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Superintendent opportunity with Traylor Bros., Inc.!

Traylor Bros., Inc. (TBI) National Heavy Civil division provides comprehensive, cutting-edge heavy civil/underground construction services through traditional and non-traditional delivery methods. TBI has completed more than 135 complex bridge construction and rehabilitation projects across the nation, including world-record cable-stayed structures and segmental bridges. The group also has a history of providing some of the country’s largest port authorities and the maritime industry with the construction of deep-water container piers, wharf facilities, transit terminals, locks, and dams. 

What makes us different?

Our Mission is to excel at constructing complex infrastructure safer, better, and faster by engaging the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit of our team members and providing limitless opportunity for personal and professional growth in a close-knit and collaborative organization.

Our Core Values:

Safety. We are committed to providing a safe work environment. This is always our priority.

People. Our talented team is our greatest asset. We provide opportunity, reward performance, and support a positive and balanced work environment.

Innovation. We have the ability to engineer creative solutions to overcome any obstacle.

Ethics. We are honest and ethical in all our business dealings.

Communication. We encourage open and honest communication throughout our organization.

Community. We add value to our industry and the communities in which we work.

Position Summary:

Directs activities of workers concerned with the construction of Houston Ship Channel Bridge by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction
• Procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, safety training and orientation of new employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays
• Confers with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within work force
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules
• Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports
• Manages Foremen who supervise craft field employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this group. May also directly supervise non-supervisory employees
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by division and corporate management. Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc.  Ability to relocate as needed

Skills and Abilities

• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Demonstrate the ability and behavior necessary to lead others in accomplishing individual and team goals
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Determining the kinds of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to work well in a non-structured environment
• Work as part of a team; ability to lead others

Education/Experience       

• Bachelor’s Degree in a construction or engineering-related field preferred, or a combination of education and/or 7-10 years construction supervision work experience

Physical Demands

• Travel will be required to attend training and meetings.
• Ability to sit or stand for entire shift
• Occasionally requited to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.

Traylor Bros., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, protected activity, or other non-merit factors.