General Superintendent- Survey

About the role

This position reports to the Field Operations Manager or another management personnel designated by the CEO of the company. The General Superintendent of Survey is responsible for overseeing Survey Superintendents and managing the completion of projects, including supervising project models. This role is based in Ankeny, IA, with typical hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm local time. Overtime and weekend working hours may be required as needed. Travel up to 75% is expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily field operations of multiple Survey Superintendents
• Setup and initialization of multiple GPS systems per job site
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues efficiently
• Train Survey Superintendents and other craft personnel in proficient, safe operation of various survey equipment
• Set and maintain Standards of Procedure in line with Qcells
• Self-perform construction goals
• Determine the most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys
• Follow directions and maintain proficiency with documentation of work performed and sketches
• Communicate daily with Survey Superintendents regarding project schedule and work progress
• Hire, train, and manage personnel sufficient to meet the survey needs of multiple projects
• Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners
• Read and interpret construction drawings/specifications and understand all aspects of project specifications and tolerances
• Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork
• Maintain vehicle and field equipment
• Ensure regular attendance in accordance with the company’s attendance policy and supervisory assignment
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of Survey Leadership experience preferred
• Experience in commercial or utility scale projects
• Experience with various survey and GPS equipment/systems preferred
• Strong communication skills (listening, writing, and verbal)
• Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Ability to travel for extended periods
• Ability to work in all-weather climates
• Good attitude, eager, willing to learn, proactive
• Experience in constructing PV and/or ESS projects preferred
• Knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards
• Basic competency with email and basic computer functions
• Ability to prioritize work activity
• Ability to work within a team and take direction from team leaders
• Ability to work a variety of hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Valid Driver’s License & Clean Driving Record

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sits up to 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: Infrequently bends, stands, stoops, and/or walks
• Carry Weight: Infrequently carries and/or lifts objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: Frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: Frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• Climb: Occasionally ascends/descends stairways to access office upper and lower floors
• Travel: Up to 75% as needed

Work Environment

• Regular professional, office business setting
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)
• Flexibility to work night shifts