General Superintendent (Austin)

Turner Construction•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Superintendent supports Superintendents and Foremen across projects and oversees trade labor hiring, transfers, and layoffs. The role coordinates field staffing and assignments, supports project execution, and works with operations and project teams to keep schedules, quality, budgets, safety, and resource planning on track. It also contributes to pre-construction planning and business development pursuits. The position is based in Austin, Texas, and requires travel 50% or more of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus at least ten years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Proven written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite, SAP, and SharePoint.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to travel 50% or more of the time.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Operations Manager on assignments to Superintendent and Foreman positions.
Assign and coordinate trade field assignments according to the needs of various projects.
Support Superintendents throughout the duration of projects.
Review project schedules with Superintendents and Foremen; keep critical activities and decisions on task and provide Required On Job (ROJ) dates to the project management team.
Document field issues affecting budget, quality, or schedule and provide them to the project management team.
Respond to subcontractor requests concerning field issues that affect budget, quality, or schedule.
Oversee the development and maintenance of a Resource Allocation Control System (RACS) by Superintendents and Foremen.
Guide implementation of the Project Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program.
Identify projects with Self-Perform opportunities and assist in developing Self-Perform proposals.
Manage Self-Perform performance.
Work with the Business Unit Safety Director to implement the Business Unit Safety Program.
Manage Review of Capabilities, Accomplishments and Progress (ReCAP) progress for field tradespeople.
Maintain a progression and succession plan for high-potential tradesmen in conjunction with the Operations Manager.
Manage training for tradesmen.
Support Business Development, Estimating, and Project Executives with operational plans for pursuits.
Support the Project Executive, Project Superintendent, and Project Manager in developing logistics plans and schedules during pre-construction and early project activities.
Oversee trade labor hiring, transfers, and layoffs.
Perform other duties as assigned.