Senior Superintendent, Interiors - LSC

Layton Construction Company•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for completing assigned construction projects and overseeing daily job-site operations, including scheduling, production, and procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment. The role supervises other Superintendents and direct labor positions and manages contracted work to support successful project completion. The Senior Superintendent plans construction procedures and staffing for project phases, coordinates schedules and pre-construction activities with Project Managers, directs procurement, and coordinates work among supervisory personnel, craft workers, subcontractors, clients, inspectors, and suppliers. The position monitors work quality, schedule, materials, and costs; adjusts schedules as needed; supports labor assignments and crew mixes; and helps prepare the Project Management Plan. The role also ensures consistent implementation of company safety policies, quality standards, and housekeeping requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a construction-related field, or equivalent, and at least 10 years of project management experience.
Fifteen years of commercial construction experience and/or education.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent administrative skills.
Computer and office equipment skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and fax equipment.
Excellent ability to resolve problems and issues with coworkers, owners, and subordinates.
In-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
Working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
Proven negotiation skills and at least one year of experience negotiating contracts.
Ability to understand and apply building codes and other design requirements.
Reliable blueprint-reading skills.
Integrity and ability to maintain normal standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
Demonstrated ability to function successfully as a team leader.
Current valid driver's license.
Ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, accurately, and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a threat or harm to self or others.

Nice To Haves

Professional affiliation, such as AGC membership, preferred.
Professional credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan construction procedures, phase schedules, and staffing requirements based on project specifications, tools, equipment, and building methods.
Work with Project Managers to establish project schedules, use look-ahead schedules to assess progress and identify upcoming issues, and coordinate pre-construction meetings before mobilization.
Direct procurement of tools and materials to meet work schedules.
Coordinate supervisory personnel in planning and executing work, interpreting specifications, and coordinating construction phases to prevent delays.
Meet with craft personnel to communicate construction issues and gather input on solutions.
Meet with subcontractors before mobilization to review scope and schedule, and advise them on schedule and phasing requirements before each work phase.
Meet with clients regularly to provide project progress updates.
Work with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve workforce complaints and grievances.
Coordinate with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
Inspect work in progress to ensure compliance with specifications and construction schedules.
Manage projects using progress reports, material usage, and costs, adjusting work schedules as needed.
Coordinate personnel movement between projects with the Manager of Craft Resources and manage crew mixes and work assignments to control labor costs.
Work with the Project Manager to prepare the Project Management Plan.
Consistently implement company safety policies and maintain company quality standards and housekeeping requirements.
Comply with safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report unsafe activities to Safety.
Supervise other Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, Project Managers, Project Engineers, and direct labor positions; manage personnel appraisals and work assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned.