Construction Supervisor

CITY OF WOONSOCKET, RHODE ISLAND

Personnel Division

Employment Advertisement

CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

The City of Woonsocket, RI is conducting a search for a Construction Supervisor.  Working under the direction of the Director of Planning & Development and the Federal Administrator of Programs & Grants, the Construction Supervisor is responsible for all field inspections, as well as the supervision and administration of all construction projects for the City of Woonsocket.  Additional duties include, but are not limited to, the following:  preparing written construction specifications, technical drawings and cost estimates for all projects, preparing bid specifications for the Blight Reduction Program, managing demolition projects, as well as providing CDBG Rehab Program services for the communities of North Smithfield and Cumberland.  The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma, or a GED equivalent with six (6) years of experience in the construction field as either an inspector, foreman, supervisor, draftsperson, architectural designer or any combination thereof.  College education in any of these areas may serve as a substitute.  Must be able to meet critical deadlines, make immediate judgements on construction projects, have knowledge of construction procedures and policies, and work well with the general public.  Background in residential construction is required.

Application Deadline:    Friday, February 28, 2025

Classification:     Local 3851/Professional and Technical

Salary Range:     $1,114.35/week to $1,248.31/week          [T9]

Hours of Work:     40-hours per week

Examination Date:     To Be Determined

To Apply:  The City of Woonsocket offers a competitive benefit and compensation package.  For more information on this position including a full position description and application visit the “Employment” section on the City of Woonsocket website via the following URL: 

https://www.woonsocketri.org/personnel-department/pages/employment-opportunities

Please forward your completed application and resume to Nikki Aphonphanh, Personnel Division, City of Woonsocket, 169 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895.  You may send your information electronically to naphonphanh@woonsocketri.org.

A City of Woonsocket Application for Employment must be completed and one can be obtained by visiting the “Employment” section of the City’s website at www.woonsocketri.org.

About Woonsocket:  A City that upholds forward thinking principles for both employees and residents.  Located in Rhode Island’s Blackstone Valley, the City of Woonsocket is a vibrant, urban community and is surrounded by the growing suburban communities of Lincoln, Cumberland and North Smithfield, and boasts a positive business climate where City officials and the business community work together to build a strong economy.  Woonsocket is centrally located in the Boston/Worcester/Providence triangle, and home to CVS Corporation, a Fortune 500 company.

JOB TITLE:                           Construction Supervisor

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:  Planning and Development Department/Development Division

PAY GRADE/HOURS:          Grade T9 / 40-hour work week

UNION:                                  Local 3851/Professional and Technical

POSITION SUMMARY:  Under the direction of the Director of Planning & Development and the Federal Administrator of Programs and Grants.  Working with the Federal Program & Grants Coordinator, the Construction Supervisor will be responsible for field inspection including direct supervision and administration of various construction projects as administered by the City of Woonsocket and as in part funded under Home Investment Partnership Program and the Community Development Block Grant Program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Field inspections of construction of municipal buildings, park improvements, roadway and public improvements, and housing rehabilitation.
• Prepares written construction specifications, technical drawings and cost estimates for all projects.
• Solicits and reviews bids for accuracy and approval.
• Serves as the Labor Review Officer on projects requiring Davis Bacon Prevailing Wages.
• Makes immediate judgments on site construction projects on proper construction procedures and practices to follow.
• Serves as a liaison and on occasion acts as a mediator between property owners and contractors.
• Responsible for preparing bid specifications for the Blight Reduction Program and manages the demolition projects.
• Provides services to the Town of North Smithfield and the Town of Cumberland for their CDBG Rehab Programs.
• Must be organized and able to work independently with little or no direction, set priorities and meet critical deadlines in an effective manner on a variety of projects and multiple tasks.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:  A high school diploma or a GED equivalent, is required.  Must have six (6) years of experience in construction trades as an inspector, foreman, supervisor, draftsman, designer, architectural designer or any combination thereof.  College education in related field may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.  Must be capable of making immediate judgments on site construction projects on proper construction procedures and practices to follow.  Must be capable of dealing with the general public in a professional manner and capable of articulating construction procedures and policies.  Must have a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Residential construction background required.

OR:  Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES:  Must have ability to supervise construction work and develop public specifications and drawings for various construction projects.  Must have knowledge of the tools, safety standards, equipment, methods, and materials associated with the construction and maintenance industry.  Must be able to work with and effectively instruct contractors and deal with local officials and members of the general public.  Shall have knowledge and understanding of the RI International Property Maintenance Code, RI Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Fire Codes.  Must have training and knowledge of Lead Hazard Reduction, Lead Hazard Control and LEAD regulations governed by DOH, DEM and OSHA.

Must be able to read and understand construction plans.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Work requires some agility and physical strength, such as moving in and about construction sites, over rough terrain, or standing or walking much of the work period.  Employee is exposed to outdoor work, traffic, loud noises, emotional stress, and risk of personal injury; however, duties are largely mental rather than physical; but may require minimal motor skills for activities such as moving objects, operating a personal computer and/or most office equipment, typing and work processing, filing, sorting papers or operating a motor vehicle.  Position requires constant reading of documents and reports for understanding.  Employee is not required to distinguish colors.

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.

CONFIDENTIALITY:  Employee has access to confidential information and is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of that information as it relates to written and electronic documents and correspondence.

An Equal Opportunity Employer