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8388
CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, assists the
Highway Engineer in supervising and coordinating construction
projects of a district or central highway maintenance program.
Work may be performed in inclement weather and around heavy
moving equipment. Performs related work as required.
Examples of Work
Schedules maintenance activities, assigning employees and
equipment according to the needs of the project.
Organizes and plans for maintenance improvement projects based
on needs and available funding.
Estimates and submits costs on maintenance contracts.
Records the labor, materials and equipment expense for each
maintenance construction project.
Writes correspondence and reports pertaining to maintenance and
construction projects.
Conducts field reviews to inspect and assure compliance to
highway maintenance and construction policies, procedures and
standards.
May teach maintenance management classes.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the
construction and maintenance of highways.
Knowledge of surveying and engineering principles and
techniques.
Knowledge of the office and administrative procedures used in
the Maintenance Division.
Knowledge of maintenance management skills and philosophies.
Ability to organize, assign, and supervise skilled and semi
skilled employees engaged in road repair and construction.
Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and drawings.
Ability to maintain records and to prepare reports.
Ability to interpret oral and written instructions and
directions.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or
the equivalent.
Substitution:
Experience in highway or bridge construction or
inspection may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the
required education.
Experience:
Five years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience in highway or bridge construction, one year of
which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
Substitution:
Successful completion of coursework in
engineering or surveying from an accredited college or university
may be substituted for the general experience at the rate of 12
semester hours for one year of experience.
Special Requirement:
A valid WV driver's license is required.
Established: 10/21/93
Effective:
11/15/93