Construction Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY PROFILE:

· Commercial general contractor. Projects; ground up, remodel and TI projects.

WHAT THIS COMPANY OFFERS YOU:

· Fast paced and team driven working environment

· Opportunity to grow

THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY: Superintendent (construction)

The superintendent works closely with others on the project team to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Superintendent coordinates plans and supervises foremen, subcontractors and other trade and labor personnel. Assists in efforts to ensure all materials, equipment, and inspections meet design requirements and schedule. The superintendent provides interpretation of drawings, recommends construction methods and best practices as required.

Supervision/Personnel

· Supervises and schedules Subcontractors on-site company personnel in person. Assumes responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.

· Ensures that all on-site personnel comply with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules, etc. Documents all violations, notifies project management, and recommends/implements corrective actions as required.

· Ensures everyone is working using the most current drawings. Inputs all correspondence into the drawings, request for information (RFI), architectural supplement instructions, etc.

· Ensures that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and in photos.

· Ensures “job closeout” procedures are followed, including the punch list, and verifies its completion.

· Attends and represents the company in applicable meetings, such as the job “kick off” meeting, weekly project meeting, monthly project manager-superintendent meeting, owner-architect (OAC) meeting, monthly job review meeting, and management report meeting (upon request).

· Coordinates with project team to create RFIs, check status of all the answers to ensure they have been incorporated into the project and distribute to all subcontractors and keep records accurate.

· Coordinates with project team to ensure shop drawings are compliant with contract documents and other trade work.

· Assists the project manager in acquiring information for “Project Status Report.”

· Manages rental equipment by ensuring proper maintenance, swift return to vendor, regular inventory, proper use, and obtaining a rent-to-own agreement on rental equipment.

· Collects and ensures daily reports and weekly safety reports are complete and accurate.

· Ensures all force account work, back charges, and scope changes have proper signatures and approvals.

· Becomes familiar with and utilizes the designated project control/management software (Project Sight)

· Uses appropriate technical information (e.g., electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.) in performing job functions.

Schedule Management

· Works with the project team to establish goals and develop accountability.

· Coordinates and directs all subcontractor and vendor deliveries to ensure timeliness and efficient placement on site.

· Ensures that the project is being constructed according to the master schedule and that the milestone dates are being achieved.

· Manages project staging, access, hoisting, vertical and horizontal movement of material and craft people; and tracks productivity compared to the budget.

· Holds and conducts weekly subcontractor meetings and on-site safety orientation meetings.

· Identifies schedule risks and plans of action and keeps project manager up-to-date on risk exposures to add to exposure log.

· Creates and maintains look ahead schedules using MS Project to be reviewed with subcontractors, Project team, and others as required.

· Updates master schedule.

· Identifies active and potential delays to the project and assures that these delays are being documented and communicated to the project team.

· When needed, creates a recovery plan for project delays.

Financial Management

· Ensures all purchases, orders, and invoices are properly coded.

· Assists project manager in establishing quantities in place for pay requests to the owner.

Subcontractor Relations

· Maintains excellent working relationship with subcontractors.

· Verifies subcontractor completes the assigned scope of work.

· Gives input, when requested, to the project manager in the creations and/or modification of accurate subcontract agreements.

· Negotiates with subcontractors to eliminate back charges.

· Ensures subcontractors’ prices are accurate and fair.

· Keeps records of project documents and ensures subcontractors keep “as-built” drawings up-to-date.

Job/Site Setup

· Works closely with city officials in requesting and coordinating applicable inspections.

· Mobilizes and secures the site; also puts in place safety measures associated with the signage.

· Oversees the commissioning and start-up of project systems.

· Ensures a storm water pollution prevention plan is is in place at the beginning of each project.

· Sets and enforces quality standards by conducting routine inspections and identifying deficiencies.

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Tasks:

· Assists the project manager with preparation and review of monthly pay applications.

· Coordinates with the project team to process RFIs

· Coordinates with the project team to process submittals and reviews them as needed.

-Coordinates with the project manager to manage the change order process.

· Coordinate with the project team to maintain meeting minutes:

· Develops meeting agenda with the project manager.

· Records, compiles, and distributes meeting notes.

· Updates agenda each week with project manager.

· Ensures that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and in photos.

· Maintains MSDS sheets at the project office and all safety-related information.

BACKGOUND PROFILE : Superintendent

· Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in commercial construction required

· Proficient in MS Suite, Specifically MS Excel; and MS Project. ProjectSight and Procore a plus.

Commercial General Contractor

Company Description

Commercial General Contractor