Superintendent for Grading Operations

Grading Superintendent Overall responsibility for the successful completion of turn‑key grading projects including utilities, on time and within budget. Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction grading work. Oversee the production and performance of multiple crews and supervisors as they operate one or several types of equipment. Team member will have 5+ years experience as a grading superintendent. Core Competencies Organizing and prioritizing Attention to detail and accuracy Analyzing data and information Plan reading & interpretation Active listening and communication skills Problem‑solving skills Training and teaching others Core Duties Embrace and lead with the Core Principles of our Company Be punctual, dependable and professional at all times Work with cost effectiveness, profitability and safety in mind Lead by example Maintain the highest ethical standards at all times Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present. Be the #1 safety advocate for your crew Plan and coordinate Daily Hazard Briefings to ensure crew understands the work plan and the associated hazards of the day Report incidents immediately to the risk management team in accordance with incident reporting procedures established by the Company Train and develop new team members in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures and/or Company policies Enter daily project data including but not limited to accurate labor, equipment and quantity reporting Supervise and work alongside teams and occasionally subcontractors to assist in the installation and construction of grading projects Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures Inspect work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met Locate, measure and mark site locations or placement of equipment, using measuring and marking equipment Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities Coordinate weekly look ahead and resources with Site Division VP Assign work to team members based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs Coordinate material and supplies orders with Support Services Arrange for repairs of equipment or machinery Suggest or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, hires or discipline Interact clients and study instructions, plans or diagrams to establish work requirement. Interactions will include in-person meetings, digital communications and phone communication Operate equipment as needed Communicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice to make plans for changing personnel to focus on the priorities Willingness to work hours as required Qualifications A high school diploma or GED is preferred Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with jobsite supervisors and fellow team members Must have strong coordination, time management, active listening, communication, critical thinking and reasoning skills Working knowledge of Trimble GPS systems Knowledge or erosion control installation, maintenance and documentation Knowledge or water, sewer and storm drain installation Must be able to effectively use all required PPE and lift up to fifty pounds. Strenuous physical demands are required to safely perform the essential functions associated with this position. Must be able to safely operate all involved equipment and tools. Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, bending consistently. Must have a valid driver's license with clean MVR for at least 3 years Education/Training/Certification OSHA Supervisor Training Trenching and Excavation Competent Person First Aid/CPR Level II Erosion Control Certification Benefits At the heart of Sanford Contractors Inc. core principles, is the commitment to make a positive difference in the lives of our team members. Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following: Medical, Dental and Vision plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Short‑and long‑term disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life insurance Company Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid time off) 401(k) Annual Safety Bonus Years' of Service Bonus Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Sanford Contractors, Inc.