General Superintendent

The Berg Group•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Berg Group, a specialty contractor with over 50 years of experience, offers integrated solutions in pre-construction services, interior/exterior framing, and finishes. Headquartered in Minnesota, with additional offices in Naples, Nashville, and Austin, the company is looking for a Traveling General Superintendent. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day commercial construction operations, specifically in Drywall, Paint, Plaster, Acoustical Ceilings, and DIRTT. The General Superintendent leads a team of Supervisors and Foremen (and indirectly field laborers), ensuring projects are safely constructed, production goals are exceeded, and communication between Project Managers and field teams is effectively bridged. The General Superintendent is responsible for ensuring all projects are staffed accordingly to meet the project schedule, with Safety, Production, Quality, and Craftsmanship being top priorities to deliver core services and foster continuing client relationships.

Requirements

Knowledge of all core service offerings: Drywall (layout – framing – hanging), Paint, Plaster, and Acoustical Ceilings.
Proven job progression from foreman to superintendent.
Maintain confidentiality and leadership in all aspects of the role.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, groups, and one-on-one situations.
Detail-oriented, thorough, and production/goal-driven.
Ability to proactively (and reactively) solve operational problems to increase production.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and blueprints.
Keen ability to accurately articulate work direction and delegate to trusted subleaders/employees.
Computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook, and document editing software (e.g., Paycom, PlanGrid, ProCore, iPad, PC, etc.).
Weekly payroll responsibility for assigned region/projects.

Nice To Haves

10+ years of related experience in the construction field; or an equivalent mix of education and field experience.
5+ years of supervisory experience.
Previously held foreman and/or safety officer role(s).
Detail-oriented, deadline/goal-driven.
Industry knowledge in Drywall, Steel Stud Metal Framing, Paint, or other product/service that is core to Berg's offerings.

Responsibilities

Actively participate in all preconstruction meetings with assigned Foreman and Project Team.
Sign off on all PDP for every project.
Review site conditions before mobilization to ensure efficiency during construction and make necessary recommendations to client.
Communicate with General Contractor(s) and other trades to develop team relationships and to ensure project schedule and production goals are met.
Identify and resolve risks (i.e., need for lifts, tying off, etc.).
Execute initial material orders at pre-con when reviewing job; subsequent material orders are executed by the Foreman.
Identify and work with the Project Manager(s) team to proactively resolve any bid production discrepancies; buy into bid productions and convey that to the Foreman.
Educate and facilitate field teams on the creation and execution of project delivery plans.
Manage Foreman team(s) and hold them accountable to The Berg Group’s stated production goals for that project.
Review daily/weekly production tracking to determine if bid levels by activity are being hit.
Keep project team(s) informed daily, as to accurate productions and other relevant field conditions observed in job walks to best manage client/general contractor relationships.
Review work in progress, on all projects, and ensure it meets The Berg Group’s Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards.
Conduct weekly meetings with Project Manager(s) as it relates to job tracking, percent complete, and what scopes are complete (i.e., informs needed workforce adjustments).
Perform Safety and Superintendent audits regularly in coordination with Safety teams’ onsite visits and follow-ups.
Help review and streamline all The Berg Group’s services onsite to be as efficient as possible.
Maintain robust technology knowledge on Paycom and other tools pushed out to connect field and project management as well as hire and onboard talent.
Champion/train foreman team on the job, safety, technology, hiring practices, etc.
Oversee commercial construction operations across multiple sites.
Manage a Foreman team of (5-15) and up to 150 field employees.
Co-manage warehouse personnel and related logistics.
Identify, recruit, and develop future field leaders within the Berg Team.
Mentor and encourage the growth of all employees and build morale on project sites with positive reinforcement and feedback.
Actively oversee and coach Foreman around project budget, material purchasing, and workforce planning.
Assist Foreman in identifying best practices in job sequencing and speak on behalf of The Berg Group to clients and general contractors as needed.
Regularly share accurate job site progress with Foreman; motivate them to push their teams and ultimately exceed bid profit through visibility.
Act as a Berg employment culture steward, working to make the employment experience at Berg differentiated and meaningful for his/her team.
Participate in the development and execution of Berg’s strategic and business plan including achievement of key objectives.
Establish and develop relationships with employees, including the company management team, as well as external partners and stakeholders.
Support and continuous improvement of Berg’s high-performance culture.
Provide visionary leadership for new ideas and approaches and humbly welcome ideas to innovate and better Berg from all levels of the organization.
Develop trust and maintain a collaborative and supportive leadership presence with your Project Management team.
Participate in and support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding efforts as appropriate to develop an exceptional regional team.
Foster a collaborative culture that enhances employee satisfaction, engagement, and results-orientation while encouraging innovation and creativity.
Provide time for regular and effective 1 on 1 meetings with all direct reports.
Coach, mentor, and collaborate with direct reports regularly.
Establish and achieve specific, measurable, and obtainable objectives that support Berg's overall growth and profitability objectives while creating client, employee, and company success.