• The Construction Superintendent is the first tier of supervision who reports and is accountable to the Plant Supervisor and who knows practices and instructs others on the latest techniques in the construction field and makes optimum use of the resources that are available.   

• The Construction Superintendent is the primary contact with the project sub-contractor’s foreman and will need to coordinate and communicate expected workloads with each of the trades. (Remember the subcontractor works for NRB and their conformance to the flow of work is essential and expected.  This is not to say that the subcontractor’s requests do not have to be taken into account as NRB wants all subcontractors to succeed and be profitable also, but flow of work in the MOC plan takes precedence. Any conflicts you have with a subcontractor in this regard should be addressed to the Construction Manager as it will be his responsibility to address these issues with the subcontractor project manager if you are unable to get a satisfactory response from the subcontractor’s foreman.) 

• The Construction Foreman is responsible for completion of the assigned projects on time and on budget with good quality while being responsible for coordination, control, completion and execution of a particular project with the assigned staff. 

• A foreman must participate in Method of Construction (MOC) plan development for projects assigned, using the prints, project schedule, and subcontractor vs. NRB scope of work as guides.  This participation will be with the Plant Supervisor and Project Manager. After participating in, and receiving the Method of Construction plan from the Plant Supervisor, it is a foreman’s direct responsibility to follow the plan, to communicate issues, problems, road blocks, etc. back to the Plant Supervisor for review, and/or adjustment of the MOC plan. 

Note: As Foreman and participant of the MOC plan development you may not always agree 100% with the MOC plan.  It is the Plant Supervisor’s responsibility to develop the written plan and the Foreman’s responsibility to take ownership of and institute the plan as if it was his own: complete buy-in is expected and required. 

• Adhere to all company policies, processes, procedures, rules and regulations at all times; making sure company rules are followed by work crews and sub-trades. 

• Assess job priorities and assign employees to appropriate job sites/projects 

• Assure that crews have the proper tools and equipment needed for a job in order to ensure a good output To be able to complete all the stated responsibilities, a foreman should have a dynamic personality so that he can manage the work force and tasks efficiently and effectively; must be able to create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; effectively apply our methodology and enforce project standards. 

• Be a main participant in: 

• Daily meetings with trades on scheduled work and labor deployment  

• Morning schedule meetings with the Plant Supervisor 

• Tool box talks and other safety meetings 

• Weekly project foreman’s meetings scheduled by the Plant Supervisor 

• Coordinate scopes of work between the Company and sub-trades; monitor, analyze, review, and coordinate changes in work and spec to keep additional labor and material ticket charges to a minimum 

• Convey both positive and negative aspects of the project and attitudes of crews and trades to the Plant Supervisor; keep open lines of communication  

• Ensure buildings are weather tight for nights/weekends and when appropriate during work days; be alert to pending weather conditions 

• Evaluate quickest and easiest way to complete a job without sacrificing quality  

• Examine finished product or work and verify against specifications and drawings for compliance and quality; be the first level of quality control in fabrication – check other carpenter’s work 

• Give clear directions to workers as to what needs to be done to avoid repetitive mistakes; follow-up to assure compliance with directions 

• Interact with sub-trades to maintain open lines of communication, gain greater cooperation and reduction of labor hours while promoting the quality and “speed to completion” process NRB requires  

• Maintain a positive attitude with sub-trades and staff 

• Monitor sub-trades activities against project schedules; verify sub-trade labor levels are sufficient to meet or maintain work completion schedules 

• Must be able to multi-task and supervise more than one project at a time, competently  

• Perform construction tasks/work when required, or able  

• Read, review, understand, and be able to communicate the information provided on all plans, specifications, scope sheets, and other miscellaneous information given for each specific project.  Focus is to be placed on details and method of construction to be used. 

• Stop any work conducted in an unsafe manner. Practice and enforce safety all the time. 

• Take command and be responsible for jobsite cleanup, neatness, orderly stocking of material, instituting NRB’s Clean Project Site principles daily with crews and sub-trades 

• Treat all employees, sub-trades, customers, and contacts with dignity and respect  

• Work as directed by the Plant Supervisor and/or Weld Shop Supervisor; perform work competently to avoid repetitive mistakes 

  • The Construction Superintendent is the first tier of supervision who reports and is accountable to the Plant Supervisor and who knows practices and instructs others on the latest techniques in the construction field and makes optimum use of the resources that are available.   

