Construction Superintendent

Caddell Construction; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative construction firm where your expertise will shape the future of Mission Critical/Data Center projects. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist II, you'll play a crucial role in sourcing and recruiting top talent while collaborating closely with project managers and superintendents. This full-time position offers extensive travel opportunities and the chance to work on complex projects that make a real impact. With a focus on effective communication, subcontractor coordination, and a solid understanding of construction methods, you will contribute to the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients. Your career matters here, and we value the contributions of every individual.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction experience as foreman or assistant superintendent required.
• Proven track record in managing Mechanical/Electrical scopes for General Contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day work of crafts and subcontractors in the field.
• Maintain communication with engineering, quality control, and safety teams.
• Assist in resolving construction problems and maintaining owner relationships.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Subcontractor coordination

Organizational skills

Knowledge of construction methods

Safety regulations knowledge

Ability to interpret construction drawings

Education

High school diploma/GED

Four-year degree in engineering or construction management

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist II @ Caddell Construction | Sourcing, Construction Recruitment, Recruitment

Location – Central Ohio

What You Will Do

• Works closely with project superintendent and project manager, as required, in formulating, discussing, and finalizing the overall plan of operations, job layout, job schedule, etc.
• Manages the day-to-day work of crafts and subcontractors in the field, delegating work through foreman and/or subcontractor representatives.
• Maintains regular communications with engineering, quality control, and safety to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Review plans and specifications of a job, job budget, and estimates with the project manager and project superintendent to ensure that quantities, values, manpower requirements, and deliveries of various divisions of the job are understood.
• Continued involvement with schedule development and periodic logic review, personal dedication to the generation of short-term look-ahead schedules, and their implementation in the weekly subcontractor meetings conducted by the superintendent.
• Assists in preparation of plan at the beginning of the job for receiving, storing, and handling materials as required.
• Assists in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Maintains the best possible relationship with the owner. Strives to develop a spirit of cooperation and respect between Caddell and representatives of the other partners on the project.

Working Conditions – Construction setting, travel required, full-time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for long periods, lift and hold more than 50 lbs, talk, hear, and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and/or extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location.

Reporting Structure – Project Superintendent and Senior Project Manager.

What We Expect

Education / Experience – Minimum high school diploma/GED, and four years’ experience in the construction industry as foreman or assistant superintendent required. Four-year degree in engineering or construction management and four years experience preferred. Candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of successfully managing Mechanical and/or Electrical scopes of work in the Mission Critical Market for a General Contractor– including field supervision, schedule management, and working closely with and managing quality control, testing, inspections, commissioning, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Effective verbal communication skills. Effective subcontractor coordination skills are a must. Excellent organizational skills. Must have a thorough knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment. Working knowledge of safety regulations and quality guidelines. Demonstrated ability to understand and adhere to schedules. Proficient in interpreting construction drawings.

Travel – Extensive travel required. Must be able to travel nationally.

This position will work at a Mission Critical/Data Center project and is eligible for a market premium addition to the base salary.

Your career matters at Caddell. While we’re large enough to take on some of the most complex construction projects, we know that only happens with the strong contributions of each individual.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Strategy/Planning, Engineering, and Project Management

Industries: Construction