This position requires an immediate, full-time, on-site presence in Heber City, Utah, for the remainder of an active project, which is expected to conclude within the next 3-4 months. Following project completion, the position will support projects throughout the Western United States.
Job Description
Global Rock Works is North America's first rope-access-certified geohazard mitigation company, delivering specialized slope stabilization, rockfall mitigation, drilling, and difficult-access construction services throughout Western North America.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead field operations across multiple projects while mentoring field leadership and driving safe, high-quality project execution. This is a senior leadership position responsible for developing crews, supporting project planning, and ensuring operational excellence from mobilization through project completion.
The Senior Superintendent leads by example and embodies Global Rock Works' core values of Safety, Integrity, and Camaraderie.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to Superintendents and field crews.
- Partner with the Operations Manager and Project Manager to develop execution strategies and project schedules and oversee field operations
- Foster a positive, high-performance culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Assist Operations with evaluating and developing field personnel.
- Resolve field issues quickly while maintaining project schedules and client expectations.
Safety Leadership
- Champion Global Rock Works' safety culture on every project.
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA regulations, company policies, client requirements, and site-specific safety plans.
- Lead incident investigations, corrective actions, and safety coaching.
- Conduct field audits, inspections, and safety observations.
- Ensure all crews complete the required pre-task planning, JHAs, toolbox talks, and documentation.
- Maintain the highest standards of equipment inspections and safe work practices.
Project Execution
- Review drawings, specifications, work plans, and project schedules
- Coordinate equipment, materials, logistics, and workforce requirements.
- Monitor project productivity, budgets, schedules, and field performance.
- Identify and resolve constructability issues before they impact production.
- Support Project Managers with project forecasting and operational planning.
- Maintain strong communication between field operations, project management, and clients.
Quality Control & Documentation
- Ensure all work meets engineering specifications, QA/QC requirements, and client expectations.
- Review daily reports, drill logs, production tracking, safety documentation, and project records.
- Verify that documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.
- Maintain project records, equipment logs, and field documentation.
Client Relations
- Serve as the senior field representative for Global Rock Works.
- Build strong relationships with owners, engineers, inspectors, and client representatives.
- Participate in coordination meetings and project planning discussions.
- Promote professionalism and exceptional customer service on every project.
Equipment & Resources
- Ensure proper utilization, maintenance, and care of company equipment.
- Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance with Operations.
- Assist with equipment planning and mobilization for upcoming projects.
- Monitor inventory, tooling, and material requirements.
Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of supervisory experience (Superintendent or equivalent leadership role) in geohazard mitigation, heavy civil construction, mining, rope access, or remote construction.
- SPRAT or IRATA Certification preferred
- OSHA 30
- Extensive experience operating pneumatic wagon drills and hydraulic drills, including John Henry and Word Drill attachments or similar. Proficient with top-hammer and down-the-hole (DTH) drilling systems, as well as casing drill operations, including duplex drilling and dual-rotary methods
Experience with:
- Soil nail installation
- Rock bolting and dowel installation
- Cable lashing
- Rockfall barriers and attenuators
- Draped mesh systems
- Hand and mechanical scaling
- Excavator-mounted drill rigs
- Grout plants
- Helicopter-supported operations (preferred)
- Shotcrete (ACI Nozzleman Preferred.)
- Strong understanding of engineered drawings, specifications, and construction sequencing.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
- Valid driver's license
Required Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Excellent communication with clients, crews, and project teams.
- Ability to make sound decisions in dynamic, high-risk environments.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of productivity tracking and field operations.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in steep, remote, and challenging environments when required.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in rope access systems when necessary.
- Maintain a professional attitude while representing Global Rock Works to clients and stakeholders.
Travel & Lodging
For employees required to work away from home:
- Travel and lodging accommodations provided
- $50.00 daily per diem
Pay: $52.00 - $58.00 per hour
Experience:
- Superintendent or equivalent leadership role: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
