Construction Site Superintendent

DC Builders; Tetonia (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Builders is seeking a Construction Superintendent to oversee project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and teams from pre-construction through completion. The role requires strong leadership, effective communication, and hands-on framing experience to ensure high-quality builds on time and within budget.

You will engage with clients and design teams, develop scopes, and manage bid processes, takeoffs, and approvals, while coordinating with project managers and field staff to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in construction management or related field.
• Willingness to travel to project locations as required.
• Ability to work irregular hours and travel long distances.
• Proficient in coordinating with all building trades.
• Demonstrated framing experience and start-to-finish construction knowledge.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
• Personable leadership style with good communication skills.
• PlanSwift software familiarity is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and basic PM tools.

Responsibilities

• Engage in preliminary client discussions to understand vision and budget.
• Develop schedules, values, and job costing from historical data.
• Expand the job costing database to improve accuracy.
• Collaborate on project scopes and bid solicitations.
• Generate quantity takeoffs for framing, siding, and hardware.
• Draft subcontractor agreements and manage subcontractor buyout.
• Oversee project budgets, permitting, and alignment with PMs.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, and trades to finalize contracts.
• Oversee internal project handoffs to construction teams.

Skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

PlanSwift

MS Office

Job description

Role Summary:

The Construction Superintendent plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating various aspects of construction projects, from initial client discussions to project completion. Responsible for managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and project teams, the Construction Superintendent ensures the successful execution of projects while maintaining high-quality standards and adherence to timelines. This role requires a blend of leadership, technical expertise, and effective communication skills to drive project success in the dynamic construction environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engage in preliminary project discussions with clients to understand their vision and budgetary constraints.
• Utilize company historical data from past projects to formulate a schedule of values, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• Expand and refine the job costing database to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate in the creation of project scopes.
• Facilitate bid solicitation processes.
• Collaborate with clients and design teams to develop comprehensive scopes suitable for subcontractor bidding and final contracts.
• Generate quantity takeoffs for various project elements including framing, siding, and hardware.
• Develop preliminary project schedules to establish timelines and milestones.
• Draft subcontractor agreements and contracts.
• Oversee the subcontractor buyout process.
• Establish and maintain subcontractor databases.
• Compile and organize pricing lists for project materials and services.
• Participate in pre-construction kickoff meetings involving subcontractors, clients, and project managers.
• Oversee the internal project handoff to the construction team.
• Manage the permitting process in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage project budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness and financial viability.
• Collaborate closely with active Project Managers to align construction project budgets effectively.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Project Management or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Willingness to work in non-traditional office settings and travel to project locations as required.
• Ability to work diligently, occasionally during irregular hours, and willingness to travel long distances.
• Proficient in coordinating and communicating effectively with all building trades.
• Demonstrated framing experience along with comprehensive start-to-finish construction knowledge.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality craftsmanship.
• Possess a personable demeanor with a firm yet friendly leadership style.
• Excellent professional communication skills with the ability to motivate staff effectively.
• Proficiency in PlanSwift Software is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and basic project management software tools.