Superintendent I

AQUINAS MANAGEMENT SERVICES•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent I plans and manages construction sites to ensure work is completed in accordance with safety and quality standards and contractual obligations. Using knowledge of building methods, materials, and sequencing, the role provides daily oversight and direction to company and subcontractor personnel. The Superintendent I may oversee a specific scope on a large project valued at $100 million or greater, or lead projects ranging from $5 million to $50 million. The position coordinates safety, scheduling, site logistics, field labor, subcontractors, quality control, inspections, project documentation, and construction productivity. It works closely with the Job Team, Project Manager, design team, subcontractors, and other project participants, using Lean Construction practices and construction technology to support project delivery. The role is performed on-site at a main office or project location and may require travel. The Superintendent I may be called after hours or on weekends to address jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues. The position has substantial physical demands and exposure to outdoor and construction-site conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 8 years of commercial construction experience.
At least 6 years of field supervision as a lead superintendent for a ground-up general contractor.
Demonstrated success implementing and managing project safety programs.
Proficiency with Lean Construction tools and management style.
Proficiency with scheduling software.
Current driver’s license.
Ability to work on-site at a main office or project location.
Ability to respond after hours and on weekends as needed for jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.
Physical ability to function safely in a project-site and office setting, including prolonged sitting and computer work; exerting force to move objects; climbing, balancing, stooping or crawling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, pinching or picking, gripping, and tactilely detecting object attributes.
Ability to speak and exchange ideas; English is preferred. Ability to hear with no less than a 40 dB loss at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz, with or without correction; good depth perception, field of vision, and near acuity are also required.
Ability to work with frequent weather exposure, including occasional extreme cold, extreme heat, wet or humid conditions, dust and fumes, and highly exposed locations.
The position may require travel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or Business.
Construction project experience involving some combination of ground-up healthcare, K-12, higher education, and/or cultural venues.
Construction contract experience involving Construction Manager at Risk (CM@R), Design-Build, and/or Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).

Responsibilities

Develop a safety culture with subcontractors by facilitating the BBS program with the Job Team.
Identify, document, and address safety hazards through safety walks, and review trade Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) daily for completeness and accuracy.
Manage project field labor, including coordinating hiring and termination procedures with the Office Assistant.
Develop the Master Baseline Schedule with the Job Team, update activity completions, and develop strategies to maintain milestones and substantial completion.
Develop site utilization, logistics, and phasing plans during preconstruction for GMP creation, and update them throughout the project.
Use Lean Board tools to manage productivity constraints, coordinate project participants, facilitate daily huddles, lead weekly work planning, track PPCs, and create recovery plans as needed.
Generate daily reports for Linbeck and Linbeck Self-Perform, and review subcontractor daily reports for accuracy and timely submission.
Communicate job requirements to subcontractors during preconstruction and construction through kickoff and pre-installation meetings.
Create and maintain SWPPP plans, documentation, permits, and measures.
Manage project QA/QC using Autodesk Build Issues and Checklists in coordination with subcontractors.
Manage the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) inspection and finals process, coordinating approvals and tracking progress with an Inspection/Finals Matrix.
Manage work orders and tickets with the Project Manager, determine whether work is within subcontract scope, and verify time-and-material ticket hours, quantities, and pricing.
Use labor production reports to manage self-perform scopes against schedule and budget; enter quantities, code timecards accurately, and project labor needs to support labor coordination.
Attend and participate in required coordination meetings.
Use LAT Technologies, including 360-degree photos and drones, to enhance field productivity and project documentation.
Navigate and use the BIM model for visualization and quality control, and participate in spatial coordination to resolve issues proactively with the design team.