Project Superintendent

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent I with healthcare or municipal project experience to join our close‑knit team in Phoenix, Arizona, and build a long‑term career at one of the most innovative and growth‑oriented building companies in the United States. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated the ability to build projects in excess of $15 million.

• Demonstrate a thorough basic knowledge of the project plans and specifications, schedule (including the sequencing/phasing of the project and those activities that comprise the critical path on the project) and the project estimate.
• Assist the Senior or Lead Project Superintendent on the project with the implementation, management and enforcement of the Kitchell Safety Program and the Site‑Specific Safety Plan on the project.
• Perform daily safety inspections of the project and enforce the requirements of Kitchell Safety Program, Site‑Specific Safety Plan, and OSHA Guidelines as necessary to provide a safe work environment for the personnel on site as well as other personnel that may be directly affected by the project.
• Assist the senior or Lead Project Superintendent on the project with the implementation, management and enforcement of the Kitchell Quality Assurance Program and comprehensive quality control that enforces the requirements of the contract specifications, drawings and industry standards.
• Assist the senior or Lead Project Superintendent with the administration and monitoring of all storm water prevention and fugitive dust regulations and prevention measures per the project's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and applicable environmental quality regulations.
• Establish an effective and professional on‑site working relationship with the owner, architects, engineers and inspectors related to the project.
• Prepare and distribute Project Daily Reports which are to contain information related to, but not be limited to crew sizes, manpower count, detailed description of work performed by area/floor for each trade partner as well as equipment used, weather conditions, construction progress, issues and delays.
• Assist with building, maintaining and updating a thorough and accurate Project Schedule.
• Maintain a current and updated set of drawings (electronic or paper) in the field and help ensure that our Trade Partner personnel are using same.
• Work with Project Engineers as an additional resource to ensure shop drawings and submittals are properly coordinated and are in adherence with contract drawings.
• Assist with developing and implementing techniques, methods and systems for the project. Recommend improvements in work methods and materials to enhance quality, safety, productivity and management.
• Assist with the effective management of our Trade Partners in a manner that is conducive to a successful and timely project completion.
• Assist with establishing and maintaining work‑to‑complete and pre‑punch lists throughout the project duration to minimize corrective work at the end of the project.
• Assist with establishing and managing the completion of Kitchell pre‑punch and Architect/Owner punch‑lists.
• Assist with close‑out procedures in accordance with the contract documents and procedure manual.

• 5–8 years of experience
• OSHA 30

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

• Knowledge of all elements of healthcare construction and understanding of skilled trades.
• Skilled in field productivity, and project management software.
• Ability to influence, negotiate and drive project schedules.

• Any travel is limited to Arizona.

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general…