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road construction supervisor

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Description

Road construction supervisors monitor the construction and maintenance of roads. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

mechanical systems road traffic laws mechanical tools types of asphalt coverings machinery load capacity construction product regulation cost management asphalt mixes types of membranes

Practical Skills

work in a construction team inspect construction sites process incoming construction supplies monitor stock level manage health and safety standards ensure equipment availability follow health and safety procedures in construction use safety equipment in construction secure working area react to events in time-critical environments liaise with managers ensure compliance with construction project deadline evaluate employees work inspect construction supplies plan shifts of employees conduct quality control analysis coordinate construction activities keep records of work progress supervise staff plan resource allocation guide operation of heavy construction equipment inspect road signs provide first aid use measurement instruments calculate needs for construction supplies train employees apply proofing membranes perform traffic sign maintenance lay base courses lay concrete slabs work ergonomically work safely with hot materials liaise with local authorities pave asphalt layers inspect drainage channels order construction supplies liaise with financiers transport construction supplies prepare subgrade for road pavement place temporary road signage advise on construction materials maintain equipment provide technical expertise remove road surface recruit employees clear accident site negotiate supplier arrangements inspect asphalt