DescriptionKitchell is seeking an experienced
Project Superintendent based in Phoenix, Arizona, with a strong willingness to travel to support regional and outlying projects across the state. When not traveling for a project, this role would be assigned to projects in the Phoenix Metro area. This role will be leading on-site execution for high-impact projects valued at over $20 million. In this position, you will build lasting partnerships with clients and design teams, mentor field staff, and ensure projects meet Kitchell's standards for safety, quality, and profitability wherever our work takes you.
RequirementsDuties and Responsibilities- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the contract documents, schedule (including the sequencing/phasing of the project and those activities that comprise the critical path on the project), staffing, project estimate, and the coordination of project personnel.
- Confer with Preconstruction Services during the preparation of estimates regarding means and methods, systems, schedule, and general conditions.
- Assign and monitor members of the project team to various tasks at the start and throughout all phases of the project.
- Perform performance evaluations for all personnel assigned to this position.
- Establish, implement, manage, and enforce the Kitchell Safety Program and the Site Specific Safety Plan on the project and OSHA Guidelines as necessary to provide a safe work environment for the personnel on site as well as other personnel that may be directly affected by the project.
- Establish, implement, manage, and enforce the Kitchell Quality Assurance Program and comprehensive quality control that enforces the requirements of the contract specifications, drawings, and industry standards.
- Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and contract documents.
- Establish, implement, manage, and enforce the administration and monitoring of all stormwater prevention and fugitive dust regulations and prevention measures per the project's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and applicable environmental quality regulations.
- Establish an effective and professional on-site working relationship with the owner, architects, engineers, and inspectors related to the project.
- Prepare and distribute Project Daily Reports which are to contain information related to, but not be limited to, crew sizes, manpower count, detailed description of work performed by area/floor for each trade partner as well as equipment used, weather conditions, construction progress, issues, delays and verbal directives.
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Critical Path Method and Lean Process Scheduling with the ability to apply this knowledge to building, maintaining, and updating a thorough and accurate Project Schedule.
- Develop recovery plans to mitigate any delays to the critical path of the project.
- Monitor the development of the project expediting log and ensure that staff are updating the log weekly.
- Ensure the Project Engineers are prepared to update the project schedule procurement activities accordingly.
- Maintain a current and updated set of drawings (electronic or paper) in the field and help ensure that our Trade Partner personnel are using the same.
- Develop and implement techniques, methods, and systems for the project. Implement improvements in work methods and materials to enhance quality, safety, productivity, and management.
- Demonstrate effective management of our Trade Partners in a manner that is conducive to a successful and timely project completion.
- Establish project pre-planning activities to ensure coordinated efforts and outcomes in the field. Discuss and document during weekly coordination meetings.
- Conduct Weekly Safety Meetings and Trade Partner Coordination Meetings.
- Establish and maintain a process for "work to complete" and "pre-punch" lists throughout the project duration to minimize corrective work at the end of the project.
- Establish and maintain a process for managing the completion of Kitchell pre-punch and Architect / Owner punch lists.
- Assist with close-out procedures in accordance with the contract documents and procedure manual.
Education and ExperienceMust meet one of the following requirements
:- Minimum of five (8) years prior experience and a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
- OR a minimum of ten (14) years of work experience in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field can be considered.
- OSHA 30 Certificate
Knowledge and Skills- Knowledge of all elements of healthcare construction and understanding of skilled trades.
- Skilled in field productivity and project management software.
- Ability to influence, negotiate, and drive project schedules.
Travel Requirement- Travel as needed in support of Arizona projects throughout the state.
- Valid Motor Vehicle Record free from restrictions or suspensions.
- Ability to drive a motorized vehicle.
