Commercial Construction Superintendent

Catapult Solutions Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Richmond, VA is seeking a Superintendent to oversee project workflow and ensure safety and quality standards. The role requires 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, a degree in a related field, and strong leadership skills. You will work closely with subcontractors and the project manager, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Skills in Microsoft Office and relevant certifications are preferred. This full-time position offers a mid-senior level opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in commercial construction.
• Experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Direct work flow of the project on site.
• Understand and administer the safety program.
• Maintain quality standards for the project.
• Collaborate with the project manager throughout the project.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Organization

Education

Four-year degree in construction, engineering or business

OSHA 30 Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ProCore

BlueBeam

Job description

A Superintendent directs the work flow of the project on site consistent with the project schedule and safety and quality standards. The Superintendent provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The Superintendent communicates project priorities to site staff and all subcontractors, serving as the primary leader on site for the construction project.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and administering the safety program to include all subcontractors, ensuring that all accidents/incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assisting in safety inspections by outside agencies
• Maintain quality standards for all aspects of the project
• Serve as the leader for all on site safety, managing a safe jobsite for all involved
• Maintain daily log of all activities and site conditions, while managing the punch list and closeout process through owner/architect acceptance
• Work with the project manager in formulating project schedule, ensuring that the proper methods and sequence of installation are followed, making and following through with schedule commitments, and maintaining quality standards
• Maintain good working relationships with all subcontractors on the project, developing relationships within the community which enhance business opportunities, and ensuring subcontractors are treated fairly
• Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understanding subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identifying problems early and act immediately to provide solutions
• Develop and organize the site team, arranging for temporary facilities/utilities for the site, and identifying long lead items that need to be expedited
• Collaborate with the project manager and site operations team throughout the life of the project

Qualifications

• A four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
• 5+ years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
• Tenant renovations, service work, work in occupied spaces, weekend work, fast paced project experience all a plus
• Mastery of building processes and best practices
• Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results
• Project lead experience preferred. Previous experience in a superintendent or project lead experience preferred
• Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam,
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred
• Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 50lbs

Must demonstrate a strong ability to:

• Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
• Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
• Organize and manage tasks and priorities
• Demonstrate integrity consistently with core values
• Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement
• Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods
• Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
• Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Project Management

Location

Richmond, VA