Superintendent

McGough•Bismarck, ND

44d

About The Position

The Superintendent plans and oversees all aspects of assigned construction projects, including pre-planning from preconstruction through post-construction. The role works to achieve project goals and manages field operations. It provides leadership and oversight to field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers, coordinates project schedules, budgets, quality control, safety, documentation, and closeout, and supports continuous improvement and business development. The position participates in people management, including hiring and onboarding, coaching, performance reviews, and team development. It is based at various jobsites and a regional office and requires regular travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
5–10+ years of construction-related experience.
Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and an innovative, forward-thinking approach.
Computer literacy and strong computer skills.
Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement.
Current OSHA 30 certification.
Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Thorough and detail-oriented approach.
Ability to prioritize and multitask within time constraints.
Self-starter, motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Willingness to travel regularly.

Nice To Haves

Two- or four-year degree in a construction-related field.
5–10 years of field-related experience.
Bilingual ability to communicate in both Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Participate in or lead preconstruction planning, including crisis management planning, site logistics and safety plans, site-specific rules, and completion of the Redbook.
Contribute to pursuits, proposals, interviews, pre-job walkthroughs, and analysis of upcoming project opportunities.
Coordinate with Project Management to align project budgets for labor, materials, and equipment before project start and address issues or deviations.
Participate in QA/AC page-turn sessions to align project expectations and execution.
Lead and oversee field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers on active projects; supervise Assistant Superintendents and evaluate weekly work plans, schedules, and logistics.
Implement and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely updates in coordination with Project Management.
Oversee on-site documentation, including drawings, logs, and inspection records, for accuracy and compliance.
Manage project budgets and forecasts for labor, materials, and equipment, addressing deviations with Project Management.
Assist with procurement, subcontractor selection, RFI development, and trade scope reviews.
Oversee the site-specific Quality Control plan with QC and Project Management teams.
Promote safety through orientations, safety meetings, and compliance with OSHA and other regulations.
Lead Lean construction initiatives, including Pull-Planning, standard work practices, and continuous improvement.
Organize and lead Superintendent and coordination meetings and support cross-functional alignment.
Troubleshoot and resolve on-site challenges, including delays and labor disputes, while minimizing impacts to progress.
Support project closeout, including punch lists, commissioning, final inspections, and owner training.
Build and maintain working relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Integrate McGough self-perform capabilities, warehouse resources, small tools, and equipment rentals into project planning and execution.
Perform quantity take-offs and assist with bid solicitation, bid evaluation, and trade scope reviews.
Support CPM scheduling and apply Last Planner System principles through weekly and daily planning sessions.
Review drawings and specifications; manage electronic document workflows; draft and process RFIs; review and process submittals and shop drawings; participate in BIM coordination; and support LEED documentation when applicable.
Assist with subcontractor change requests, invoice reviews, performance tracking, and compliance.
Support cost control, including change documentation, labor cost tracking, procurement, cost coding, and cost history reporting.
Attend and participate in safety, coordination, foreman, startup, and PACE meetings; prepare and distribute minutes as required.
Participate in talent acquisition and onboarding, identify skills gaps, and promote ongoing learning.
Conduct one-on-ones, performance reviews, and coaching; recognize strong performance and manage improvement plans as needed.
Communicate company values and strategy, promote ethical conduct, enforce policies, and foster an inclusive and safe work environment.
Set clear goals and mentor team members, encouraging accountability and collaboration.
Participate in punch list generation and resolution and assist with final as-built documentation.
Stay informed about industry trends, identify opportunities, support process improvements and innovation, and manage external relationships and partnerships.
Contribute to the South Dakota Operations Team and engage in business development by maintaining relationships and participating in industry and company-sponsored events.
Represent McGough professionally, attend company and project meetings, pursue professional development, collaborate across departments, and support Lean events and the McGough Way.
Perform additional duties as assigned.