Superintendent I (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial

Austin Careers•Houston, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Commercial is seeking a Superintendent for its Houston, Texas Division. Austin Commercial is a leading construction firm with over 100 years of experience, specializing in commercial construction management and landmark projects across various sectors including aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment, and semiconductor/fabrication plants. As a 100% employee-owned company, Austin Commercial fosters a culture where every employee-owner has a vested interest in the company's success, leading to consistent customer satisfaction through a commitment to safety, service, and integrity.

Requirements

Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment)
8+ years of commercial construction field experience, including direct supervisory experience
Proficient with reading plans and specs
Ability to build and manage high performing teams
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Nice To Haves

B.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or relevant discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of education (High School diploma) and experience

Responsibilities

Oversee and lead day-to-day field construction activities on assigned jobsites.
Be in charge of overall safety at a jobsite, including the implementation of safety plans and procedures.
Review record documents, submittals, shop drawings, and schedules to determine project scope, materials, manpower, and equipment needs.
Plan the physical layout of the jobsite effectively, initiate startup activities, and prepare site security, office trailers, and utility hookups.
Designate areas for cranes, hoists, material storage, and parking.
Direct field engineers in jobsite survey and layout, ensuring dimensional control lines and elevations are correct.
Plan daily and weekly activities for each craft, providing detailed technical instructions and schedule forecasts.
Establish procedures for ordering self-performed building materials, supplies, and small tools.
Inspect all field construction work, including subcontracted work, ensuring high-quality workmanship and prompt correction of deficiencies.
Provide technical guidance and assistance in resolving construction problems, investigating alternative work methods and materials.
Assist the project manager in evaluating schedule and cost impacts.
Assist the project manager in developing manpower projection charts and monitoring labor costs.
Investigate reasons for construction schedule delays and take corrective action.
Assist the project manager in developing equipment projection charts and monitoring equipment use, maintenance, and cost.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and codes related to construction activities, as well as company policies.
Manage scheduling of all governmental inspections necessary for a certificate of occupancy.
Assume overall responsibility for employee health and safety, including first aid, emergency treatment, and correcting safety hazards.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with owners, architects, consulting firms, and other parties with financial interest.
Foster and promote the training and development of subordinates through on-the-job training and company-sponsored programs.
Assume a leadership role in the career planning and development of project staff.
Perform tasks associated with project completion, including close-out punch lists, demobilization, and as-built documents.
Maintain detailed and accurate daily reports of all field construction activities.
Administer the company's Safety & Health Manual.