General Superintendent

Gallant•Houston, TX

About The Position

The General Superintendent is responsible for the overall success of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. The role oversees projects from preconstruction planning through final delivery and works closely with the Project Manager and other team members. It includes overseeing on-site construction activities, safety and regulatory compliance, client relationships, team leadership, and quality control. The General Superintendent also promotes company principles and professional behavior, participates in career development and training, and assists with developing employees. The role requires travel to work sites in different locations around the division and may require overtime, nights, and weekends. Work is primarily conducted indoors in a typical office environment, though work at field sites may also be required. Physical duties include standing, walking, grasping, repetitive hand motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 30 pounds; field work may occasionally require exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred, with 8 years of experience in a related industry; alternatively, 15 years of experience in a related industry, including program management, architecture, engineering, or construction.
Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and criminal background check.
Provide valid identification for the I-9 Immigration document.
Maintain a professional and courteous attitude and report to work at the designated start time.
Be willing and able to travel to work sites in different locations around the division.
Be willing to work overtime, nights, and weekends when necessary.
Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
Maintain a valid driver's license and a safe driving record that meets company standards.
Write clearly and concisely in a variety of communication settings and styles.
Adapt to changes in the business environment and develop strategies to create business opportunities.
Evaluate program-related processes, make necessary changes, use client input for improvement, and meet client expectations.
Demonstrate integrity, leadership, support for company values and employees, and focus on exceeding client requirements and expectations.
Have strong computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, scanning, databases, and presentation software, and proficiency with computers, tablets, email, the Internet, and company communication tools.
Use Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, Outlook, and Project; PlanGrid; Bluebeam; and Sage/Timberline/Timber Scan accounting software.
Demonstrate executive leadership skills, develop strategies to solve systemic problems, and maintain executive client relationships.
Supervise, develop, and motivate internal team members, and delegate significant responsibilities as development opportunities.
Lead all aspects of project delivery, including Design Build Projects, and drive quality, timely, and profitable results.
Communicate effectively and build client-focused relationships at all organizational levels.
Meet the physical requirements of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 30 pounds and, in the field environment, occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

A B.S. in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with owners, architects, and engineers to develop comprehensive project plans.
Review and approve project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work.
Identify and mitigate potential project risks and challenges.
Oversee on-site construction activities, including scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
Monitor project progress and make adjustments to meet deadlines and budget.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe job site.
Maintain compliance with applicable building codes and permits.
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, architects, and engineers.
Communicate project progress and promptly address concerns or issues.
Lead and manage superintendents, foremen, and field staff; provide guidance, training, and support.
Implement and enforce quality control measures, and conduct regular inspections and audits.
Promote company principles, vision, and purpose through service to clients, and model professional behavior.
Participate in career development and training, and assist in developing employees.
Report safety issues to management or safety personnel and stop work when necessary to prevent injury or death.
Wear required personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas.
Assist coworkers or supervisors with other duties as required.