Gusto

Construction Superintendent

Gusto$70K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a superintendent in commercial construction
  • High School diploma or equivalent work experience
  • Proficient in reading blueprints and project schedules
  • Basic project management and scheduling software knowledge
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

  • Review job specs and blueprints, communicating requirements to job site personnel
  • Coordinate material and equipment delivery throughout project phases
  • Communicate project schedules to subcontractors, overseeing daily labor levels
  • Conduct quality inspections of subcontractor work and facilitate necessary corrections
  • Monitor subcontractor performance, providing ongoing feedback for quality assurance
  • Resolve worksite issues promptly to maintain production schedules
  • Ensure job sites remain clean and organized during construction phases

Benefits

  • Employer-sponsored health and dental insurance
  • Voluntary vision insurance available
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Company vehicle or stipend provided
  • Company phone plan included
  • Company laptop and iPad supplied
  • Participation in an annual company incentive retreat
Full Job Description
The superintendent's job is to run the day-to-day field operations on the project site, control the short-term schedule. ensure quality control and coordinate subcontractors.

Description

POSITION:

The Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the execution of all project work in the field to achieve schedule, quality and budget goals. The Superintendent supervises field schedule and logistics while ensuring successful completion of all subcontractor work. The Superintendent (on the field side) works closely with the Project Manager (on the office side) to ensure work quality is consistently monitored, site personnel uphold required safety procedures, issues are reported and resolved quickly and efficiently, and project timelines are maintained. The Superintendent is responsible for developing and maintaining a positive company reputation with the client and community.

This hands-on position is best suited for an individual who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty and has unrelenting high standards for the quality of the work they oversee. The Superintendent must take pride in their work and will be required to problem-solve on the fly, without significant oversight or direction. They should possess the interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and build rapport with both owners / clients as well as specific subcontractors and tradesmen.

Schedule: Monday - Fri (possible weekends)

Time: 7:00am - 4:00pm (varies by project need)

Must be flexible for extended hours / on-call

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum (5) years' experience in a commercial construction setting as a superintendent preferred
  • High School diploma/GED, or equivalent work experience in a superintendent role
  • Must be proficient in reading and understanding plans, specifications, drawings and project schedules
  • Basic knowledge of project management and scheduling software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.


IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

  • Organized: able to set and manage priorities, schedules and personnel / resources effectively
  • Detail-oriented: regularly sweats the small stuff; "good enough" is never good enough
  • Maintain high standards: ensure jobsite cleanliness, manage external perception and appearance of subcontractors
  • Achievement-oriented: setting and hitting goals is a part of daily life; We reward results rather than effort or time commitment
  • High stress tolerant: can perform well under pressure, multitask and achieve deadlines
  • Proud: Take pride in the quality of the work we oversee, the results we delivery and the reputation we command
  • Possess high integrity: is honest, loyal and consistently follows through on commitments
  • Dependable: adheres to commitments consistently; your word is unbreakable
  • Adaptable: is flexible and able to change direction as needed
  • Independent/self-starting: enjoys working with little to no direction
  • Innovative: is able to solve functional and interpersonal problems in unconventional ways
  • Hardworking: we stay until the job is complete; there is no clock where we punch in or out
  • Hands-on: need to be comfortable using tools and completing basic carpentry as well as other miscellaneous tasks on a jobsite, as necessary.
  • Professionally balanced: maintain a professional presentation with owners / clients while being communicative and relatable with subcontractors and industry vendors.
  • Comfortable in fluid company structure: ability to excel independently without significant structure and position regiment
  • Fluent with basic technology: require daily interaction with email, MS office, tablets, etc.
  • Fun-loving: Is comfortable in a work-hard / play-hard culture where wins are fiercely earned and fiercely celebrated.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review job specifications and blueprints to determine construction requirements and communicate this information to all relevant parties assigned to the job site
  • Understand material and equipment needs for a project and coordinate their delivery at each phase of the project
  • Communicate the project schedule to the selected subcontractors to ensure they understand deadlines and when they should be onsite. Oversee daily labor levels and adjust as dictated by schedule.
  • Conduct regular quality inspections of trade work, determine that installations are per job specifications, and partner with subcontractors to make corrections when necessary
  • Consistently monitor subcontractor performance and provide feedback regarding their ability to execute high-quality, timely work product
  • Proactively monitor projects to ensure that subcontractors have adequate material and manpower onsite to keep the project in line with financial, operational and scheduling requirements
  • Resolve/diffuse worksite issues quickly and effectively in order to keep production on track
  • Proactively schedule and be present for all City inspections throughout the project to ensure they are passed the first time or implement a plan to get the deficiencies corrected immediately
  • Read change orders and ensure they are worked into the execution of the project in an efficient manner to minimize cost and schedule impacts on the overall project
  • Ensure job sites are kept clean and organized through all phases of construction
  • Make recommendations and offer solutions that improve production effectiveness and safety
  • Monitor compliance with safety training requirements for the job site, participate in safety inspections, and ensure all safety guidelines are being followed on the job site
  • Produce and retain field reports and documentation (i.e. project schedule and cost reports, delay reports, work logs)
  • Produce regular short-term schedule narratives (two-week lookahead) adjust as needed for compliance with the overall project schedule and publish electronically
  • Facilitate weekly jobsite meetings and participate in client meetings to report project progress and resolve outstanding production issues


WORK LOCATION:

  • Overland Park, KS
  • Regular travel around Kansas City Metro


COMPENSATION:

  • Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $120,000
  • Performance Bonus: Up to 20% annual bonus potential


BENEFITS:

  • Employer-sponsored health insurance
  • Employer-sponsored dental insurance
  • Voluntary vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off

*Some benefits subject to eligibility criteria and waiting period.

PERKS:

  • Company Vehicle / Vehicle Stipend
  • Company Phone Plan
  • Company Provided Laptop and iPad
  • Annual Company Incentive Retreat


For more information or to discuss this opening, contact [email protected].

Salary

$70,000 - $120,000 per year

About Gusto

Gusto is a cloud-based human resources software platform that provides payroll, benefits, and HR management services to small businesses. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Gusto's platform automates many of the administrative tasks associated with HR, such as payroll processing, tax filings, and benefits administration. The company also offers a range of HR services, including compliance support, employee onboarding, and time tracking. Gusto is committed to helping small businesses succeed by providing them with the tools and resources they need to manage their HR operations more efficiently.
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1,000 employees
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Founded
2012

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