Construction Manager - Quality Control, Site Safety and Health, Superintendent

Position Summary

Midnight Sun is seeking a well‑qualified Construction Manager to support the roles of Quality Control Manager (QCM), Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), and Superintendent on a Federal construction contract in Big Bend National Park, Texas. The project scope is primarily replacement of contact tanks in Castolon. This position will maintain an on‑site presence throughout the project.

Duties/Responsibilities

Quality Control

• Check and approve all items before submittal; stamp, sign, and date indicating action taken.
• Identify in writing all proposed deviations from the contract requirements.
• Update and maintain the quality control (QC) system that complies with FAR 52.246‑12 Inspection of Construction.
• Implement and administer the Quality Control Plan (QCP) based on the client‑approved QCP.
• Perform daily inspections to ensure compliance with delivery order requirements.
• Prepare material submittals and Material Delivery Verification Forms in compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Prepare Daily Quality Control Report.
• Attend pre‑construction meetings with subcontractors to promote understanding of QCP, applicable specification sections, and expected quality level.
• Maintain on‑site records of quality control operations, activities, tests, inspections (including subcontractor and supplier work), drawing records, material records, factory tests, and manufacturers’ certifications.
• Coordinate third‑party testing agents as outlined in the QCP.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures to assess cost and responsibility for unacceptable material and supplies.
• Exercise stop‑work authority as needed.
• Monitor all job site operations for compliance with contract requirements in noise and dust control, non‑interruption of APS activities, and utility shutdown procedures.
• Prepare and submit accurate, detailed daily reports for the project.
• Ensure compliance with Company Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) guidelines and procedures along with all local requirements (OSHA, USACE EM385.1.1, etc.).

Site Safety and Health

• Manage and supervise all activities including confined space entry, cranes and rigging, excavation/trenching, fall protection, and electrical work.
• Conduct daily safety and health inspections and maintain a written log that includes area/operation inspected, date, identified hazards, recommended corrective actions, and correction dates; attach logs to the contractors’ daily production report.
• Conduct mishap investigations and complete required accident reports, including near misses.
• Use and maintain OSHA Form 300 to log work‑related injuries and illnesses for prime contractors and subcontractors; provide to the Contracting Officer upon request and post Form 300A on the site Safety Bulletin Board.
• Maintain applicable safety reference material on the job site.
• Attend pre‑construction conference, pre‑work meetings, and periodic in‑progress meetings.
• Review APP and AHAs for compliance with EM 385‑1‑1, approve, sign, implement, and enforce them.
• Establish a Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Deficiency Tracking System to monitor outstanding deficiencies until resolution.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.
• Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals on site and their Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Maintain a weekly list of high‑hazard activities (energy, equipment, excavation, confined space, elevation) and discuss details during QC meetings.
• Provide and keep a record of site safety orientation and indoctrination for contractor employees, subcontractor employees, and site visitors.
• Manage resources, provide guidance, and establish priorities for implementing health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and standards.
• Prepare and enforce the contractor’s safety program.
• Formulate, recommend, and evaluate policies, procedures, and standards to ensure safety practices align with federal and state regulations.
• Develop and conduct safety and health inspections, training, and orientation as required.
• Manage workers’ compensation, auto, and general liability insurance claims.
• Maintain documentation for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Exercise stop‑work authority as needed.
• Recommend measures to protect workers from hazardous methods, processes, or materials.
• Investigate all job‑related and vehicle accidents to identify causes and preventive actions.
• Coordinate the Project Site’s Safety and Health Committee meetings.
• Investigate all unsafe working conditions reported by employees.
• Manage safety training and education programs, including demonstrating use of safety equipment.
• Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.

Superintendent

• Maintain a physical presence at the job site at all times and oversee all construction and related activities; schedule using CPM and short‑interval planning.
• Direct all self‑performed trades, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Manage subcontractors and coordinate day‑to‑day activities.
• Attend partnering meetings and quality control sessions.
• Participate in site visits and meetings to assess scope of work, site conditions, logistics planning, and determine necessary resources for project success.
• Prepare, provide, and track job reports including labor and equipment usage, Requests for Information (RFIs), Change Orders, and progress reports.
• Maintain on‑site presence at all times.
• Demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education/Experience:

• 10+ years experience in the construction industry, with at least 5 years as a Quality Control Inspector or Superintendent on projects of similar size and complexity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired.
• Five years of satisfactory experience preparing and enforcing Quality Control/Safety programs on contracts of similar size and complexity, or equivalent combined certification and experience.
• Experience in hazard identification and safety compliance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of building codes and general engineering principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including clear, concise, professional presentation of information.
• Knowledge and experience with OSHA guidelines, including confined space, cranes and rigging, excavation/trenching, and fall protection.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast‑paced environment with frequent changes.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork with diverse backgrounds and styles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, ProCore, Adobe, and other relevant technology.
• Ability to meet EM 385‑1‑1 requirements and ensure compliance with national consensus safety standards (CFR 1910, CFR 1926, OSHA, EM 385‑1‑1).
• Ability to build and interpret a critical path schedule and construction drawings.

Certifications/Licenses

• Current Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors course.
• Current OSHA 30‑hour construction safety course card.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.

Work Environment

The job duties are performed in a construction environment that may include various weather conditions. The role requires driving between project sites that may be miles apart or distant from the assigned office location.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk terrain and surfaces that may be far, uneven, or temporary.
• Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, or reaching.
• Frequent lifting/moving up to 10 lb; occasional lifting/moving up to 50 lb.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

KIC offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full‑time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Additional benefits