Commercial Construction Superintendent

HITT Contracting • Houston, TX

6d

About The Position

A Superintendent directs the on-site project workflow in accordance with the project schedule and HITT safety and quality standards. The role provides leadership and serves as a liaison among project team members to advance the interests of the business and clients. The Superintendent communicates project priorities to site staff and subcontractors and serves as the primary leader on site for the construction project, demonstrating the characteristics of a mid-level leader.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Mastery of building processes and best practices.
• Ability to organize people, tools, and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Ability to use project-specific software systems, including Microsoft Office applications, ProCore, Adobe, and BlueBeam.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, including audience-appropriate business writing and verbal communication.
• Positive attitude and passion for construction and the industry.
• Ability to gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, communicate it clearly, and understand how processes affect the broader business.
• Ability to organize and manage tasks and priorities.
• Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT’s core values.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and self-development.
• Adaptability and flexibility amid changes in technology, design, means, and methods.
• Ability to collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Respectful conduct, including punctuality and being engaged and focused.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business; additional work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with tenant renovations, service work, occupied spaces, weekend work, or fast-paced projects.
• Project lead experience.
• Previous experience as a superintendent or project lead.
• OSHA 30 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer the HITT safety program for subcontractors, ensure accidents and incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assist with safety inspections by outside agencies.
• Maintain HITT quality standards across all aspects of the project.
• Lead on-site safety and manage a safe jobsite for everyone involved.
• Maintain a daily log of activities and site conditions, and manage the punch list and closeout process through owner and architect acceptance.
• Work with the project manager to formulate the project schedule, ensure appropriate installation methods and sequencing, follow through on schedule commitments, and maintain quality standards.
• Maintain productive working relationships with subcontractors, develop community relationships that enhance business opportunities, and ensure subcontractors are treated fairly.
• Ensure accurate daily documentation of work orders and tickets, understand subcontractor scopes to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identify problems early and act promptly to provide solutions.
• Develop and organize the site team, arrange temporary site facilities and utilities, and identify long-lead items for expediting.
• Collaborate with the project manager and site operations team throughout the project.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed