Construction Superintendent

Job Description

Updated: 11/11/2021

Superintendent

Project Manager / Sr. Project Managers

This position manages on‑site coordination for all phases of the projects, including coordinating subcontractors, material, and equipment, ensuring that drawings & specifications are being strictly followed, and that work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. The Superintendent is responsible for scheduling, inspections, quality control, and job site safety.

• Lead the direction of the jobsite.
• Schedule subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Manage carpenters, laborers, and other personnel on job sites, participating in employee feedback and evaluations.
• Perform quality control responsibilities regarding the work being performed.
• Ensure subcontractors fully execute and comply with the contracted scope of work.
• Maintain continuous communication with the project team (Owner, A/E, Subcontractors) regarding schedules and critical issues.
• Keep all construction documents up to date, check dimensions and details, document changes, review shop drawings and as‑builts.
• Keep a weekly schedule and develop a 3‑to‑4‑week look‑ahead schedule.
• Ensure subcontractors stay on track, confirming delivery time frames for materials.
• Develop punch lists before subcontractors complete work, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and good workmanship.
• Document and record safety issues; hold a weekly safety meeting.
• Control costs related to material schedule and T&M slips, staying within budget scope.
• Submit daily reports on invoices and tool rentals.
• Maintain timesheets for employees on the jobsite.
• Classify vendor invoices related to the job.
• Cross‑train personnel to increase knowledge of MEP.
• Perform superintendent duties at multiple job sites simultaneously.
• Resolve conflicts between subcontractors and vendors.
• Handle difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs, and meet commitments.
• Maintain a positive attitude, fostering teamwork to accomplish work.

This position will supervise all subcontractors, vendors, laborers, and carpenters on a daily basis to ensure adequate manpower is available for each task and that compliant work is performed.

• Minimum of 5‑10 years of verifiable experience on a commercial construction site.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Proficiency in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proficiency with Procore; HH2 software experience preferred.
• Proficient at reading blueprints.
• Detail oriented.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to multi‑task and prioritize work.
• Self‑starter.

Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Estimate of Physical Effort:

• Rarely (15%) – Lifting under 40 lbs.
• Occasional (15%‑40%) – Lifting over 40 lbs., Dusty Environment, Using Oil or Chemicals, Standing, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Sedentary Work, Outside Work, Precision Type Work, Typing, Computer Input, Stooping, Driving, Walking, Answering Phone, Bending, Reaching/Pulling/Pushing.
• Frequent (40%‑70%) – Acuity, Far;
  Acuity, Near;
  Depth Perception;
  Field of Vision;
  Accommodation;
  Color Vision.
• Continuous (Over 70%) – (description truncated for brevity).

H.P. Cummings is an AA/EOE.