Construction Superintendent

White River Junction, VT
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
JOB DESCRIPTION
Updated: 11/11/2021
Position TitleSuperintendent
Reports To:Project Manager/Sr. Project Managers
 
Position Summary
This position manages on-site coordination for all phases of the projects, including coordinating subcontractors, material, and equipment, ensuring that drawings & specifications are being strictly followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.  Superintendent is responsible for scheduling, inspections, quality control, and job site safety.
Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
  • Lead the direction of the jobsite
  • Schedule subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely completion of projects
  • Responsible for managing carpenters, laborers, and sometimes others on jobsites, as well as participating in employee feedback and evaluations
  • Perform quality control responsibilities regarding the work being performed
  • Ensure subcontractor is fully executing and complying with the contracted scope of work.
  • Continuous communication with the project team (Owner, A/E, Subcontractors) regarding schedules as well as any critical issues that need to be resolved
  • Keep all construction documents up to date, check dimensions and details between changes, document changes and discussions, review shop drawings and as-builts
  • Keep a weekly schedule and develop an ongoing 3 to 4 week look ahead schedule
  • Keep subcontractors on track and on time – reach out to subcontractors to make them aware of when they need to be onsite and confirming their delivery timeframes for materials
  • Quality Control – Develop punch lists prior to subcontractors completing their work and leave the project to ensure the work is per drawings and specifications and done in a good workmanship manner.
  • Document & record all safety issues, hold a weekly safety meeting
  • Cost control surrounding material schedule and T&M slips, keeping within scope of budget
  • Submit daily reports regarding invoices and tool rental
  • Write daily reports on Procore
  • Maintain timesheets for employees on the jobsite
  • Classifying vendor invoices related to the job
  • Cross train others as much as possible, increase knowledge regarding MEP
  • Perform Superintendent duties at multiple job sites, simultaneously
  • Perform conflict resolution between subcontractors and vendors
  • Manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs, meet commitments
  • Maintain a positive attitude, bringing the team closer together to accomplish the work.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position will supervise all subcontractors, vendors, laborers, and carpenters on a daily basis to ensure adequate manpower is available for each task and compliant work is performed.
Hiring Requirements/Preferences
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of verifiable experience on a commercial construction site
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as 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
  • Proficiency in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Proficient with Procore. HH2 software experience preferred.
  • Proficient at reading blueprints
  • Detail oriented
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
  • Self-starter
 
Other Duties

Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

H.P. Cummings is an AA/EOE
Estimate of Physical Requirements

Position Title:  Superintendent
 
PHYSICAL EFFORTRARELY
(15%)		OCCASIONAL
(15% - 40%)
 		FREQUENT
(40% - 70%)		CONTINUOUS
(Over 70%)
Lifting under 40 lbs.X
Lifting over 40 lbs.X
Dusty EnvironmentX
Using Oil or Chemicals*X
StandingX
Climbing LaddersX
Climbing StairsX
Sedentary Work**X
Outside WorkX
Precision Type WorkX
TypingX
Computer InputX
StoopingX
DrivingX
WalkingX
Answering PhoneX
BendingX
Reaching/Pulling/PushingX
Acuity, Far – Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.X
Acuity, Near – Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.X
Depth Perception – Three-dimensional vision.  Ability to judge distance and space relationships.X
Field of Vision – Area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while fixed on a point.X
Accommodation – Adjustment of eye to bring object into sharp focus- Important for near point work.X
Color Vision – Ability to identify and distinguish colors.X

Special Comments:  Salary range $85,000 to $120,000

 
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