Superintendent

Description : Field Superintendent

Department : Construction

Reports to : Director of Construction

Position Type : Full time; Salaried, Exempt

Job Summary :

The role of a Field Superintendent (FS) in our industrial solutions company is to provide field support for the Project Manager (PM) and the Project Engineer (PE), and the primary jobsite representative for RDC. You will be responsible for the oversight of many aspects of construction management, such as a moderate usage of ServiceMax, complete field conditions surveys “field verification”, understanding of the contract / PO and RDC’s scope of work (SOW), change order assistance, time & material (T&M) management, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards, monitoring safety & regulatory requirements, equipment delivery tracking, understanding of submittals, processing of field initiated RFI’s, reviewing schedule of values for invoicing / payment applications for accuracy, punch list creation & management, assistance with closeout paperwork.

This role works along the Project Engineer and Project Manager and reports to the Director of Construction (DoC). The Field Superintendent is the secondary contact with the key stakeholders and the primary contact for the site management team (GC / CM / etc. project managers & superintendents). This position requires frequent travel between project sites and close collaboration with the GC / CM’s onsite superintendent, and occasionally with the GC / CM’s PM or PE.

Requirements :

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Assist in processing of Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Assist in submittal processing and validate that submittals & field conditions or drawings will support it.
• Inspect work in the field to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Understand the project budget and assist with controlling costs & change orders.
• Monitor and track project quality control metrics, providing timely and accurate quality reporting to the Project Manager (PM) when necessary.
• Generate project punch lists and assist with closeout documentation.
• Capture and document progress through meticulous photo documentation for RFIs and project records.
• Coordinate logistics effectively, including the delivery and staging of materials and equipment onsite.
• Serve as the primary field representative of the PM, representing the PM in the field.
• Continually update work orders with meeting minutes, changes, and scheduling notes.
• Attend in Progress (WIP) meetings involving the Director of Construction (DoC), Project Manager (PM) and the Project Engineer (PE).
• Attend and actively participate in job site meetings, providing valuable insights and updates to the project management team
• Supervise and support RDC technicians & Sub-Contractors, ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards and contractual obligations.
• Direct and oversee on-site personnel, including RDC technicians and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Assist in AIA payment application processing to validate quantities & percentages.
• Diagnose and resolve construction or machinery issues promptly and efficiently.
• Assist in updating work orders in the system.
• Experience using SaleForce and / or ServiceMax a plus.
• Practice “Punch as You Go” and NOT wait till the end of the project.
• Serve as the primary liaison with General Contractors (GC), Construction Managers (CM), and onsite Superintendents, fostering collaborative relationships to facilitate project success.
• Conduct regular and systematic site visits throughout the project lifecycle, commencing from one month prior to project initiation through to final completion. Manage punchout and warranty processes meticulously, holding accountable all involved technicians and subcontractors to uphold project integrity and client satisfaction.
• Willingness for daytime travel to project sites as needed, as most projects are in the Central Indiana area or periodically to northern Indiana.
• Other duties as assigned.

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EEO Statement

Robert Dietrick Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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