Superintendent- Heavy Civil Construction

About NW Construction, Inc.

At NW Construction, Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering the highest level of service, expertise, and performance in the heavy civil construction industry. Based in Bozeman, Montana, our company specializes in a wide range of construction services, including dam construction, hydroelectric projects, large and small diameter piping, site work, and environmental work. Founded in 2013 by Neil VanAmburg and Neil Worden, our team brings decades of combined experience to every project. We are committed to building safely, with high quality, on budget, and on time, adhering to our core values of knowledge, experience, integrity, and teamwork. Join us and be a part of a company that values its people and strives for excellence in every endeavor.

Benefits

NW Construction covers the full cost of premiums for our employees and their eligible dependents on benefits including: Health Care (HSA available with select plans), Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental & Vision, Short & Long-Term Disability Benefits, Life Insurance.

Summary

As a Superintendent you will function as a field supervisor overseeing civil project operations on construction projects and be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specifications, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish project goals, either directly or through general foreman/foreman. You will also work to maintain positive working relationships with clients, architects/engineers, suppliers, subcontractors, and jobsite staff.

Location

NW Construction is a Heavy Civil Construction Contractor based in Bozeman, Montana. NWC specializes in heavy civil construction, taking on projects both large and small. Our work encompasses many areas of the construction industry, including but not limited to: Dams, Hydroelectric, RCC, Concrete, Large and Small Diameter Piping, Sheet Piling, Site Work, Utilities, Slurry Walls, Demolition, Marine, Environmental Work, Drill and Shoot and Aggregate Processing. Project sites are generally located in Montana and the western United States.

Essential Functions

• Schedule and manage construction activities, sequencing and the selection of engineering staff, crew workforce, equipment, and tools for maximum utilization and quality of work.
• Collaborate with estimating teams to develop estimates and budgets for large complex heavy civil project(s).
• Review, interpret and understand Contract Documents including specifications, drawings, and designs and ensures specifications and regulations outlined in architectural and engineering plans are followed.
• Coordinate and schedule the work activities of tradespeople, professionals, and laborers, communicating to and via project foreperson to deliver instructions and project assignments as appropriate.
• Manage construction safety, environmental and quality compliance.
• Regularly inspect work for quality and timeliness; prepare and provide progress reports to owners; make recommendations for necessary modifications.
• Obtain required permits and licenses; execute construction contracts according to terms of agreement.
• Understand/manage/track project schedule, costs and budget progress with project milestones and take all action necessary to keep project on track; communicate variances as they occur.
• Create, update, review, and maintain daily reports and logs for record keeping purposes.
• Review timecards and invoices for proper cost distribution and accountability.
• Address any safety violations or other deficiencies.
• Experienced operator of heavy equipment with ability to train others.

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Able to oversee and coordinate a variety of people in different roles.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Able to read, understand, and execute blueprints, drawings, and plans.
• Thorough understanding of legal requirements relating to construction and building sites.
• Thorough understanding of quality building practices.
• Able to quickly identify problems and efficiently solve them.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Interviews and hires site workers.
• Approves timecards and requests for time off.
• Prepares work schedules and assignments.
• Communicates and enforces safety procedures and site rules.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
• Willing to travel and relocate.
• 5+ years previous experience in the construction industry with experience working in a superintendent/leadership capacity supporting civil construction operations.
• Experience in leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration.
• Previous estimating and planning experience.
• Safety oriented, 30-hour OSHA certificate.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration (Accounting, Management or Finance), Construction Management or related field.
• Current first aid/CPR certification.