Travel Superintendent-Mission Critical

L.F. Driscoll•Hutto, TX

About The Position

The Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of a job site, including scheduling, production, and procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment. The role supervises direct labor on the assigned project and manages contracted work to support successful project completion. The Superintendent plans construction procedures and staffing for each phase, coordinates schedules and procurement, monitors work quality and progress, and ensures company policies, safety practices, quality standards, and housekeeping requirements are followed. The position also works with the Project Manager, craft personnel, subcontractors, clients, inspectors, suppliers, and other supervisory personnel to coordinate construction and resolve issues.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a construction-related field, or equivalent, and at least 5 years of data center construction experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to and from the project site.
Ability to correctly understand and apply building codes and other design requirements and accurately read blueprints.
Understanding of subcontractors' scopes of work and tolerances.
Good written and verbal communication skills, including clear expression and proper grammar and syntax.
Good administrative skills, including monitoring and coordinating work activities and communicating progress and problems.
Good management skills, including proactively monitoring and supervising subordinates and following up on delegated assignments.
Integrity and adherence to ethical standards, conduct, and organizational policies.
Excellent problem-solving ability, including using 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 ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
Planning ability, including allocating resources, assigning personnel, and using time efficiently.
Professional appearance and conduct.
Initiative, self-direction, ability to work with minimal supervision, and drive to achieve goals.
Ability to operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and telephones, and use spreadsheet and word-processing software.

Nice To Haves

Basic Spanish.
Knowledge and use of CMiC.
Project experience with hospitals or medical facilities valued at $10 million or more.

Responsibilities

Study specifications and plan construction procedures, schedules, staffing, tools, equipment, and building methods for each construction phase.
Work with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule and develop and use look-ahead schedules to monitor progress and identify upcoming issues.
Coordinate the pre-construction meeting with the Project Manager before mobilization.
Direct procurement of tools and materials for delivery in accordance with work schedules.
Keep project participants informed of construction issues and progress, including supervisory personnel, craft personnel, subcontractors, and clients.
Meet with subcontractors before mobilization to review scope and schedule, and advise them on schedule and phasing requirements before each phase of work.
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 methods.
Inspect work in progress to confirm compliance with specifications and construction schedules.
Manage the project using progress reports, material usage, and costs, adjusting 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 necessary, terminate craft personnel who do not meet company policies or job requirements.
Work with the Project Manager to prepare the Project Management Plan.
Implement company policies, including safety and equal opportunity policies, and maintain company quality standards and housekeeping requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.