Superintendent II (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial

Austin Careers•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Commercial is seeking a healthcare Superintendent for their Houston, TX division. This role provides overall direction and control of the day-to-day field construction activities on assigned job sites. Depending on project size, this position may lead a project or oversee a portion of a larger project. Austin Commercial is a leader in the commercial construction industry with over 100 years of experience, delivering construction management services for various landmark projects including aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment, and semiconductor/fabrication plants. They are a 100% employee-owned company.

Requirements

B.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or relevant discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of education (High School diploma) and experience.
Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment).
6+ 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.

Responsibilities

Oversee and lead the day-to-day field construction activities on assigned jobsite.
Be in charge of the overall safety at a jobsite, including the implementation of safety plans and procedures.
Review record documents, submittals, shop drawings, and schedule to determine project scope, materials, manpower, and equipment needs.
Plan the physical layout of the jobsite effectively, initiate startup activities, and prepare for site security, office trailers, and utility hookups.
Designate areas for cranes, hoists, material storage, and parking.
Direct field engineers in the survey and layout of the jobsite, ensuring dimensional control and elevations are correct.
Plan daily and weekly activities for each craft, providing detailed schedule forecasts and technical instructions to foremen.
Resolve ambiguities in plans and drawings before construction begins.
Establish procedures for ordering self-performed building materials, supplies, and small tools.
Inspect all field construction work in progress, ensuring high-quality workmanship and promptly addressing deficiencies.
Provide technical guidance and assistance in resolving construction problems, investigating alternative work methods and materials.
Work closely with architects, engineers, and consulting firms to resolve problems.
Assist the project manager in evaluating schedule and cost impacts.
Assist the project manager in developing the manpower projection chart and monitor weekly labor costs.
Investigate reasons for delays in the construction schedule and adjust resources as necessary.
Assist the project manager in developing the equipment projection chart and monitor equipment use, maintenance, and cost.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and codes related to construction activities.
Manage scheduling of all governmental inspections necessary for a certificate of occupancy.
Assume overall responsibility for the health and safety of employees.
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.
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 a detailed and accurate daily report of all field construction activities.
Administer the company's Safety & Health Manual.