Commercial Superintendent

Wfn---the-Mcdonnel-Grou; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The McDonnel Group in the Greater New Orleans region is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Superintendent to lead on-site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and uphold safety and quality on projects.

You will manage preconstruction site surveys, establish layouts and logistics, track daily reports, and work with architects, engineers, and the Project Manager to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Five plus years of experience as a Superintendent on large commercial projects, including multifamily and wood-frame builds.
• Current OSHA-30 certification or ability to obtain within first 30 days.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations applicable to construction sites.
• Proficient in MS Office; able to manage pre-construction and field operations.
• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction activities and field leadership.
• Coordinate subcontractors and manage mobilization plans.
• Ensure safety programs and OSHA standards are enforced.
• Oversee site logistics, deliveries, and concrete pours.
• Capture daily site reports and progress photos.
• Coordinate with architect/engineer for inspections.

Education

OSHA-30 Certification

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

*This position is for a Commercial Construction Superintendent based in the Greater New Orleans Region.*

The McDonnel Group is a values-driving organization that invests in our team members through generous benefits, competitive compensation, and ongoing professional development. Everything we do supports the work done in the field. Our Superintendents are our field leaders, managing all aspects of on-site construction. We are looking for experienced, hands‑on Superintendents with a passion for building, an eye for detail, and the internal drive to succeed and lead others.

Essential Job Functions

Safety

• Must place the utmost importance on safety for TMG employees and subcontractors
• Reads, understands, applies, and communicates TMG safety standards, per the Field Operations Playbook and Safety Policy
• Applies and enforces OSHA standards at all times, with no exceptions.

Preconstruction

• Complete Preconstruction Site Survey
• Accompany design team and engineers during site visits
• Ensure security of the existing building and operations when any participant leaves the site
• Prepare preliminary site logistics plan, including lifting and circulation requirements, staging and laydown, access, and egress, etc.

Construction

• Subcontractor coordination
• Review/approve subcontractor’s mobilization plan
• Coordination of TMG field personnel
• Order material and/or equipment as may be required. Verify material orders over $500.00 with the VPFO and Project Manager. Equipment rentals to be verified with VPFO.
• Coordination of deliveries and hoisting
• Verify all embedded items on site in ample time so as not to delay concrete pours
• Establish and maintain project controls (Layout).
• Coordinate with architect/engineer/local authorities for required inspections
• Coordination with utility companies for service to the site.
• Jobsite cleanup, hold subs accountable for the same.
• Notify Project Manager when back‑charges are required, including extra work tickets.
• Order and Maintain jobsite signage with VPFO.
• Jobsite Photos
  • Progress photos on monthly basis (all sides of the building, interior, exterior).
  • Photograph re‑steel prior to concrete pours
  • Damage by subcontractors
  • Damage, debris in storm drainage, etc. by contractors on adjoining projects
  • Any other noteworthy conditions
• Implement jobsite safety program
  • Monitor subcontractors safety programs
• Verify all MSDS sheets are on site
• Concrete pour notifications. Fill out notification form or forward necessary information to Project Administrator for distribution
• Advise Project Manager of weather delays for notification to architect/owner, include detail information in daily reports.

Meetings

• Weekly subcontractor coordination meetings, lead the meeting and note taking. Project Admin to distribute minutes
• Weekly safety meetings, must include sign in sheets
• Attend Project Manager’s weekly coordination meetings with Architect/Owner

Quality Control

• Attend Project Manager’s weekly coordination meetings with Architect/Owner
• Attend all pre‑con and pre‑installation meetings
• Verify most recent shop drawings, documents are being used for field use
• Monitor work of subcontractors for conformance with project requirements
• Attempt to resolve non‑conforming items with subcontractor
• Notify Project Manager of any problems that cannot be resolved in field

Reporting

• Collect daily reports from subcontractors. Inform Project Manager if problems persist in obtaining daily reports from subcontractor’s field personnel
• Generate TMG daily reports
• Report all subcontractor’s manpower
• Report all material and equipment deliveries
• Note any project delays
• Notify subcontractor and Project Manager of subcontractor delays
• Maintain log of all tools and equipment on site
• Forward timesheets weekly for all field personnel to Project Manager, HR and VPFO
• Properly assign cost codes to time
• Provide required information to assist Project Manager with the following:
  • Regular schedule updates. Track accurate start and finish dates by activity on a weekly basis
  • Labor projections. Communicate labor projections weekly with Project Manager
  • Monthly subcontractor pay applications, review with Project Manager
  • Notify Project Manager with proper documentation of any related backcharge from Subs or delays
  • Review scope of work prior to instructing a Sub to perform a scope that may not be in their contract
  • Superintendent has “no” authority to approve or proceed with extra work without first having Project Manager approval of the work
  • Do not proceed on any Owner extras without written approval from the Project Manager
• Timely notification of potential cost overruns to Project Manager
• Work closely with Project Manager to develop strategies to reduce/eliminate potential overruns and/or increase job profit
• Believes fully in safety culture; reinforces safe practices daily
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to function effectively in a support role
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
• Good judgment, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to make logical decisions
• Ability to plan, organize, review and document wide range of project activities with good follow-through
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage deadline‑driven workload

Education/Experience

• Five plus years of experience as a Superintendent on a large commercial construction project, including multifamily, wood‑frame/stick‑build projects
• Previous experience and knowledge of construction worksite safety practices and procedures
• Must hold current OSHA‑30 certification or be able to obtain within first 30 days
• Previous experience and knowledge of OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards
• PC proficiency in MS Office products, spreadsheet, and databases
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre‑employment criminal, driving and drug screen
• Must possess a current and valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties the employee is regularly required to make use of close vision to read engineering blueprints and reduced size black and white drawings, specifications, fine print, reports, schedules, estimates, spreadsheets, summaries and

other documents in either hard copy or computer monitor. Must be able to converse on the telephone and in person, use hands and fingers to write and type, prepare email messages with attached files, and use personal computers and calculators. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to conditions that include weather such as heat and/or humidity and cold, fumes or airborne particles, exposure to dust and asphalt, and moving mechanical parts. There may be occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Conditions can also include risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. The noise level in the work environment can often be loud.

The Superintendent is regularly required to:

• Walk, climb stairs, sit, stand, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Talk and listen at normal levels.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Use hands and fingers to operate tools and other business machines.
• Lift and/or move up to seventy‑five pounds.

EEO Statement

The McDonnel Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmentive Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources.