Superintendent, Construction

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

9d•$32 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

Lead complex healthcare construction projects from planning to completion while ensuring quality, safety, and operational excellence. Supervise and coordinate work activities required for assigned construction projects that impact Duke Hospital.

Requirements

Work requires an educational background normally equivalent to a high school education plus 2 years specialized training or apprenticeship in a building trade such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or carpentry.
Work requires five (5) years of experience in maintenance and construction to acquire knowledge of construction techniques, methods and equipment.
Work requires the ability to provide instructions, coordinate the work of others and prepare and maintain records.
Work requires considerable knowledge of maintenance and construction procedures and plans.
Candidate must be adept in using word processing software, spreadsheets, scheduling software and completing progress reports.
Candidate must possess excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the eBuilder program strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate a variety of work activities involved in E&O construction projects for Duke Health.
Meet with project requestors to define the scope of work, develop drawings and create a cost estimate.
Be the first point of contact for the installers and subcontractors while maintaining liaison between Medical Center Engineering and Operations Department and all parties concerned to discuss modifications and adequate solutions to project problems.
Obtain and communicate updates on project status.
Work closely with the construction crew and oversee every step of the construction process including procuring subcontract labor and material.
Discuss project details with Architects and Engineers as well as Hospital Division supervisors and FPDC.
Apply for and maintain ICRA guidelines, perform quality control audits, update Life Safety drawings and ensure that the project is being completed in a safe and efficient manner.