Superintendent, Texas

Superintendent, Texas

Job Category:
Construction & Engineering

Full-Time

On-site

Austin, TX, USA

Thinking about a change? Join Ellis Don!

We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace, and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn't matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries.

We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at Ellis Don could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at Ellis Don, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. Ellis Don's commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, Ellis Don's purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve their full potential;

to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

In case you're curious, here's what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in, and our latest Impact report.

Our new venture in Austin, Texas highlights our dedication to innovation and community infrastructure. This project brings our Cradle to Grave services to a vibrant city, ensuring superior standards at every construction phase. Join us as Ellis Don continues to shape the future of construction.

You as a Superintendent will:

• Provide overall construction management, including design, budget and schedule, in conjunction with the Project Manager, Owners, Engineers and Architects to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget on large complex projects.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Direct all aspects of on-site construction operations including resource allocation, schedule management, and quality control to ensure timely project delivery within established budgets.
• Lead and develop project teams through effective supervision, communication, and performance management while establishing a culture of safety and operational excellence.
• Interpret and implement construction documents, blueprints, and specifications to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with design intent, building codes, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate and manage all subcontractor activities including scheduling, quality assessment, and conflict resolution to maintain project momentum and contractual adherence.
• Conduct thorough quality assurance inspections throughout all construction phases, identifying and resolving deficiencies before they impact project timelines or client satisfaction.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive project documentation including daily reports, RFIs, change orders, and as-built records to ensure contractual compliance and mitigate risk.
• Develop and implement site-specific safety protocols that exceed regulatory requirements while fostering a zero-incident work environment through regular training and enforcement.
• Manage project budgets through detailed cost tracking, value engineering implementation, and proactive financial reporting to optimize profitability and resource utilization.
• Serve as primary liaison between clients, design teams, and field personnel, facilitating clear communication and timely decision-making to prevent project delays.
• Analyze construction methodologies and implement innovative techniques to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall project delivery while maintaining quality standards.
• Advise senior management of potential problems, work interferences and schedule difficulties while assisting in resolving conflicts.
• Be jointly responsible to monitor, interpret and…