Dispatch Lead/Logistics

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This position is responsible for management and implementation of all Dispatch processes for the location including supervising and coordinating labor, equipment, materials, trucking and rentals for all construction projects in the field to ensure project appropriate resources are allocated efficiently.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Manage the Dispatch function for the assigned business unit including implementing new processes and procedures to ensure efficiency.

• Advise location management on planning job schedules and haul routes to anticipate project needs to ensure timely delivery of resources to the job. 

• Negotiate purchasing terms with various vendors to ensure Granite receives the best possible pricing for rentals or other materials needed.

• Supervise the work of other Truck Drivers and/or Dispatchers (including timesheets, hiring and firing,) to ensure resources are allocated appropriately and cost effectively.

• Coordinate project resource needs based on to ensure project schedule goals are met.   

• Coordinate with the HR department, payroll and craft unions to maintain regulations that the union has established to ensure compliance.

• Manage computerized dispatch and distribute on a daily basis a complete, accurate daily labor and material order in HCSS to communicate resource and scheduling with team.

• Understand and know contract requirements when it comes to ordering job resources,(DBE,  listed companies or special Tier compliant equipment).

• Responsible for fleet compliance of all region CMV Drivers (DOT compliance).

• Hold monthly driver meetings, Take 5's and Safety meetings.

Education

• High School Diploma required 

Work Experience

• 5+ years dispatch experience required.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• Attention to detail required.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work in various computer software programs (excel, word, project, Heavy Job, The Dispatcher)

• Knowledge of Construction Jobs, equipment and needs 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

• A team player.

• THIS IS A SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION SUBJECT TO DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND RANDOM TESTING.

Our Benefits at a Glance:

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace.  That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

 

Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.  Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

 

As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.

 

Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Base Salary Range: 

$85,602.00 - $128,403.00

Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.  ​

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