Construction Superintendent - New Britain, CT - AMAT Northeast

Job ID:  504550

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut.  As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you!  If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Applicant must be a team player with experience in a supervisory or leadership background in civil construction, willing to help find solutions, detail-oriented, able to read and interpret material specifications, able to work in a physical and fast-paced manufacturing/construction environment, and comply with all Tilcon Connecticut safety requirements. 

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Job Duties for heavy civil infrastructure projects, acting as the project lead for the following:

• • Project Planning & Scheduling for all labor, equipment, material and subcontractor requirements, with all project stakeholders.
  • Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations for construction projects in accordance with the Company’s OH&S management system
  • Project Financial Management, including the management and reporting of:
    • Cost controls
    • Key performance indicators
    • Payments for all project stakeholders
    • Change management
    • Daily labor, equipment, material and subcontractor costing
    • Daily units of completion
    • Project Procurement Requirements
    • Purchase orders
    • Forecasting
  • Manage project compliance to required quality standards
  • Project communications
  • All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations, using some combination of skills and abilities.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma is required
• Construction Management, Civil Engineering Degree or Civil Engineering Technologist or Technician Diploma or related experience is preferred
• Prior experience in Heavy Highway construction supervision preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory position in construction.
• Experience working with Unions and DOT projects is preferred

Working Conditions

• Standard working week - 50-60 hours per week
• Overtime and night shifts may be required based on operational requirements  
• Reporting location - Working on a job site, from a construction site trailer
• Travel to/from/within jobsite(s) – compensation program for business travel
• Daily exposure to construction environment i.e. heavy equipment, oncoming traffic, inclement weather (heat, cold, rain etc.)
• Must pass drug screen and background check before being employed  

Position Dimensions

• Valid full driver's license
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals and objective
• Focused on details, highly organized and works effectively with shifting priorities and rapid change
• Effectively examines events, issues and problems to generate optimal solutions in a timely manner
• Communicates with impact and creates an environment in which people communicate openly and honestly 
• Fosters teamwork and cooperation with a strong ability to work with a highly functional team of experts
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)  

Other Requirements

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and construction areas as outlined by OSHA, MSHA, and state agencies.  Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position:  Hardhat, safety glasses, face shield, reinforced toed shoes, hand protection, respirator, air monitor, reflective safety vest, and hearing protection.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to sit, walk and stand for periods of time. The employee is required to use a computer.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near electrical components and controls, moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, snowy and icy conditions, heat, and cold.  The employee frequently works outside.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation & Company Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary 

• Annual Bonus Potential
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses 
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• 401k with Roth option & Competitive Company Match
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement.

Internal applicants: Prior to applying for any internal position, it is a requirement that employees must first notify their manager.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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