SPO Senior Superintendent - Concrete

Turner Construction•Baltimore, MD

2d•$130,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, forecast, lead, direct and coordinate work of Self-Perform Operations (SPO) staff, subcontractors, and suppliers on large or complex concrete projects. Oversee implementation of planned work for adherence to contracted scope for safety, schedule sequence, quality of work performed, and production planning and tracking. Supervise Trade labor in concrete or other areas of responsibility.

Requirements

Minimum of 12 years of related experience performing as Superintendent managing self-perform work or relevant experience (e.g., Trades Foreperson, Surveyor, Project Engineer) for specialty scopes of work (e.g., concrete)
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field of study a plus, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Thorough understanding of multiple market segments of commercial construction industry and self-perform work
In-depth Superintending knowledge experience and ability to quickly adopt Turner way/methodology
Knowledge of building systems that interface with the structure (e.g., envelope, structural steel, MEP, excavation)
Experience managing work as a specialty contractor focusing on concrete
In-depth technical knowledge of concrete structure, tools, and equipment required by this trade
In-depth knowledge and experience with various formwork systems
In-depth knowledge and experience with reinforcing
Thorough knowledge and understanding of general and subcontract documents, drawings, specifications, construction means, methods, and materials, understanding of line and grade and survey methods
Thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, and accounting principles
Able to create and manage schedules that allow for consistent and productive crew
Extensive knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and project Safety programs
Proficient knowledge of building codes and compliance regulations
Leadership experience to make decisions, direct, and build teams
Diplomatic approach to problem solving, apply active listening to completely understand target audience needs and develop targeted solutions
Strong network of labor sources (e.g., Union, Third-Party) and quality individual craft employees
Excellent presentation delivery with professional verbal and written communication, able to tailor and deliver communications to stakeholders
Advanced interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders across organizational levels, clients, Design teams, and Trades
Able to apply critical business thinking to impact business planning, operations, financial performance, and risk
Knowledgeable of continuous improvement concepts, methodology, practices, and tools Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, construction scheduling software, and project management applications
Travel as required per job assignment
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the duties will occasionally require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear (bells, whistles, etc.), stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Oversee jobsite safety program in collaboration with EH&S team to support SPO team members and Trades to comply with standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
Oversee development and lead communication of site-specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) for use in field.
Foster workplace environment where all people demonstrate highest standards of care for each other using Turner’s Active Caring philosophy.
Thoroughly understand project scope, complexity and contract across assigned projects.
Oversee team of Self-Perform Operations (SPO) Forepersons and multiple SPO Superintendents on large and complex concrete and general Trades SPO projects
Develop and implement overall SPO concrete work schedules and integrate into main project schedule to facilitate, monitor, and maintain team productivity. Anticipate and identify critical path items and constraints impacting schedules to enable consistent and productive work progress.
Understand, oversee, and validate construction layout and surveying plans and performance across assigned projects. • Validate and confirm resource management plan, communicate, and implement performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control, and SPO Trade staffing levels provided by SPO Superintendents.
Establish production requirements with SPO Superintendents and Trades Foreperson and measure results weekly, oversee progress to promote coordinated project operations, and adjust work practices and crew assignments to boost production where possible.
Monitor and report installed quantities and percentage of completion for SPO concrete tasks. Lead team in weekly production meetings for progress and status.
Manage hiring and termination decisions related to Trade labor, maintaining communication of decisions with General Superintendent and SPO Trades Manager.
Develop and maintain relationships with various labor sources to identify qualified labor to fulfill project staffing needs.
Serve as escalation point to resolve local area problems related to procedures, precedence, design clarifications, adequate labor, and equipment schedule across assigned projects.
Supervise and develop SPO Trade Forepersons; provide constructive development feedback and contribute to or complete performance appraisals.
Identify issues, investigate solutions, communicate approach, discuss and/or resolve field issues with Project leaders, Trade Forepersons, Owners, Owner’s Representatives, Architects, and Engineers, as appropriate. • Collaborate with SPO Project Manager to oversee weekly, estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices, and subcontractor payment applications.
Manage installation of work in compliance with approved contract documents. • Monitor and confirm accuracy of estimated quantities and manage procurement of materials. • Assist with bidding work to review productivity and approach for implementing work.
Perform constructability reviews and analyze drawings to identify specified components that may cause construction constraints to be resolved.
Assign and validate team’s use of continuous improvement methodologies for construction methods such as Last Planner System(LPS) for proactive scheduling.
Initiate and communicate continuous improvement concepts and practices to team in support of working efficiently, enhancing programs, coordinating, and reducing waste. Apply active listening skills to remain open to suggestions and encourage recommendations from team.
May supervise team of SPO Superintendents employees and participate in hiring process, onboard and deliver timely performance feedback, contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with employee development needs.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
In addition to our extensive benefits offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end-of-year appreciation pay.

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