Utilities General Superintendent - 476

Founded in 1+41, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR’s 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a +-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.

Key Responsibilities
• Supervises work on a designated area of the project. Supports superintendents, field engineering, and estimating to ensure project compliance with contract drawings and specifications.
• Plans work methods, materials, equipment needs and work schedule for assigned project work. Reviews daily or weekly work schedule with direct reports and updates monthly schedule from project feedback.
• Reviews and understands the project specifications to oversee job set up activities. Works with work crews, field engineers and local utility companies to identify hazardous areas on job site.
• Presents production work plan during initial project meeting to ensure all project crews and leaders are in alignment.
• Coordinates with internal and external teams to ensure that project work is equipped with appropriate equipment and material quantities to complete production within assigned budget and schedule.
• Forecasts the work schedule to identify issues and provides technical or scheduling recommendations to mitigate production issues.
• Provides technical input to identify and resolve project risks including construction methods, work plan and material requirements, safety, and schedule activities. Documents daily activities and meeting notes using Company approved document methods.
• Supports and promotes strict adherence to safety and process controls regarding operating equipment, worksite safety and documentation requirements.
• Involved in all media communications and responsible to maintain community relationships using positive personal and company branding tools.
• Supervises sub-contractor production and workforce regarding assigned project work. Recommends work schedule or work method adjustments regarding sub-contractor activities, as needed.
• Oversees project close out activities in line with Company standards and Owner checklist requirements.
• Fulfills supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the project’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; disciplinary actions; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Knowledge, Skills Abilities
• 17+ years of heavy civil construction experience required, with at least 12+ years management experience in construction required.
• Valid Driver’s License along with ability to meet criteria to drive on behalf of the company
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage teams of up to 7 people
• Proven ability to manage complex construction projects using strong organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Proven ability to manage difficult schedules and project demands while maintaining strict adherence to project safety program.
• Developed expertise in a specialized construction type.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills required.
• Strong leadership capability with internal drive to mentor and grow internal talent.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce project safety programs.
• Bachelor's Degree a considered a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract specific plans and specifications.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamentals geometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.

Work Environment

% of Travel Required

Travel between work sites as needed

Work Environment
• Exposure to extreme temperatures when in the field as well as high levels of noise and varying levels of dust.
• Working on construction site
• Working on uneven and potentially hazardous terrain, including working at heights or near water bodies depending on the bridge/ tunnel location

Physical Demands
• Significant amount of walking and standing while inspecting equipment and coordinating activities on-site
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, and reflective vests when on-site.
• Must be able to lift 50lb or more

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

40-70 Hours (Time May Varies) Read more