Bridge Superintendent

Job Summary:

The Bridge Superintendent is responsible for managing the entire construction operation of a project, often at multiple job site locations. This position works under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and Vice President of the civil division.

Qualification Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on bridge projects.
• Proficient in the civil construction process.
• Experience with bridge structures composed of a plate girder, concrete girder, and/or steel truss; founded on driven piling, drilled shafts, or spread footings is preferred. 
• A comprehensive understanding of commercially available and wooden stick-built concrete forming systems
• Understanding of construction industry practices, processes, and standards, including but not limited to:
  • Quality Control
  • Cost Control
  • Job Site Safety
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations for construction
• Good math and analytical skills; Good communication skills
• Ability to teach others verbally and work alongside crews in the field.
• Valid driver’s license and/or reliable means of transportation to job site locations.
• Ability to interpret and apply verbal and/or written instructions in English.

Essential Job Functions:

• Planning construction job site requirements. Ordering the necessary supplies/materials.
• Tracking job site production on a daily/weekly basis.
• Supervising, training, guiding, and directing job Foreman and other crew workers.
• Creating and maintaining excellent working relationships and working cooperatively with project owners and subcontractors. 
• Overseeing quality control and job site productivity.
• Maintaining documentation, including reports, receipts, shipping tickets, etc., in an organized fashion.
• Communicating directly with the Forman on job site updates and progress reports.
• Assisting with civil construction labor and tasks as needed.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• May drive a company vehicle to run errands or pick up supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Physical Demand Classification:

• Bridge Superintendent is a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.