  • The Construction Superintendent is the primary contact with the project sub-contractor’s foreman and will need to coordinate and communicate expected workloads with each of the trades. (Remember the subcontractor works for NRB and their conformance to the flow of work is essential and expected.  This is not to say that the subcontractor’s requests do not have to be taken into account as NRB wants all subcontractors to succeed and be profitable also, but flow of work in the MOC plan takes precedence. Any conflicts you have with a subcontractor in this regard should be addressed to the Construction Manager as it will be his responsibility to address these issues with the subcontractor project manager if you are unable to get a satisfactory response from the subcontractor’s foreman.) 

  • The Construction Foreman is responsible for completion of the assigned projects on time and on budget with good quality while being responsible for coordination, control, completion and execution of a particular project with the assigned staff. 

  • A foreman must participate in Method of Construction (MOC) plan development for projects assigned, using the prints, project schedule, and subcontractor vs. NRB scope of work as guides.  This participation will be with the Plant Supervisor and Project Manager. After participating in, and receiving the Method of Construction plan from the Plant Supervisor, it is a foreman’s direct responsibility to follow the plan, to communicate issues, problems, road blocks, etc. back to the Plant Supervisor for review, and/or adjustment of the MOC plan. 

  • Note: As Foreman and participant of the MOC plan development you may not always agree 100% with the MOC plan.  It is the Plant Supervisor’s responsibility to develop the written plan and the Foreman’s responsibility to take ownership of and institute the plan as if it was his own: complete buy-in is expected and required. 

  • Adhere to all company policies, processes, procedures, rules and regulations at all times; making sure company rules are followed by work crews and sub-trades. 

  • Assess job priorities and assign employees to appropriate job sites/projects 

  • Assure that crews have the proper tools and equipment needed for a job in order to ensure a good output To be able to complete all the stated responsibilities, a foreman should have a dynamic personality so that he can manage the work force and tasks efficiently and effectively; must be able to create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; effectively apply our methodology and enforce project standards.

    • Daily meetings with trades on scheduled work and labor deployment  

    • Morning schedule meetings with the Plant Supervisor 

    • Tool box talks and other safety meetings 

    • Weekly project foreman’s meetings scheduled by the Plant Supervisor 

    • Coordinate scopes of work between the Company and sub-trades; monitor, analyze, review, and coordinate changes in work and spec to keep additional labor and material ticket charges to a minimum 

    • Convey both positive and negative aspects of the project and attitudes of crews and trades to the Plant Supervisor; keep open lines of communication  

    • Ensure buildings are weather tight for nights/weekends and when appropriate during work days; be alert to pending weather conditions 

    • Evaluate quickest and easiest way to complete a job without sacrificing quality  

    • Examine finished product or work and verify against specifications and drawings for compliance and quality; be the first level of quality control in fabrication – check other carpenter’s work 

    • Give clear directions to workers as to what needs to be done to avoid repetitive mistakes; follow-up to assure compliance with directions 

    • Interact with sub-trades to maintain open lines of communication, gain greater cooperation and reduction of labor hours while promoting the quality and “speed to completion” process NRB requires  

    • Maintain a positive attitude with sub-trades and staff 

    • Monitor sub-trades activities against project schedules; verify sub-trade labor levels are sufficient to meet or maintain work completion schedules 

    • Must be able to multi-task and supervise more than one project at a time, competently  

    • Perform construction tasks/work when required, or able  

    • Read, review, understand, and be able to communicate the information provided on all plans, specifications, scope sheets, and other miscellaneous information given for each specific project.  Focus is to be placed on details and method of construction to be used. 

    • Stop any work conducted in an unsafe manner. Practice and enforce safety all the time. 

