Grade Superintendent Central - Raleigh NC
Fred Smith Company - Raleigh, NC
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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is 'On-Site' at the location detailed in the job post.Fred Smith Company is currently searching for an experienced Superintendent for our Public Division. , We are a Heavy Civil Construction Contractor working in the commercial site work, infrastructure, and asphalt markets in North Carolina.The Superintendent is responsible for the efficient operations and effective coordination of all personnel, crews and equipment for his/her team., Job Duties:Perform all duties within the guidelines set forth in the policies and procedures manual, create an atmosphere whereby subordinates are encouraged to improve their skill and maintain a high level of morale for themselves and other employees.See that assigned crews and support crew start working on time and assure that they work the number of hours for which they are paid., Assist and direct crews in the following areas: , Using equipment in a safe and proper manner, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communications and housekeeping of projects.Participate in the periodic evaluation of all assigned personnel, discussing their contributions to the company, their development and possible pay adjustment.Supervise and direct the activities of assigned personnel in the performance of their duties, directing and instructing them in the proper operation, technique, use and maintenance of equipment.Supervise and direct the activities of all project subcontractors and ensure they comply with company policies and procedures, safety requirements and quality workmanship.See that all new personnel receive proper orientation to acquaint them with company policies, safety, and their job responsibilities.Develop a cooperative working relationship with all management seeking their comments and suggestions.Cooperate with Human Resources Department and Risk Management Department being knowledgeable as to aspects of EEO and Safety responsibilities, comply with these requirements and insist upon compliance among all subordinates.Conduct a continuous evaluation of the following items: Cost and yields, material yields, plans and schedules, salaries, promotions, job assignments, equipment needs, personnel needs, on-the-job training programs, job safety, security and crime prevention needs, and quality control, relate any problems, changes, or recommendations to the General Superintendent., Monitor closely all costs and yield within area of responsibility and be constantly alert to changes in the relationship of the two which might be an adverse indication., Schedule the purchase of all material within area of responsibility, and coordinate delivery to achieve the optimal use of material, labor, and equipment.Ensure all work undertaken complies with all local laws, ordinances, and EPA regulations concerning all project and specialty crew activities., Maintain close contact and good working relationships with the general public, engineers, inspectors, and customers to facilitate job progress and to promote a positive company image, develop a courteous and considerate attitude of assigned personnel towards these groups., Assist assigned supervisors with equipment inspections, request maintenance and repair crews as needed.Review all required daily reports, verify their correctness, and transmit them promptly to the Project Manager.Assist the General Superintendent with scheduling of specialty crews, subcontractors and preparing progress schedules.Maintain a daily log recording important conversations and events which could be used for future reference and ensure all supervisors maintain their daily logs/diary., Knowledge:General knowledge of several disciplines, including drainage, grading, stone base, asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, use of complicated construction drawings and a variety of precision measuring instruments.
Created: 2026-02-23