Job Description
Job Description
The Project Superintendent is responsible for all field construction activities on the assigned project. All assistant superintendents, project engineers, labor foremen, etc. report to the PS on the job site. The PS is responsible for onsite field administration, supervision, coordination, and technical management of all construction operations, including direct supervision of all field construction personnel. The PS will be involved with the planning of the work, scheduling, logistics, coordination and execution of the work, safety, quality control, punch list, security of the site, and inspections approvals. The PS is a seasoned professional within the construction industry, and is an experienced superintendent in many disciplines. The PS is usually involved with the preconstruction services of a project, working from the home office, and with the construction and project close-out phases working from the site.
Responsibilities
- Monitor assigned project for conformance with the construction schedule, expected quality levels, and adherence to the company’s Standard Operating Procedures
- Oversee, manage, and document all day-to-day job site activities including OSHA safety compliance
- Direct field personnel according to the project plan and Vernon supervisory principles
- Provide leadership, advice, and assistance to field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel and methods of construction
- Serve as an advocate for Field Operations
- Work with clients and architects throughout the project, responsible for developing relationships that generate client satisfaction
- Recruit qualified talent; mentor, coach, and train them to perform and ensure effective matching of talent to project scope. This includes Project Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Project Engineers, Labor Foremen
- Communicate issues, events, performance, and progress daily to the Project Manager
- Report any problems promptly to the Project Manager to facilitate the most cost-effective solutions
- Establish effective working relationships with clients and Vernon team members
- Request advice and assistance from the General Superintendent on matters pertaining to materials, sequencing, scheduling and personnel
- Actively participate in the development of business by supporting the Business Development Department as requested
Project Start-Up / Turnover Meeting :
Identify pre-mobilization activities in conjunction with the Project Executive, General Superintendent, and the Project ManagerDevelop start-up schedule with Project Manager and send it to the Project Executive and General Superintendent for reviewConstruction; Responsible for implementing all Vernon policies and procedures including :
Field Staff Assignments and performance evaluationsWeekly site visits to evaluate conditions including safety and general presentationEnsure that field personnel are performing to established standardsOversee the development of the baseline schedule and monitor all project schedules for complianceProvide leadership in the monthly update and narrative processConfirm that workmanship and materials conform to plans and specificationsReview project schedules during weekly visit, highlighting potential challengesProvide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasibleScheduling :
Assist in formulating and implementing construction schedules in the fieldEstablish and implement the Project Baseline Schedule based on the project contracts and subcontractor input, taking into account any elements that might impact the scheduleMaintain the schedule and ensure that work performed is consistent with the contract and will meet or exceed client expectationsUpdate Project Schedule monthlyProvide progress report with the two-week look ahead of schedule to the Project Manager and the field staffSafety :
Ensure that all subcontractors participate in a safety pre-construction meeting prior to starting work on the projectEnsure that all subcontractors have a full set of MSD sheets on the project, as well as their site specific safety plan and current insurance certificateReview the project daily to ensure that all activities are being performed in accordance with all OSHA and governing requirements and the project site specific safety planReview safety reports and injury data to assess safety performance on assigned projectsCommunicate clear expectations for safety to project teamsPerform safety inspectionsAdhere to all Vernon Safety program requirementsQuality Management :
Ensure that all pertinent benchmarks for the project are established and inserted into the baseline scheduleEnsure that all 1st delivery inspections and Benchmark inspections occur per the baseline schedule so as not to impact the progression of the subsequent workEnsure that the inspections are approved, documented, and communicated to the project teamSubcontractor Coordination and Site Management throughout the Project :
Review the project daily to ensure that all activities are being performed in accordance with the contract documents, ensure that products delivered to the site are in conformance with approved product data submittalsEnsure that all subcontractors are working off of approved sets of submittals, shop drawings and coordination drawingsEnsure that all bulletins, sketches and other documents are printed and provided to field staff onsiteSchedule coordination meetings weekly with subcontractorsManage site pre-construction including pre-construction survey, job site utilization and staging plansMobilize the field office and maintains the job site to Vernon standardsOrganize documentation of the job site for easy access and reviewManage subcontractor performance to quality and ethical standardsWork with PM to identify and resolve personnel issues and construction process revisionsManage all phases of the construction process including documenting and reporting site activities and progress, manage and assist with Job Site Utilization PlanMeeting Management :
Attend project turnover, mobilization, and project coordination meetingsAttend / chair safety pre-construction meetingsAttend / chair weekly foreman and safety meetingsAttend / chair monthly schedule review meetingsAttend / chair weekly subcontractor coordination meetingsAttend closeout meetingsAttend owner meetingsAttend / chair subcontractor meetings and any others necessary to monitor and manage the projectAdministrative Management :
Complete and implement construction office checklists including emergency phone listsComplete daily reports and maintains logs of key activities, files, and shop drawingsManage the quality and condition of all material deliveriesMaintain required safety reporting and all other required files to Vernon standardsInsure that as-built working drawings are maintained as well as the current drawing log and revision log, communicating this to the subcontractorsProject Closeout :
Manage subcontractor closeout, transfer of utilities, owner training, work list and punch listEnsure timely completion of punch listsParticipate in the one-year warranty walkthrough, ensures timely completion of all issues and that appropriate records are keptClient Relationships and Meeting Management :
Attend all scheduled meetings necessary to monitor and manage projectsAttend owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM / PE) meetings at least twice monthlyMaintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptionsCommunicate relevant information to project teamsFoster and maintain effective working relationships with team membersQualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management is a preferred but not requiredExperience relative to size / scope of projectsMinimum of 10-15 years of general contracting experience or working at CM at Risk firmNYC DOB Licensed SuperintendentThe ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Vernon business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relationsBusiness judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processesProactive, not reactive – ability to foresee, anticipate and resolve issues before they happenExcellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful constructionAbility to guide subcontractors through proper management and coordinationJudgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of commandA strong sense of urgency and initiative, and the ability to quickly study complex issuesExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take actionExcellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to interact effectively with senior management, clients, and subcontractors / vendors, and the ability to handle and resolve conflict effectively in a firm but fair mannerApplicable licensesExcellent team development skills and leadership abilitiesStrong ability to partner with the Project Manager and staffCommitted to excellenceSelf-motivated and self-confidentCapable of dealing with ambiguity and tight work oversightThe ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processesStrong attention to detailStrong ability to partner with the Project Manager and staffCandidate must possess Vernon’s Core Values : Leadership & Teamwork, Innovation, Integrity, Quality, Relationships, SafetyExperience working for New York State and New York City agencies (DASNY, OGS, SUCF, DDC, SCA, NYCHA, NYCHH, etc.)