Superintendent - Healthcare Construction

Abbott Construction•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of a healthcare construction job site, including scheduling, production, and procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment. The role supervises direct labor and manages contracted work to support successful project completion. The Superintendent plans construction procedures and staffing based on project specifications, schedules, available tools and equipment, and building methods. In coordination with the Project Manager, the Superintendent develops and uses look-ahead schedules, participates in pre-construction planning, coordinates procurement, monitors work quality and progress, and keeps project personnel, subcontractors, and clients informed. The position also helps resolve workforce and construction issues, coordinates labor resources, supports preparation of the Project Management Plan, and ensures that company policies, quality standards, safety policies, and housekeeping requirements are followed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a construction-related field, or equivalent, and at least 5 years of commercial construction experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to and from the project site.
Ability to understand and correctly apply building codes and other design requirements, and to read blueprints accurately.
Good understanding of subcontractors' scopes of work and tolerances.
Good written and verbal communication skills, including clear expression of ideas and proper grammar and syntax.
Administrative skills to monitor work progress and coordination and keep organizational colleagues informed of progress and problems.
Management skills to monitor and supervise subordinates and follow up on delegated assignments.
Integrity and adherence to ethical standards, appropriate conduct, and organizational policies.
Problem-solving ability to use information from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
Ability to work collaboratively and help coworkers, customers, subcontractors, and others achieve their goals and assignments.
Good interpersonal skills, including tact and sensitivity to others' needs and feelings.
Organization and prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks.
Planning skills, including allocating resources, assigning personnel, and using time efficiently.
Professional appearance and conduct.
Initiative, self-direction, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to operate office equipment such as a fax machine, copier, and telephone, and to use spreadsheet and word-processing software.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare construction experience is highly preferred.
Basic Spanish is preferred.
Knowledge and use of CMiC is preferred.

Responsibilities

Study specifications and plan construction procedures, schedules, and staffing requirements for each phase.
Work with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule and develop and use look-ahead schedules to assess progress and identify upcoming issues.
Coordinate the pre-construction meeting with the Project Manager before mobilization.
Direct procurement of tools and materials to meet work schedules.
Keep project participants informed about construction issues and progress, including supervisory personnel, craft personnel, subcontractors, and clients.
Meet with supervisory personnel to plan and execute work procedures, interpret specifications, and coordinate construction phases to prevent delays.
Meet regularly with craft personnel to provide updates and gather input on solutions.
Meet with subcontractors before mobilization to review scope and schedule, and advise them on scheduling and phasing requirements before each work phase.
Work with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve workforce complaints and grievances.
Consult with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
Inspect work in progress to ensure conformance with specifications and construction schedules.
For new construction projects, manage project progress, materials, and costs using progress reports, and adjust work schedules as needed.
Coordinate personnel movement between projects with the Manager of Craft Resources, manage crew mixes and work assignments to control labor costs, and, when needed, terminate craft personnel who do not meet company requirements.
Work with the Project Manager to prepare the Project Management Plan.
Ensure consistent implementation of company policies, including safety and equal opportunity policies, and maintain quality standards and housekeeping requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.