Senior Project Superintendent - Data Center (Traveling)

The Weitz Company•Cedar Rapids, IA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weitz Company is seeking an experienced Senior Project Superintendent for its Iowa Business Unit, supporting a large hyperscale data center project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The position is responsible for profitable field operations on complex, large projects, building on demonstrated success completing smaller projects. The superintendent establishes the jobsite safety culture and works closely with the Project Manager to manage schedules, budgets, and staff toward profitable outcomes. The role also builds and maintains effective relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors. It typically reports to the most senior Project Manager on the job. The Weitz Company is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with offices throughout the United States. The company describes its employees as its most valuable asset and is committed to an inclusive culture that supports growth and continuous improvement.

Requirements

At least 8 years of Project Superintendent experience.
Commercial construction experience working for a general contractor.
Experience leading, developing, and mentoring a team.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
Strong project organization skills.
Leadership skills and a desire to teach, mentor, and develop a team.
Business acumen and relationship-building skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with basic computer software, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to learn job-related software after hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience in data center construction is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead subcontractors and field forces on the jobsite.
Maintain project safety in accordance with company policy and enforce safety protocols.
Develop and update project schedules, resource allocation, and work processes, including two-week look-ahead schedules.
Oversee daily construction activities to ensure quality standards, timelines, budgets, and project specifications are met.
Coordinate subcontractors, manage their performance, ensure compliance with contract requirements and safety protocols, and coordinate their field forces.
Conduct site inspections, identify and address quality issues, and resolve problems promptly to maintain project momentum and schedule.
Update project schedules using computerized scheduling software.
Assist with the buyout and selection of major subcontractors.
Oversee project execution, including construction schedules, budgets, and quality control.
Supervise and coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, and construction activities.
Communicate with project managers, clients, owners, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders, both internally and externally.
Maintain accurate cost reports and ensure required paperwork is complete, accurate, and timely.
Follow company policies, standards, and procedures.
Help team members develop, learn, and grow.
Foster positive relationships with internal and external parties.