Senior Project Superintendent

Employment Type: Full-Time 

FSLA: Salary/Exempt 

Division: Field Operations 

Department: Field Operations 

Reports to: General Superintendent 

Supervisory Duties: Yes 

Salary Range: $167,000 - $225,000

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.  

• →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.

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

• 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.