Superintendent

Hickory ConstructionKnoxville, TN
Onsite

About The Position

Hickory Construction is seeking a Project Superintendent to lead daily onsite operations, coordinate subcontractors, maintain quality and safety standards, and keep projects moving on schedule. This role is responsible for providing technical expertise, activity coordination, and quality control for all daily work and forward planning on the assigned project. The Superintendent will have front-line interaction with subcontractors, vendors, local municipality officials, design professionals, and clients, ensuring that the expectations of all parties are met and/or exceeded.

Requirements

  • Construction management and leadership experience is required.
  • Knowledge of building codes.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Knowledge of municipal permitting requirements and regulations.
  • Mid-level construction management practices.
  • Proficient computer knowledge.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • A minimum of 6 months in a Project Superintendent 2 or equivalent position.
  • Proficient with Excel, Word, MS Office, MS Project and web based applications.
  • Procore Project Manager Certifications required.
  • Considerable experience in high pressure situations and projects with tight deadlines required.
  • Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and non-verbal methods with both internal and external customers.
  • Ability to work independently to carry out the scope of the project with minimal oversight and assistance from supervisor.
  • Effective leadership skills for teams of 2-100 individuals at a time including company employees and subcontractors.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar field is Strongly Recommended.
  • OSHA 30 and CPR certified within 12 months of position acquisition.

Responsibilities

  • Full-time presence on the work site and available at all times to the employees and subcontractors working on same while work is ongoing.
  • Maintain or provide for daily project documentation to be completed as required and distributed as needed.
  • Prepare Project Schedules on MS Project and Review with PM/VPO. Maintain updates as needed for effective scheduling.
  • Ensure that company Safety Policy is being followed at all times by all individuals on site, even visitors such as design professionals and clients.
  • Proactively coordinate all work and members to ensure that execution is as seamless as possible and rework is minimized.
  • Monitor project progress daily and adjust activities as needed to avoid delays. Provide updates to supervisor on schedule and subcontractor performance.
  • Coordinate 100% attendance and conduct subcontractor progress meetings on site and ensure notes of the same are forwarded to all team members.
  • Maintain control over ALL purchases made of the project. Prepare Purchase Orders for review and/or approve if so delegated.
  • Proactively coordinate all activities and generate resolutions to conflicts that arise that will not delay progress, compromise quality or impact costs.
  • Maintain all project documents, specifications, selections, milestone dates, Hickory standard practices and distribute to key players as needed.
  • Coordinate equipment needs for the project. Track and provide feedback regarding budget impact of same to the appropriate parties.
  • Prepare the project deliverables schedule and collect samples as needed to expedite project flow. Distribute to Design Teams regularly.
  • Serve as the primary contact for the owner on projects. Conduct OAC Meetings as Needed.
  • Keep accurate records of ALL Interactions with visitors to the site.
  • Maintain and provide regular updates to the Project Budget. Review and ensure it is distributed to all appropriate parties on a regular basis.

Benefits

  • 401k + 4% Matching
  • Health Insurance (Employee Medical Premium paid for by Hickory)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Account and Health Savings Account Options
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (Premium Paid for by Hickory)
  • Life Insurance - $25,000 + EAP (Premium Paid for by Hickory)
  • Six Paid Holidays
  • 10 Days Paid Time Off
  • Tech Package (Laptop, iPhone)
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