Construction Superintendent (Charleston)

Oversees and coordinates the total construction effort in a wide range of building projects by personal performance or through supervision of superintendents and subordinate personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without special accommodations.

Studies plans and specifications for construction on the basis of start and completion times, staffing requirements and timely procurement of tools, materials and equipment to conform to work schedules for each phase of construction.

Attends or conducts all preconstruction, job site and update meetings and inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to the plans and specifications and quality and is meeting construction schedules.

Directs the set up of the site job office and equipment trailers; with proper permits, labor notices, EEOC and safety rules and regulations being posted in a conspicuous place.

Directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting plans and specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to maintain the current budget and schedule, while insuring all safety and quality standards are met.

Confers with supervisory personnel and contractors to resolve complaints and grievances within work force.

Confers with company management, designers, subcontractors and inspectors and suppliers of tools, equipment and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.

Prepares, keeps current or reviews reports on progress and materials used, and performs two week look a heads to ensure proper planning and adjustment and execution of work schedules.

Ensures that all change orders are properly executed and indicated on as-built plans.

Conducts Punch Out process throughout and at conclusion of project.

Mentors, trains and develops support personnel.

Ensure all required regulatory inspections are obtained and passed in a timely manner.

Ensures general conditions budget is met.

Directs and ensures that all OSHA regulations and safety policies and procedures are followed and necessary safety equipment is on site; safety meetings are adequately attended by company personnel and subcontractor crews; daily site safety walks are conducted and corrective action is taken; and that good housekeeping practices are observed and maintained by company personnel and subcontractors.

Maintains good relationships with project managers, owners, engineers, inspectors, architects, subcontractors and other key stakeholders.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages 110 subordinate supervisors and subcontractors who supervise a total of up to 100 employees on the jobsite. Is responsible for their overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of all processes. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience : Four year degree (B.S.) or equivalent plus 5-10 years of job related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents such as complex plans and specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability : Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills : To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Project Management software and Spreadsheet software.