Commercial Superintendent

Synectics Inc

$80K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years as a Superintendent in commercial construction.
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree (MA/MSc) is a plus.
  • Strong multitasking, prioritization, and time management skills.
  • Proficient in reading construction plans, specifications, and financial reports.
  • Skilled in subcontractor bid solicitation and negotiation.
  • Competent with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Procore and Microsoft Project preferred.
  • Must be available to work at the Purcellville, VA office and have a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance business processes to boost efficiency on job sites.
  • Oversee job contracts, plans, and construction schedules to ensure precise execution.
  • Manage subcontractor selection, negotiations, and enforce safety and quality standards.
  • Prepare, update, and manage detailed project schedules including procurement items and critical path tasks.
  • Conduct daily site inspections, lead weekly progress meetings, and maintain a zero punchlist at completion.
  • Track material submittals, manage change orders, and revise monthly cost projections.
  • Resolve personnel issues, handle crises, and coordinate with owners and project teams on goals.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching.
  • Health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
  • Unlimited paid time off.
Full Job Description
A leading general contracting company specializing in residential and commercial construction. As passionate entrepreneurs, we pride ourselves on taking complete ownership of our jobs and responsibilities. In our company, the role of Superintendent is of utmost importance in ensuring the successful delivery of projects. These dedicated professionals excel in managing jobsites and overseeing every aspect of a project, from its inception to its completion, primarily in the field.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, manage, and improve business infrastructure and operations built around industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
  • Oversee procedures and processes for efficiency and thoughtfully implement recommendations to develop and improve them.
  • Oversee preparation and ensure execution of job contract.
  • Negotiate with and select subcontractors to perform the work. Draft subcontracts.
  • Review the plans and specifications for construction and construction schedules
  • Assist is the management of the pre-construction schedule.
  • Understand the contract between and owner/client.
  • Understand project estimate and budget set-up, subcontractor and supplier contracts.
  • Prepare, manage, and update the detailed project schedule with sequence and activity duration including procurement items.
  • Establish the punch list process and close-out procedures with Project Manager, Owner and Architect before subcontractor work starts.
  • Maintain a Zero Punchlist.
  • Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors in critical path to ensure timely completion.
  • Perform quality control duties and responsibilities regarding the work being performed.
  • Identify subcontractor non-compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards.
  • Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to project team for resolution.
  • Perform superintendent duties at multiple job sites, simultaneously.
  • Ensure subcontractor has corrected all deficiencies identified by project team.
  • Walk project daily to monitor activities and assist in future planning.
  • Provide Project Manager with 2-week look ahead schedules
  • Gather project material submittals and maintain records of approvals at the job site.
  • Identify and track all long lead time items on the project critical path.
  • Prepare for and lead weekly progress meetings.
  • Track submittals, prepare requests for information, and create owner and subcontractor change orders.
  • Revise monthly cost projection and handle collections related to work.
  • Update project schedule as needed to meet the final deadline.
  • Deliver project on time, within budget and "100% at move-in." "100% at move-in" is having no punch list at completion
  • Resolve interpersonal conflicts among project staff, handle errors or delays and respond to crisis
  • Coordinate with Owners to align goals, make improvements, strategize, and implement changes.
  • Ensure job safety requirements are understood and implemented by all project personnel and subcontractors, working with management team as needed.
  • Review the subcontractor agreements and enforce safety program as work gets started.
  • Watch for and correct ALL safety hazards on the jobsite. Report all safety incidents to management.

Requirements
  • 5 years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial construction
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
  • Strong aptitude for numbers and financial reports.
  • In-depth understanding of the company and its position in the industry.
  • Bachelor's degree; Master (MA or MSc) preferred.
  • Knowledgeable of and ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Good subcontractor bid solicitation skills
  • Working knowledge of various computer programs (experience with Procore and Microsoft Project is preferred but not required); Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
  • Able to work at the company office in Purcellville, VA when required
  • Must have a vehicle to use for work

Benefits
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid time off

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