Commercial/Industrial Construction Superintendent - Traveling Position

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Superintendent to oversee all site activities and ensure successful project completion. The role requires extensive supervisory experience and a strong understanding of commercial project management, including safety practices. The position demands 100% travel, working in a cyclical schedule of 4-6 weeks on and 1 week off, promising a dynamic work environment with comprehensive benefits including insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Eligible for discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience supervising ground-up commercial projects from $5M+.
• In-depth knowledge of construction management and safety.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises all construction site activities.
• Promotes job site safety and oversees subcontractors.
• Maintains project schedules and quality standards.

Skills

Construction job-site management

Safety practices

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

The Superintendent coordinates all site construction activities and supervises all field personnel as required to successfully complete the project on schedule and within budget. This includes maintaining the highest quality work while supervising all subcontractors, trade and field personnel. The Superintendent is responsible for all on-site activities including safety of personnel and security of materials.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES 100% TRAVEL 4-6 weeks on/1 week off

Requirements:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises assistant superintendents, field labor, subcontractors and trade and field personnel
• Coordinates and supervises all construction activities.
• Directs all field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specifications.
• Maintains construction schedule, identifies, and solves problems.
• Order materials and schedules inspections as necessary throughout the process.
• Understands the project plans and specifications.
• Maintains positive relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and other employees.
• Prepares, schedules, and supervises all project work; closes out projects.
• Promotes job site safety, encourages safe work practices, and rectifies job site hazards immediately.
• Ensures all employees and contractors are adhering to the company safety policy.
• Maintains an organized job site, including the field office.
• Demonstrates strong leadership characteristics.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• In-depth knowledge of construction job-site management.
• Considerable knowledge of the construction industry and safety practices.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Displays strong written and oral communication skills and employs effective listening skills.
• Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and costs.
• Tactful and mature demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities.
• MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH SUPERVISING GROUND-UP COMMERCIAL PROJECTS FROM $5M+

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible for discretionary bonuses