Senior Superintendent - Concrete Construction

Senior Superintendent

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a top priority at C&S. We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent with a strong background in concrete construction and project management for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects in our Syracuse office. This individual will lead all field operations and daily on-site activities, with particular emphasis on supervising concrete work including foundations, slabs-on-grade, structural concrete, and flatwork. The successful candidate must have the knowledge and confidence to engage professionally with design professionals, consultants, and the client while directing subcontractors to safely execute the work per the contract documents, schedule, and budget.

This individual will work in partnership with the Project Manager, take ownership of project management functions in the field, and mentor assistant superintendents and field staff. Travel within Central New York is required.

• Lead the preparation and weekly maintenance of the project schedule, including three-week look-aheads.
• Review plans and specs; provide constructability input on design, concrete means and methods, and scheduling.
• Direct all day-to-day site activities; lead and supervise assistant superintendents, field staff, and trades.
• Complete required daily project field documentation.
• Plan, supervise, and direct all concrete operations – formwork, reinforcement, embeds and anchor bolts, placement, finishing, and curing including pour plans and cold/hot weather procedures.
• Maintain good relations and communication with all involved with the project.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and utilities, including concrete suppliers, pumping, and testing agencies.
• Conduct weekly subcontractor & safety meetings
• Manage field project administration including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost tracking; identify and communicate design errors or omissions.
• Maintain a clean, safe job site and enforce OSHA and all applicable safety standards.
• Coordinate independent testing and inspections, including concrete testing per ASTM/ACI; review batch tickets and enforce mix design requirements.
• Enforce quality control and conformance with contract documents; ensure "as-built" drawings are maintained by all trades.
• Coordinate all required municipal inspections; prepare and expedite punch lists through closeout.
• Communicate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to a supervisor or the Health and Safety Department immediately.

• Minimum 15+ years' experience as a construction superintendent, with significant experience supervising concrete construction
• College or university degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans and specs, including structural drawings and reinforcement schedules.
• In-depth knowledge of concrete means and methods, with working familiarity with ACI standards and ASTM testing requirements.
• Proven project management skills including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost awareness; strong command of CPM scheduling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, and Excel;
  Procore experience a plus; OSHA 30-Hour and ACI certifications preferred.
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills; committed to safety and…