Senior Superintendent

Clark Construction Group•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

The Senior Superintendent leads field operations to ensure projects are delivered to clients with a focus on innovation, problem-solving, safety, quality, schedule, and budget. The role oversees self-performed and contracted work, coordinates jobsite logistics and sequencing, communicates project schedules, and works with contractors and project stakeholders to address obstacles and risks. The Senior Superintendent also mentors and develops team members, cultivates stakeholder relationships, participates in project cost and closeout activities, and represents the company professionally. This is an active, hands-on position involving significant time on construction sites as well as office work. Site conditions may include varying weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, and moving mechanical equipment. The position is demanding and may require extended hours and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies. Clark requires a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and conducts random quarterly fitness-for-duty tests.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 10 years of experience working on large-scale commercial construction projects.
At least 4 years of experience leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Experience successfully building high-rise residential, mixed-use, or higher education projects from start to finish.
In-depth knowledge of the construction process, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences and stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations, such as OSHA.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, able to build people, teams, and followership, able to set direction, and able to execute.
Ability to frequently navigate active job sites and perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to communications regarding time-sensitive matters or emergencies.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and participation in random quarterly fitness-for-duty tests.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6.

Responsibilities

Oversee timely, quality installation of contracted work for a total project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or project portion.
Promote a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors, and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with company, contract, and government regulations.
Create and manage plans for sequencing work, jobsite logistics, materials, and personnel.
Ensure work meets project and company quality standards.
Take initiative and personal responsibility for delivering projects on schedule and on budget.
Develop, update, and communicate project schedules, including critical milestones, to project stakeholders.
Communicate schedules effectively with contractors and stakeholders, and lead multidisciplinary meetings to gain agreement on the project schedule.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members.
Cultivate strong relationships with project stakeholders.
Represent the company and team professionally in internal and external meetings and interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, and project costs, and demonstrate understanding of project KPIs.
Participate in project closeout activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Use advanced problem-solving to address obstacles, issues, and conflicts; identify long-term risks and advance plans to mitigate them.
Create a project site environment that inspires the team to perform at its best.
Attract, develop, and engage diverse talent while fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture based on trust and respect.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all work locations.