Equipment/Yard Superintendent - US I-75

Job Title Equipment/Yard Superintendent - US I-75

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Job Description The purpose of this position is to oversee and direct the performance of all field construction activities for assigned craft in conformance with plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates. This position requires a working knowledge and background of assigned work, the ability to appreciate and resolve complex situations with assistance, and see actions as a series of steps. The entry level Craft Superintendent I is the initial position to develop proficiency to direct line supervision within their craft as necessary in their roles to meet or exceed all project objectives.
• Plan and direct the work activities within assigned construction crafts in alignment with available engineering deliverables, tools, construction equipment, and materials; coordinate with other crafts as necessary
• Approve or authorize the coordination of craft personnel, material, and equipment needed to meet schedules
• Directly support project and construction management with planning and utilization of proper means and methods for all construction activities
• Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements • Craft certification, training, and experience appropriate for assignment scope; directly related experience equal to ten (10) years; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other Job Requirements • Typically direct line supervision within assigned craft such as General Foremen and Foremen; depending on job size and complexity
• Typically serve as lead person to coordinate all activities within their assigned craft and scope in an active construction work area
• Coordinate and implement indirect activities, internal and external, required to support a productive construction execution; including functional staff support, support craft activities, and any other resource necessary to assure a safe and quality execution
• Generally responsible to assure all work undertaken is within approved scope boundaries and is in full compliance with all pertinent requirements
• May represent the company as the in situ senior representative for assigned craft

Preferred Qualifications • Proven ability promoting outstanding customer service and client relations
• Excellent skills in interpersonal relations, conflict resolution
• Basic computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets and electronic presentation programs
• Functional proficiency in project controls, human relations, industrial relations, and contract management as it applicable to assigned area of responsibility
• Demonstrated strong decision making, critical thinking and problem solving skills

Degree Required No
City (or Nearest City) Detroit
State/Province Michigan
Country United States
Location Type Project