Job DescriptionThe Construction Superintendent will be responsible for overseeing, managing, and directing all phases of a project from start to finish. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, enabling them to take charge of the project and deliver successful outcomes. This role requires a balanced presence, with half of the time spent on-site in the field and the other half in the office.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Management:
- Oversee daily field activity of construction projects.
- Allocate resources for assigned projects.
- Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors.
- Build a construction schedule, schedule subcontractors and suppliers, and make necessary changes to meet deadlines.
- Manage projects from the field with constant communication with the Construction Project Manager.
- Coordinate job site meetings.
- Drive cost-effective project management techniques and strategies in the field.
- Educate landlords and tenants on aesthetic and practical choices for build-out.
- Mediate between landlords and tenants to find workable solutions that appeal to both parties.
- Quality Control:
- Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specifications.
- Verifying all work is completed correctly as per the construction documents.
- Maintain clean and safe job sites with experience in all types of finish protections.
- Reporting and Documentation
- Prepare daily field reports.
- Maintain weekly construction safety meetings and reports.
- Prepare a project punch list and communicate with responsible parties.
- Create estimates for build-out projects, including labor, supplies, materials, and other ancillary costs.
- Communication and Coordination
- Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients.
- Negotiate with subcontractors to receive reasonable change order costs.
- Communicate with office personnel to ensure the project is being constructed consistently with the project documents and contract scope of work.
- Communicate with property managers, subcontractors, and suppliers as needed.
- Meet with building owners and tenants to discuss build-out specifications and improvements.
Organizational Relationship & Communication
Internal Communications:
- Director of Construction
- Senior Construction Manager
- Project Managers
- HR Assistant
- Operations Manager
- Managing Partners
External Communications:
- Clients and Partners
- Suppliers and Vendors
- Subcontractors
- External Consultants
Requirements- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Superintendent in the construction industry.
- Preferred 5 to 8 years of experience in build-out construction.
- Proficient in Windows operating systems and associated software
- Experience working on smartphones and tablets
- Excellent phone, email and communication skills.
- Knowledge of local codes and construction practices
- Experience in scheduling, field supervision, quality control and production of all phases of construction.
- Driver's License required.
- Strong Computer skills (M.S. Office, M.S. Projects, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Smartsheet, Revit experience a plus).
- Ability to work with numerous contractors and sub-contractors in an efficient manner
- Must portray a professional appearance and positive attitude.
- OSHA training is a plus.
- Knowledge and experience in Construction Project Management.
- College degree in Construction Management or Engineering is a plus.
