Superintendent

Govan Brown•Tallahassee, FL

27d

About The Position

Ajax Building Company, part of STO Building Group, is seeking a hands-on construction leader to lead day-to-day field operations. The Superintendent manages craft and subcontractor teams and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, according to design, and to client standards. The role coordinates on-site construction activities, supports project management, and is accountable for workforce productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance. The Superintendent supervises craft personnel and other contractors, provides technical assistance and drawing interpretation, recommends construction methods and equipment, and may approve personnel transactions, purchase requisitions, and field design change requests. The role enforces project procedures and safety requirements in coordination with the Safety Director, documents violations, and recommends or implements corrective actions. It also includes building layout and field engineering. Ajax delivers construction projects across the Southeast in markets including K–12, higher education, justice, municipal, healthcare, mission critical, and other institutional sectors. The company describes a collaborative, team-oriented culture and opportunities for employees to take ownership, gain diverse project experience, and advance their careers.

Requirements

5–8+ years of supervisory experience in the construction field.
Excellent communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.
Thorough knowledge of construction technology, equipment, and methods.
Thorough knowledge of safety requirements.
Ability to motivate employees and handle situations that occur on the project.
Ability to see well, either naturally or with correction.
Ability to coordinate eye, hand, and finger movements with full use of hands, arms, and fingers.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolding; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at any height.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally more.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, evaluate, and terminate craft personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Supervise craft employees and other contractors to ensure construction follows the design, budget, schedule, and contract requirements.
Supervise the total construction effort and interface with client representatives and other contractors.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise on-site functions.
Provide technical assistance, interpret drawings, and recommend construction methods and equipment.
Assist project management in developing and implementing project procedures, working documents, and standards.
Ensure on-site personnel comply with project procedures, safety program requirements, and work rules; document violations and notify project management, recommending or implementing corrective actions as needed.
Work with the Safety Director to maintain safety awareness and enforce Ajax Building Company’s Safety Policy.
Manage project productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance.
Perform or supervise building layout and field engineering.
Promote a safe work environment.