Superintendent

Adolfson & Peterson Construction•Duluth, MN

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a leading national contractor, is seeking an experienced Superintendent to manage and control assigned projects. This role involves directing field operations, ensuring site safety, productivity, schedule adherence, and quality of work. The Superintendent will coordinate trade contractors and suppliers, working closely with the Project Manager and the owner and design team. Project scopes are typically under $75 million, or specific components of larger projects. AP emphasizes an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture, making safety paramount for all team members.

Requirements

History of progressively more responsible construction experience and proven results.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field with 6+ years of directly related experience OR a high school diploma or equivalent and 10+ years of directly related experience.
Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, P6, MS Project, Excel, AutoCad, and project management software.
Solid understanding of building plans and specifications, value engineering, and life cycle costing.
Proven results in driving safety initiatives and compliance.
Current or ability to become current with OSHA 30 and company safety requirements.
Ability to climb, walk, lift, carry, push, and complete repetitive motion activities throughout the day.
Ability to occasionally lift, move, and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
Ability to travel to project sites and availability for long-term out-of-town assignments.
Willingness to work in various (sometimes extreme) climate conditions.
Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
Experience in complex projects as an active participant in driving growth and change.
Demonstrated effectiveness in driving operations and executing plans.
Strong analytical and logic skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of precision on detailed work.
Developed communication skills (written, oral, and listening) to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously under time constraints.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful and lasting relationships.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain a forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Take personal responsibility for working safely within an incident and injury free (IIF) culture.
Manage on-site construction activities.
Understand all project plans, specifications, and details; maintain updated construction drawings.
Schedule and procure necessary tools, equipment, and materials.
Ensure all jobsite team members are trained on necessary tools and processes.
Conduct weekly toolbox talks.
Provide input for project start-up and close-out meetings.
Ensure trade contractors meet schedule and quality standards while maintaining positive relationships.
Manage, review, and control project schedules, cost codes, budgets, and production units.
Oversee all site productivity and reporting.
Ensure project quality according to AP’s quality management programs; create and monitor site-specific quality control plans.
Troubleshoot jobsite challenges and develop innovative solutions; document all corrections, changes, and requests.
Schedule and direct all required inspections with city officials, government agencies, and private agencies.
Create site-specific safety plans; monitor compliance and performance.
Implement and maintain AP’s safety program to strive for IIF on all projects.
Ensure all job safety requirements are understood and implemented by all project team members and trade contractors.
Collaborate with AP safety support team members as needed.
Lead on-site safety meetings.
Review trade contractors’ safety programs and SDS information.
Identify and correct all safety hazards on the jobsite; report all safety incidents.
Maintain and post OSHA and Company required safety literature.
Develop and maintain a positive relationship with the owner and design team.
Understand and communicate owner’s construction goals to field team members.
Collaborate with other departments during pre-construction and planning.
Provide technical expertise during the pre-construction process and participate in constructability reviews.
Assist in managing the pre-construction schedule.
Review plans and specifications for constructability and schedules; advise the project team of issues or deficiencies.
Assist in quantity take-off and pricing estimates.
Prepare, manage, and update the detailed project schedule, including procurement items.
Establish punchlist process and close-out procedures with the Project Manager, owner, and design team.
Maintain a Zero Punchlist.
Understand the contract between AP and the owner, project estimate, budget set-up, and trade contractor/supplier scopes.
Ensure subcontractors meet all insurance requirements before being on-site.
Participate in procuring future projects and building client loyalty.
Participate in marketing efforts, presentations, and proposal preparations.
Help determine sequence activities and activity duration on schedules for proposed projects.
Maintain a network of potential client leads.
Participate in at least one industry organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.