What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Superintendent - Water, Sewer, Storm Drain position at CMES, Inc.?
Founded in 1996, CMES, Inc. is a rapidly growing, privately held Georgia-based civil construction company. We are seeking to add a Superintendent to our team to support our continued rapid growth within the utility industry. This role is a field-based position, located in Atlanta, Georgia, and will support the project management needs in the field. This position will work at multiple work site locations throughout the Greater Metro Atlanta, Area.
Benefits
CMES, Inc. an excellent team culture and professional growth opportunities. Our total compensation package includes competitive weekly pay, as well as medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, and 401K benefits.
Overview
The Water Superintendent will manage crews on our projects and serve as our representative in dealings with subcontractors, suppliers, customers, and government inspectors. This role will oversee all water, sewer and storm drain activities and employees. This includes, but is not limited to, supervision of all Water/Sewer Operations staff, developing and implementing Department goals, policies and priorities, oversight of all water, sewer and storm water operations and maintenance, participation in large capital expansion projects, preparing and administering department budget and expenditures, and recordkeeping
Roles & Responsibilities
- Plans and directs the operations and maintenance work performed by the Water/Sewer / Storm Drain sector.
- Confers with the CEO to plan, develop and direct the implementation of division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards.
- Performs technical and supervisory work directing the activities of workers in a variety of water, sewer, and storm water work, including maintenance and operation of mains, valves, hydrants, backflow preventers, and services.
- Oversees the personnel functions for the water division, including analyzing division personnel needs; makes recommendations, accordingly, including recruiting, selecting, hiring, motivating, evaluating, disciplining and terminating divisional personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Coordinate site activities and assure that all employees, subcontractors and vendors directly involved in the project are in phase with the project goals and objectives
- Perform and oversee all work in a safe and efficient manner
- Function as part of a collaborative environment and work closely with other construction team members and industry professionals
- Operate machinery, if required, according to project plans and specifications
- Provide assistance to subcontractors as required
- Document and report work activities in a concise and effective manner
- Materials and Equipment Handling
- Other Duties as Assigned and Directed by Management
Skills and Qualifications
- 7 years minimum experience in water and wastewater projects, preferably GDOT projects or similar
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment
- Knowledge of construction methods and technologies
- Ability to enforce all required federal and state regulations and codes
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Ability to handle physical labor
- Knowledge of jobsite safety practices
- Experience in self-performing concrete construction
- Experience in excavation utilizing a variety of shoring systems
- Experience in water and sewer system mechanical piping installations
- Ability to operate heavy equipment specific to the water / sewer / storm drain sector
Special Requirement Skill
- Candidate must be willing to travel every day to multiple job site locations for long term assignments (truck will be provided)
- Position will wear protective gear (Safety Glasses and Hard Hat, etc. as required) at all times while on job sites. (PPE provided)
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of experience or 10 years equivalent practical experience in a related position
Communication Skills
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of experience or 10 years equivalent practical experience in a related position
Communication Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to work across varied disciplines
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence and memos
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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 may occasionally be required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to use hands to type and write. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee may occasionally be required to 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 may be required to inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
EEO Statement
CMES, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer M/F/V/H/AA. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. CMES, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, and without regard to any other characteristic, protected by applicable law, all in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. CMES, Inc. complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, placement, classification, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, job training, and other aspects of employment.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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 may occasionally be required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to use hands to type and write. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee may occasionally be required to 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 may be required to inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
EEO Statement
CMES, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer M/F/V/H/AA. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. CMES, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, and without regard to any other characteristic, protected by applicable law, all in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. CMES, Inc. complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, placement, classification, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, job training, and other aspects of employment.
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