Construction Superintendent (Nationwide Travel)

Layton Construction Company•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of an assigned job site, including scheduling, production, and procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment. The role supervises direct labor and oversees contracted work to support successful project completion. This is a full-time traveling position supporting projects across the country; the posted location may not reflect the assigned project site. The Superintendent plans construction procedures and staffing for each phase, coordinates schedules and procurement, communicates project issues and progress with project personnel, subcontractors, craft personnel, and clients, and inspects work to ensure it meets specifications and schedules. The role manages labor, project progress, quality, housekeeping, and implementation of company policies, including safety and equal opportunity policies. The Superintendent also works with the Project Manager on the Project Management Plan and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of experience with large-scale, ground-up commercial construction projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to and from the project site.
Ability to understand and correctly apply building codes and other design requirements, and accurately read blueprints.
Good understanding of subcontractors’ scopes of work and tolerances.
Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to express ideas clearly and effectively and use proper grammar and syntax.
Administrative skills to monitor work activities and keep organizational members informed of progress and problems.
Management skills to monitor and supervise subordinates proactively and follow up on delegated assignments.
Integrity in job-related activities and adherence to ethical standards, conduct, and organizational policies.
Problem-solving ability, including using relationships between data from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
Ability to work well with others and help coworkers, customers, subcontractors, and others achieve their goals and assignments.
Interpersonal skills, including tact and sensitivity to others’ feelings and needs.
Organizational skills to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
Planning skills, including allocating resources, assigning personnel, and using time efficiently.
Professional appearance and conduct.
Initiative, self-direction, ability to work with minimal supervision, and motivation to exceed minimum performance levels.
Ability to operate office equipment such as a fax machine, copier, and telephone.
Ability to use spreadsheet and word processing software.

Nice To Haves

Light industrial experience preferred.
Basic Spanish preferred.
Knowledge and use of CMiC preferred.

Responsibilities

Study specifications and plan construction procedures, schedules, staffing, and use of tools, equipment, and building methods.
Work with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule and develop and use look-ahead schedules to assess progress and identify upcoming issues.
Coordinate the pre-construction meeting with the Project Manager before mobilization.
Direct procurement of tools and materials so they are delivered according to work schedules.
Keep project parties informed of construction issues and progress, including supervisory personnel, craft personnel, subcontractors, and clients.
Meet with and direct supervisory personnel to plan and execute work, interpret specifications, and coordinate construction phases to prevent delays.
Meet with craft personnel to communicate construction issues and gather input for solutions.
Meet with subcontractors before mobilization to review scope and schedule, and advise them of schedule and phasing requirements before each work phase.
Work with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve workforce complaints and grievances.
Consult with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
Inspect work in progress to ensure conformance with specifications and construction schedules.
Manage the project using progress reports, materials used, and costs, and adjust work schedules accordingly.
Coordinate with the Manager of Craft Resources to move personnel between projects and minimize hiring and layoffs; manage crew mixes and work assignments to control labor costs.
May terminate company craft personnel who do not meet company policies, procedures, or other job requirements.
Work with the Project Manager to prepare the Project Management Plan.
Ensure consistent implementation of company policies, including safety and equal opportunity policies.
Maintain company quality standards and housekeeping requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.