Senior Superintendent

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS)•Rockville, MD

5d•$134,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The Senior Superintendent provides overall leadership for on-site field management and administration of larger, more complex construction projects. The role plans, coordinates, and executes work on time and within budget, directly supervising superintendents and assistants, foremen, subcontractors, and other construction personnel. The Senior Superintendent also coordinates with clients, design team members, third-party consultants, and other stakeholders. The position helps establish project parameters for on-site work while maintaining a safe workplace, enforcing quality control, strengthening client relationships, and promoting the company image. It oversees field operations and project execution in partnership with project management, ensuring schedules, safety, quality standards, and contractual obligations are met. The Senior Superintendent manages project schedules and documentation, coordinates trade partners, identifies and mitigates risks, and supports successful project delivery.

Requirements

Ten to fifteen years of construction operations experience, or a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field and at least seven years of progressive supervisory overall building construction experience.
CPR and First Aid certifications.
OSHA 30-hour certification.
Proficiency with computer-based scheduling software, spreadsheet applications, project management software, and virtual construction software.
Knowledge and understanding of sustainable construction, such as LEED.
Ability to manage a team and lead a project to a successful outcome.
Deep knowledge of construction systems and techniques.
Ability to manage project schedules, coordinate trade partners, and ensure project success.
Ability to review and manage project contracts, drawings, specifications, and other documentation.
Ability to identify and solve complex operational and organizational problems and develop feasible solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively and build trust with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead on-site field management and administration for large and complex construction projects, planning and coordinating work to meet schedule and budget goals.
Directly supervise superintendents and assistants, foremen, subcontractors, and other construction personnel.
Coordinate project work with clients, design team members, third-party consultants, project management, and trade partners.
Oversee field operations and project execution, including field engineering and trade partner coordination.
Ensure project schedules, safety requirements, quality standards, and contractual obligations are met.
Build and maintain effective relationships and communication with owners, designers, trade partners, and other stakeholders; resolve issues and manage conflict.
Create, implement, and enforce quality plans and DAVIS quality best practices; oversee quality control and verify work conforms to codes and project specifications.
Implement and enforce safety plans and best practices, mentor teams on safety standards, and ensure compliance with company protocols.
Identify and mitigate project risks, including safety risks, scheduling delays, and quality concerns; develop contingency plans for unexpected issues.
Review and manage contracts, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation for constructability, accuracy, and compliance.
Maintain project documentation, including safety reports, quality checklists, and other project-related records.
Create, manage, and review project schedules; direct schedule development with trade partners, identify scheduling conflicts, and oversee field staff look-ahead schedules.
Apply knowledge of project contracts, scopes, and financial documentation to field operations; manage contract obligations and financial tracking awareness.
Perform project layout and control work.
Mentor and guide managers and professional staff, and contribute to the performance and results of related teams.