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Superintendent - UIC Construction

Requisition ID
2025-24037
Category
Construction
Location : Location
US-Remote
Travel Requirement
75% - 100%

Overview

UIC Construction is seeking a field Superintendent with extensive vertical construction experience for remote Alaska construction projects. Site superintendent oversee all types of craft workers onsite on a fast paced construction project. Primary duties will include leading construction crews, field documentation, managing onsite subcontractors, scheduling work, and tracking productivity.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

  • Interpret and apply construction documents, including plans, specifications, contracts, shop drawings, submittals, and schedules independently.

  • Coordinate daily activities with owner representatives, project managers, foremen, craft workers, and subcontractors to resolve on-site challenges.

  • Actively participate in and support the health and safety program, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with OSHA standards.

  • Monitor project progress to ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, and quality standards.

  • Manage labor and equipment resources effectively to maintain project schedules and control costs.

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with owners, inspectors, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

  • Supervise field crews and perform construction duties as needed, following all safety protocols.

  • Conduct safety meetings and complete job hazard analyses (JHAs) as required.

  • Maintain a consistent on-site presence during construction activities.

  • Plan project layout and allocate resources, including labor and equipment, to meet project milestones.

  • Lead and support crews consisting of carpenters, laborers, and specialty trade subcontractors.

  • Demonstrate working knowledge of related construction trades and the ability to operate basic equipment such as forklifts and loaders.

  • Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

  • Perform physical tasks that require full range of motion.

  • Represent UIC Sanatu with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to safety and quality.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Min 10-15 years of Superintendent/General Foreman Experience in Remote Vertical Alaska Construction Projects.
  • Must have comprehensive working knowledge of Remote Alaska Construction.
  • Must possess and maintain current driver’s license.
  • Must have a punctual work history.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • First Aid Certification
  • OSHA-10 Certification

Physical and Mental Demands:

  • Strenuous walking, standing, and climbing; frequent heavy lifting and carrying.

  • Work performed on uneven surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding.

  • Requires full-body physical activity including climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, and walking.

  • Frequent use of hands and arms for handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials.

  • Must maintain physical endurance and coordination to safely perform construction-related tasks.

Working Conditions:

  • Loud noises, and/or extremes of heat or cold.
  • The work often requires wearing protective gear that may be uncomfortable.
  • The nature of the work environment may produce moderate levels of stress.
  • Work environment is that of a construction site.
  • May be working in close proximity to moving equipment.
  • Applicant may be subject to environmental conditions such as cold, heat, exposed to noise, hazards, and/or close quarters. Applicant must be aware of work environment at all times.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Commercial Services, LLC is a holding company under Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC), an Alaska Native Corporation providing a wide variety of services including a full range of construction services, design and architecture services, environmental consulting, permitting and compliance and remediation, oil and gas support, ocean-going cargo and shipping services and specialized companies. Several of our companies are SBA 8(a) certified, small disadvantaged businesses and offer substantially competitive rates. Collectively, we offer a breadth of services which we perform with a focus on quality results. UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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