    • Take command and be responsible for jobsite cleanup, neatness, orderly stocking of material, instituting NRB’s Clean Project Site principles daily with crews and sub-trades 

    • Treat all employees, sub-trades, customers, and contacts with dignity and respect  

    • Work as directed by the Plant Supervisor and/or Weld Shop Supervisor; perform work competently to avoid repetitive mistakes

      • Produce and submit job related expense reports along with receipts in a timely fashion 

      • Seek proper compensation of per diem expenses for crews working off-site 

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      • Be a leader in safety, quality, improvement, and efficiency for Operations 

      • Be the go-to-person in the absence of the Plant Supervisor; be a staff member that can grow with the Company through continuing education and skill enhancements 

      • Become well versed in the construction capabilities of the company 

      • Develop, monitor and maintain all business relationships with outside firms and personnel in an effort to maintain relations for future work 

      • Maintain reasonable profitability in the company by proper deployment of workers and proper utilization of tools, equipment and materials 

      • Mentor lower level carpenters 

      • Plan and attend Job Site Meetings on an as needed basis to monitor project progression against schedule 

      • Produce and submit Construction Daily reports by break time (9 AM) 

      • Review manufacturing operations in the facility; make recommendations for change as needed 

      • Review production output of projects with Plant Supervisor to assure scheduled delivery 

      • Turn in daily subcontractor reports to Plant Supervisor 

      • Verify the fit (capability and labor size) of sub-trades to the scope/size of the project 

      • Verify transmission of addenda to subcontractors foreman To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

        • bility to handle multiple tasks concurrently 

        • Advanced blueprint reading; must be able to read, comprehend, understand, interpret, and evaluate blueprints, details, technical specifications, schedules, and/or technical manuals 

        • Demonstrate leadership skills, including staff development, coaching and training. 

        • Demonstrate sound business judgment 

        • Knowledge of methods of construction, procedures, practices, materials, equipment, tools, precautions, and safety.  

        • Minimum 2-years work experience related to the Company’s products and services 

        • Minimum 5-years’ experience in the building construction industry with some supervision experience helpful 

        • Minimum High School graduate with strong math skills; with some college preferred 

        • Organization and time management skills  

        • Skills in: 

        • Analytical and problem-resolution  

        • Negotiation 

        • Strong Leadership and Motivation 

        • Time Management and Planning 

        • Valid driver’s license – Holding and maintaining a current and valid Pennsylvania driver’s license is a condition of your employment.  Any changes in your driving record must be reported immediately.  If you receive a citation for a vehicle or traffic-related offense or violation, it must be reported to the Company immediately and no later than five (5) days following the incident. 

        • You must report any arrest, citation or conviction for a criminal drug violation or an alcohol-related crime within five (5) days of the arrest, citation or conviction.  Company will take appropriate action within thirty (30) days of notification of receipt of same or failure to report same may result in corrective action up to and including immediate termination. 

          • Clearly communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand 

          • Excellent face to face, telephone, and electronic communicator 

          • Give full attention to what other people are saying; taking time to understand the points being made; asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times 

          • Must be able to read, comprehend, understand, interpret, and evaluate blueprints, details, technical specifications, schedules, and/or technical manuals 

          • Proficient in reading, speaking, and understanding verbal and written English. Second language is an added benefit Able to operate a construction calculator; read a tape measure, an Architect’s scale and a square Basic mathematics up to and including trigonometry (Pythagorean Theorem) to solve problems pertaining to square, construction details, heights, lengths, widths, clearances, tolerances and other construction functions; able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in inches, feet, and fractions  

            • Able to concentrate on a task over a period of time while being distracted or interrupted  

            • Capable of working outside or inside, in all seasons (summer, fall, winter, spring), and range of temperatures (winter’s icy-cold to summer’s high heat and humidity)  

            • Complete company health and safety training program 

            • Knowledge of the Company’s Crisis Management Program to implement actions 

            • Must continually be able to meet physical expectations as outlined on job analysis form 

              • Able to reliably travel to the place of work within the USA (office, construction site, etc.) 

              • Able to spend multiple nights away per month, when required, with or without advanced notice 

              • Able to work extended hours on occasion when required, with or without advanced notice 

              • Education in Construction Management and Business could lead to a higher position 

              • Must have a clean, neat, and professional appearance; project a positive, ethical image  

              • Must provide valid name and number for emergency contact 

              • No outstanding warrants for arrest 

              • Provide assistance as needed, especially in split and wrap 

              • US Citizen