Section 3

Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL
The Superintendent is responsible for the planning and execution of work performed by Bechtel
direct hire craft on the construction project. The specific duties and responsibilities of the
Superintendent varies from project to project, however, the generic position description shown in
Attachment 3-1 summarizes general duties and responsibilities typical in most craft supervision
positions.

The True / False Responsibilities Examination shown in Exhibit 3-2 will used as a discussion tool
in the Superintendents Workshop.

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GENERIC BCC SUPERINTENDENT POSITION DESCRIPTION

ATTACHMENT 3-1

POSITION:

SUPERINTENDENT

REPORTS TO:

LEAD SUPERINTENDENT

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

The incumbent must have the necessary knowledge and directly related experience in the
construction of civil and industrial facilities and possess the necessary skills to plan and direct the
execution of construction work. A working knowledge of unionized labor construction is preferred.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the first line construction supervisor, the Superintendent must plan and safely execute the
construction work required on the project. This includes but is not limited to the following:

Safely direct assigned construction work using a Zero Accidents philosophy

Make daily craft working assignments (not jurisdictional assignments)

Monitor work activities and approve craft timesheets

Prepare change of rate slips

Monitor tool usage on the site

Review the project design to identify potential changes which will improve the constructability
of the work

Use project automation tools as required on the project

Develop craft loading plans for the work to be performed

Develop project schedules and work plans for the work to be performed

Monitor actual work performance against the project budget and schedule

Provide input to construction craft work performance and special skills

Provide input on required temporary construction facilities for the project

Establish a working relationship and lines of communication with assigned Field Engineer(s)

Assess needs and identify craft training requirements

Ensure the quality of the work performed

Ensure the most current design document is used to complete the work and that all design
changes are approved prior to implementation

Ensure that required design information is available to the crafts when needed

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Monitor the use of calibrated measuring and test equipment

Ensure that rigging activities are performed safely

Prepare Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensure that the crafts have
the tools they require to be productive

Identify construction critical items that have the potential of impacting the work schedule

When required, assist in monitoring subcontractor activities on the project including contract
coordination and administration of project backcharges

Supervise system and area turnovers

Implement the requirements of the project Environmental Control Plan

Monitor jobsite work rule compliance

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SUPERINTENDENT RESPONSIBILITY EXAM

ATTACHMENT 3-2

This examination is intended to be used as a discussion tool and to highlight key aspects of a
BCC craft Superintendent's duties and responsibilities. Please answer True or False to the
following questions regarding the responsibilities of a craft superintendent on a Direct Hire
construction project.
(CIRCLE TRUE or FALSE)
1.

2.

3.

4.

Develop a plan for work crews performing work in your area on how to complete assigned
work, including safety and health concerns, for off hours and weekend work even if you
will not be on site at the time.
TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

Order craft from the local.

Make sure equipment on site is being used productively.

Keep a close watch on craft to make sure Bechtel is getting a full days work.
TRUE

5.

Check material pricing locally to make sure the project is not paying too much for field
procured materials.
TRUE

6.

8.

9.

FALSE

Stay current on what's happening in the construction industry and identify new tools and
equipment that will improve construction productivity.
TRUE

7.

FALSE

FALSE

Make project labor assignments based on industry accepted jurisdictional agreements to

avoid problems before they arise.
TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

Discipline craft who fail to comply with project work rules.

Terminate unproductive employees.

10. Correct any project worker, including the client, who fails to obey a project safety rule.
TRUE

FALSE

SUPERINTENDENT RESPONSIBILITY EXAM

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11. Discipline craft who are insubordinate.

TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

12. Socialize with craft employees offsite to ensure a harmonious work site.

13. The superintendent is responsible to ensure that project design information is complete and
accurate before it goes to the craft.
TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

14. Train assigned craft.

15. Empower assigned craft to do more on the project.

16. The Superintendent's number one job is to complete the job with the lowest possible labor
hour performance factor.
TRUE

FALSE

17. Make sure you complete the project with the lowest number of recordable injuries in your
work crews.
TRUE

FALSE

18. Do the right thing for the environment whether or not its covered in the project Environmental
Control Plan.
TRUE

FALSE

19. Accepting small gifts from the vendors, or other non-Bechtel business associates is
acceptable.
TRUE

FALSE

20. If you work with client personnel on a daily basis, keep them advised on the inside story of
what's going on within the Bechtel organization.
TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

21. Sell Bechtel services to the client.

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22. The superintendent is responsible for craft work that is discovered to be incorrect even after
the Field Engineer inspects and accepts the work.
TRUE

FALSE

23. To eliminate waste on non-nuclear projects, the superintendent may elect to waive quality
inspection paperwork that does not add value.
TRUE

FALSE

24. The responsible superintendent should provide a detailed explanation and justification on
termination slips to document the reason for the termination to avoid the potential of the
terminated employee filing a grievance.
TRUE

FALSE

For the following questions, assume you are the Lead Superintendent on the project and
are unable to contact the Site Manager:
25. If a significant emergency condition occurs at the site, immediately call the San Francisco
hotline to report the emergency.
TRUE

FALSE

26. If a craft work stoppage occurs, contact the Shop Steward or Business Agent and report what
has happened.
TRUE

FALSE

27. Immediately terminate any craft employee who appears to be in an intoxicated condition.
TRUE

FALSE

28. If two employees get into a fight on the project, have them sit out the rest of the shift until
emotions cool down and the matter can be investigated.
TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

29. Call no shows at home to find out why they didn't come to work.

30. Do not allow state or federal OSHA or EPA inspectors on the site who show up unannounced.
TRUE

FALSE

31. Sign hazardous waste disposal transporter manifest slips on behalf of Bechtel.
TRUE

FALSE

TRUE

FALSE

32. Do not allow law enforcement officers on the site to arrest employees.

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