Project Superintendent

Project Superintendent – Heavy Civil Construction

As a locally owned Heavy Civil General Contractor founded in 1994, DCS Contracting, Inc. specializes in highway, roadway, and underground utility construction for both public and private sector clients throughout the Greater Phoenix Valley. By applying now, you help us begin the conversation and position yourself for consideration as upcoming projects are awarded and schedules ramp up.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online or visit our office at 11535 E. Germann Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286.

The Project Superintendent is responsible for providing on-site leadership and management of all field activities throughout the project lifecycle to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the design, budget, and schedule.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Gather and document daily quantities from Foreman and Subcontractors
• Discuss daily activities and 3-week look ahead schedules with Project Managers and Project Engineers
• Coordinate daily and weekly schedules with Foreman
• Conduct routine site safety inspections to ensure project sites are kept clear of hazards and proper safety protocols are followed
• Review JHA's and work plans with Project Manager and Foreman
• Coordinate manpower and equipment needs with Trade Superintendents
• Visit and maintain relationships with owners' representatives and ensure proper notification is given for inspections
• Assist Project Managers and Project Engineers with daily productions and costs
• Coordinate and track subcontractor daily activities, manpower, and safety
• Ensure Foreman are completing daily paperwork required accurately
• Schedule all project material needs through DCS Dispatch
• Schedule all project equipment and manpower needs through Trade Superintendent
• Take photos of project progress and send to PM/PE to be saved in appropriate project folder
• Verify SWPPP and Dust needs are completed with accuracy
• Coordinate all new hires, crew needs, disciplinary actions, and terminations with Trade Superintendent and Field Operations Manager
• Participate in project kickoff meetings when assigned to a new project
• Assist PM/PEs with change orders for new or changes in scope of work
• Coordinate and maintain all AZ 811 (Bluestake) utility locates
• Assist PM/PEs with subcontractor pre-con meetings
• Responsible for ensuring projects are following company safety policies and OSHA safety standards
• Prepare and submit all reports such as theft, utility hits and incidents
• Inventory all shipments prior to unloading from supplier
• Inventory and document all rental equipment before it is returned (inspect and document prior to taking possession

Required skills, abilities, education, and experience include:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively through all mediums to staff, management, peers, clients, business partners
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to act confidently and decisively
• Team leader with excellent communication skills and ability to handle and resolve conflicts effectively
• Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workload efficiently
• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college, technical school, or university in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent experience in a similar construction position
• A minimum of 7 years of construction related experience with a general contractor performing underground wet utility installation, concrete, and/or grading and paving work.
• Basic computer skills are required
• Possess a thorough understanding or job cost reports
• Self-perform construction management experience
• Knowledge of CPM Project Scheduling, MS Office Suite, including MS Project
• Knowledge of crew configurations and labor productions
• Understanding of MAG, MCDOT, ADOT, MCAQD, ADEQ and Greater Phoenix Municipal Standards
• Knowledge of Arizona Heavy Civil market
• Understanding of Bluestake

Additional information includes:

• Company truck and fuel card provided upon acceptable driving background check
• Cell phone and tablet provided

This is a Safety-Sensitive Position.