Construction Superintendent

The 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.



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