Senior Superintendent

Employment Type: Full-Time 

FSLA: Salary/Exempt 

Division: Field Operations 

Department: Field Operations 

Reports to: General Superintendent 

Supervisory Duties: Yes 

Reporting to the General Superintendent, the Senior Superintendent provides overall administrative and technical management of the construction project. The Senior Superintendent manages all on site construction activities including self-perform labor, subcontractors and consultants to successfully execute large and complex projects.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Proficient in all five areas of focus on their project:
• Safety, Schedule, Cost, Quality, and creating Raving Fans with all external partners.
• Develop and implement a site-specific safety plan for each project assigned.
• Verify that all subcontractors have a valid subcontract and an acceptable insurance certificate prior to working on site.
• Serve as the OSHA competent person for various tasks or assign others to serve as competent person.
• Preplan all operations to produce innovative and efficient methods to avoid hazards. Senior Superintendent must correct all recognized hazards immediately.
• Supervise construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with the plans and specifications.
• Thoroughly understand the contract (owner/subcontractor), owner requirements, contract plans, contract specifications, submittals and any change documents
• Provide technical assistance on the project, interpret contract drawings and submittals, and develop construction methods consistent with contract documents.
• Work with the project team to set project goals and schedule milestones.
• Coordinate all required labor, equipment, small tools, permanent materials, and supplies as needed for self-perform operations.
• Create the Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP), manage all aspects of project quality efforts.
• Complete onsite material verification as required for the project.
• Manage project budget requirements:
• Assist the Project Manager in developing budgets and monthly costs to complete.
• Manage T&M process, including verification of time and materials.
• Track production and submit quantities weekly.
• Identify changes in the field, authorize field change requests, provide all documentation required to ensure compensation for all work performed.
• Assist in the approval process for all subcontractor requisitions.
• Manage the project to meet schedule requirements and milestones.
• Develop a baseline schedule with Project Services Group.
• Track progress against baseline schedule and critical path dates.
• Communicate schedule requirements at weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Develop a short-term plan on a weekly basis that directly supports the project schedule and looks ahead a minimum of 3 weeks.
• Coordinate and lead the daily stand up and weekly foreman meetings.
• Ensure that the material delivery log is updated and accurate.
• Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner.
• Participate in business development. Create Raving Fans on current projects. Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects.
• Participate in quarterly Superintendent and Safety meetings, as well as periodic training sessions.
• Supervise assigned Foremen, Assistant Superintendents, and Project Engineers.

Key Skills

• Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Construction Management/Civil Engineering.
• 3-7 years of experience in the construction or related field in a similar role or 7-10 years in a supervisory role as a tradesperson.
• Understands building plans and specifications.
• Safety standards knowledge and enforcement, OSHA 30 required.