Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•McLean, VA

5d•$85,000 - $185,000

About The Position

As a Civil Superintendent, you will lead field operations and oversee self-performed and contracted work to deliver projects that meet client expectations. You will ensure compliance with contract documents and project schedules while promoting a culture of safety and quality. The role covers project sequencing and logistics, schedule management, team development, stakeholder relationships, contract and cost awareness, and project close-out. It also includes helping generate future work and recruiting and retaining talent. This is an active, hands-on position that involves frequent work on construction sites as well as time in an office. The environment can include varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and moving mechanical equipment. The position requires flexibility for extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 5 years of experience working on large-scale civil construction projects.
At least 2 years of experience leading, developing, and motivating teams.
In-depth knowledge of construction processes, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively to multiple audiences.
Working knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations, such as OSHA.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, developing people and teams, setting direction, and executing.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing and navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; bending, kneeling, and reaching; frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; communicating effectively; and reading plans and inspecting work.
Ability to work in varied weather and moderate to loud noise, in elevated or confined work areas around moving mechanical equipment, and in an office setting that may involve prolonged sitting.
Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to communications about time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours.
Required pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty testing.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6.

Responsibilities

Oversee timely, quality installation of contracted work for a project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project.
Promote a culture of safety and quality among company employees and trade contractors, and conduct regular safety inspections for compliance with company, contract, and government regulations.
Create and manage plans to sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel.
Ensure work meets project and company quality standards.
Take initiative and personal responsibility for delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Develop, update, and communicate project schedules, and communicate critical milestones to stakeholders.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members.
Build strong relationships with project stakeholders and represent the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, and project costs, and understand project key performance indicators.
Participate in close-out activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Solve problems and overcome obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job.
Identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, hire, and retain talent for the company.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals and work to exceed their expectations.