Traveling Superintendent - Healthcare Construction

Layton Construction•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Traveling Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of a 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 position requires full-time travel to and on-site work at project locations nationwide; the location shown in the posting does not represent the project location. The Superintendent plans construction procedures and staffing for each phase, coordinates schedules and pre-construction activities with the Project Manager, directs procurement, and keeps supervisory personnel, craft workers, subcontractors, and clients informed about project progress and issues. The role monitors work against specifications and schedules, manages labor and resources, supports preparation of the Project Management Plan, resolves construction problems, and ensures safety, quality, housekeeping, and other company policies are consistently followed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of experience in ground-up commercial projects, particularly in the light industrial and/or cold storage sector.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to and from project sites.
Ability to understand and correctly apply building codes and other design requirements and accurately read blueprints.
Knowledge of subcontractor scopes of work and tolerances.
Good written and verbal communication skills, including clear expression and proper grammar and syntax.
Administrative skills, including monitoring work progress and coordination and keeping organizational members informed of progress and problems.
Management skills to monitor and supervise subordinates effectively and proactively and follow up on delegated assignments.
Integrity and adherence to ethical standards, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
Problem-solving ability, including using information from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
Ability to work as a team player and help coworkers, customers, subcontractors, and others achieve their goals and assignments.
Good interpersonal skills, including tact and sensitivity to others' needs and feelings.
Organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Planning skills, 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 beyond minimum performance levels.
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.

Responsibilities

Study specifications and plan construction procedures, schedules, staffing, and resource needs for each phase of construction.
Coordinate 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 and timely delivery of tools and materials to meet work schedules.
Communicate construction issues and progress to supervisory personnel, craft workers, subcontractors, and clients; coordinate work procedures and phases to prevent delays.
Meet subcontractors before mobilization to review their scope and schedule, and advise them of schedule and phasing requirements before each work phase.
Work with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve workforce complaints and grievances.
Confer 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.
Manage projects using progress reports, materials used, and costs, and adjust work schedules accordingly (for new construction superintendents only).
Coordinate with the Manager of Craft Resources to move personnel between projects; manage crew mixes and work assignments to control labor costs; and, when necessary, 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 company quality standards and housekeeping requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.