Construction Superintendent

Construction Superintendent - Mechanicsville, VA

Role Description

Under the direct supervision of the General Superintendent the Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day supervision, coordination, and quality control of subcontractors and craft personnel for multiple job site operations. Ensuring the safety and well-being of employees at project sites.

General Responsibilities

• Supervision and coordination of subcontractors, direct hire craftspeople and job site operations for job order contracts in accordance with Jewett’s Superintendent Manual

• Ability to review and provide input on project scope of work and development

• Assist with the establishment and maintenance of project schedules including start, progress, and completion schedules

• Completion of (3) three-week look ahead schedules weekly

• Responsible for scheduling and leadership of subcontractor weekly coordination meetings

• Control all job site operations for compliance with contract requirements, noise and dust control, non-interruption of Owner activities and utility shutdown procedures

• Provide daily safety awareness and inspections to ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel at the job sites

• Provide job site quality control checks to ensure the construction and materials are in accordance with project documents and Owner standards

• Preparation and submittal of accurate, detailed, electronic daily reports for the project and post reports in project management software, Procore

• Working with the Project Manager, to prepare agenda and hold job progress meetings with subcontractors to coordinate project progress with minutes distributed to all parties

• Responsible for scheduling all project activities in compliance with project schedule timelines

• Maintenance of punch list management and project closeout requirements

• Ensure compliance with Jewett’s Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) and all local requirements (OSHA)

• Responsible for notifying supervisor if a safety infraction is observed

• Maintenance of records for site personnel such as daily field reports, fields orders, RFIs, and daily project photos

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team based working environment

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of (5) five years’ experience or a minimum of (10) ten years related experience in the construction industry with a commercial or industrial general contractor

• OSHA 30 Safety Course Certification, Red Cross First Aid, and CPR Certification is preferred but not required

• Proficient with scheduling software, and CAE and CAD applications

• Ability to interpret and build according to drawings, specifications, and other documents

• Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods

• Proficient with MS Word and Excel

• Ability to read/write and communicate in English

• Ability to function well in very busy situations

• Responsible and reliable

• Positive attitude and work ethic.

• Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including but not limited to coworkers, supervisors, clients

• Ability to remember and understand verbal and written instructions

• Self-starter with a team player attitude, comfortable both taking initiative and working in collaboration

• Intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to learn and grow

• Proven leadership and excellence in professional, academic and/or extracurricular experiences

• Strong problem-solving abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to collaborate as part of a team

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship

• Ability to work off-hours including weekends as needed and directed by General Superintendent

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work & Travel

This is a full-time position and may frequently require long hours and weekend work. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Please apply via LinkedIn or send your resume to jhladick@jewettconstruction.com

“Candidates with Bachelor’s degree and/or military experience preferred”