Senior Superintendent
11 days ago
New York
Job Description Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Field Operations Department: Field Operations Reports to: General Superintendent Supervisory Duties: Yes Reporting to the General Superintendent, the Senior Superintendent provides overall administrative and technical management of the construction project. The Senior Superintendent manages all on site construction activities including self-perform labor, subcontractors and consultants to successfully execute large and complex projects. Responsibilities / Essential Functions • Administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment., • Proficient in all five areas of focus on their project:, • Safety, Schedule, Cost, Quality, and creating Raving Fans with all external partners., • Develop and implement a site-specific safety plan for each project assigned., • Verify that all subcontractors have a valid subcontract and an acceptable insurance certificate prior to working on site., • Serve as the OSHA competent person for various tasks or assign others to serve as competent person., • Preplan all operations to produce innovative and efficient methods to avoid hazards. Senior Superintendent must correct all recognized hazards immediately., • Supervise construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with the plans and specifications., • Thoroughly understand the contract (owner/subcontractor), owner requirements, contract plans, contract specifications, submittals and any change documents, • Provide technical assistance on the project, interpret contract drawings and submittals, and develop construction methods consistent with contract documents., • Work with the project team to set project goals and schedule milestones., • Coordinate all required labor, equipment, small tools, permanent materials, and supplies as needed for self-perform operations., • Create the Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP), manage all aspects of project quality efforts., • Complete onsite material verification as required for the project., • Manage project budget requirements:, • Assist the Project Manager in developing budgets and monthly costs to complete., • Manage T&M process, including verification of time and materials., • Track production and submit quantities weekly., • Identify changes in the field, authorize field change requests, provide all documentation required to ensure compensation for all work performed., • Assist in the approval process for all subcontractor requisitions., • Manage the project to meet schedule requirements and milestones., • Develop a baseline schedule with Project Services Group., • Track progress against baseline schedule and critical path dates., • Communicate schedule requirements at weekly subcontractor meetings., • Develop a short-term plan on a weekly basis that directly supports the project schedule and looks ahead a minimum of 3 weeks., • Coordinate and lead the daily stand up and weekly foreman meetings., • Ensure that the material delivery log is updated and accurate., • Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner., • Participate in business development. Create Raving Fans on current projects. Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects., • Participate in quarterly Superintendent and Safety meetings, as well as periodic training sessions., • Supervise assigned Foremen, Assistant Superintendents, and Project Engineers. Key Skills • Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills., • Strong communication skills. Required Experience • Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Construction Management/Civil Engineering., • 3-7 years of experience in the construction or related field in a similar role or 7-10 years in a supervisory role as a tradesperson., • Understands building plans and specifications., • Safety standards knowledge and enforcement, OSHA 30 required.