedule activities. Documents daily activities and meeting notes using Company approved document methods.
- Coordinates with internal and external departments to ensure all mandated inspections are completed within requested timeframes.
- Supports and promotes strict adherence to safety and process controls regarding operating equipment, worksite safety and documentation requirements.
- Supervises sub-contractor production and workforce regarding assigned project work. Recommends work schedule or work method adjustments regarding sub-contractor activities, as needed.
- Coordinates project close out activities in line with project standards and Owner checklist requirements.
Qualifications
Required:
- 5 years of heavy civil construction experience (bridges), with at least 3 years management experience required.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills required.
- Strong leadership capability with internal drive to mentor and grow internal talent.
- Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
- Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce project safety programs.
Preferred:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Competencies
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract specific plans and specifications.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamentals geometry.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Work Environment
- Exposure to extreme temperatures when in the field as well as high levels of noise and varying levels of dust
- Working on uneven and potentially hazardous terrain, including working at heights, underground, or near water bodies depending on the bridge/ tunnel location
- Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, and reflective vests when on-site
Physical Demands
- The employee is required to stand; walk; climb ladders; sit; use hands, climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Must be able to lift 50lb or more
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA offers all full-time employees competitive wages and benefits, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Vacation Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Parental Leave
- Term Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Professional Development & Training
- Health and Wellness Spending Account
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