Superintendent, Construction

Employment Type:

Full-Time

FSLA:
Salary/Exempt

Division:
Field Operations

Department:
Field Operations

Reports to:

General Superintendent

Supervisory Duties:
Yes

Site

Location:

Springfield, MA

The Superintendent will provide overall administrative and technical management at the construction project site. This role will manage all on-site construction activities including, self-perform labor, subcontractors, and consultants. Other responsibilities will include the administration of the jobsite safety program, quality management, and overall schedule coordination and supervision.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

* Administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

* Proficient in all 5 areas of focus on their project:

* Safety, Schedule, Cost, Quality, and creating Raving Fans with all external partners.

* Develop and implement a site-specific safety plan for each project assigned.

* Verify that all subcontractors have a valid subcontract and an acceptable insurance certificate prior to working on site.

* Serve as the OSHA competent person for various tasks or assign others to serve as competent person.

* Preplan all operations to produce innovative and efficient methods to avoid hazards. The Superintendent must correct all recognized hazards immediately.

* Supervise construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with the plans and specifications.

* Thoroughly understand the contract (owner/subcontractor), owner requirements, contract plans, contract specifications, submittals and any change documents.

* Provide technical assistance on the project, interpret contract drawings and submittals, and develop construction methods consistent with contract documents.

* Work with the project team to set project goals and schedule milestones.

* Coordinate all required labor, equipment, small tools, permanent materials, and supplies as needed for self-perform operations.

* Create the Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP), manage all aspects of project quality efforts.

* Complete onsite material verification as required for the project.

* Manage project budget requirements:

* Assist the project manager in developing budgets and monthly cost to complete.

* Manage T&M process, including verification of time and materials.

* Track production and submit quantities weekly.

* Identify changes in the field, authorize field change requests, provide all documentation required to ensure compensation for all work performed.

* Assist in the Approval process for all subcontractor requisitions.

* Manage the project to meet schedule requirements and milestones:

* Develop a baseline schedule with Project Services Group.

* Track progress against baseline schedule and critical path dates.

* Communicate schedule requirements at weekly subcontractor meetings.

* Develop a short-term plan on a weekly basis that directly supports the project schedule and looks ahead a minimum of 3 weeks.

* Coordinate and lead the daily stand up and weekly foreman meetings.

* Ensure that the material delivery log is updated and accurate.

* Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner.

* Participate in business development. Create Raving Fans on current projects. Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects.

* Participate in quarterly superintendent and safety meetings, as well as periodic training sessions.

* Supervise assigned foremen, assistant superintendents, and project engineers.

Key Skills

* Strong communication skills.

* Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.

* Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.

* Motivated and driven.

* Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.

* Ability to work with and manage multiple people.

Required Experience

* Bachelor's degree in construction management with at least 5 years of experience in the construction field or any related field.

* Understands building plans and specs.

* CSL preferred.

* OSHA 10 Certification required; OSHA 30 Certification preferred.

* Thorough knowledge of Corporate/Industry Safety standards.

* Working knowledge of CPM schedule.

* Working knowledge of cost report and labor production report.

* Thorough knowledge of corporate quality program.

* Thorough knowledge of subcontract language.

* Basic computer knowledge.