Construction Superintendent

Balfour Beatty plc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader seeks a qualified candidate to join their dynamic team in Fort Lauderdale. In this role, you will work closely with the Project Manager and field management to ensure project success through effective planning, coordination, and execution. Your responsibilities will include reviewing project specifications, managing budgets, and facilitating communication among various stakeholders to maintain a safe and productive work environment. This innovative firm is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and offers a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the construction industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction project management or related field.
• Strong understanding of project specifications and contract compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review and update project progress, cost reports, and schedules.
• Facilitate weekly project progress and safety meetings.

Skills

Construction Project Management

Cost Analysis

Scheduling

Safety Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

Procore

Oracle Primavera P6

JD Edwards

BlueBeam

Job description

As an industry leader, Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus

Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC is seeking a qualified candidate to work closely with the Project Manager and field management to:

1. Review and update progress and cost reports, schedules, and requirements for completion.
2. Assist in the development and management of project’s general conditions, construction schedule, project planning and phasing, and buyout strategy during preconstruction.
3. Assist in preconstruction planning regarding the project schedule and budget and review project estimates and cost control systems at the beginning of the project.
4. Understand project specifications, the contract, and the contract’s general conditions, confirming that all materials and subcontract work comply with contract documents and quality specifications.
5. Advise the project team on appropriate changes in methods, materials schedules, and procedures, ensuring all materials are properly tested according to specifications and that all test results are recorded.
6. Ensure that project site and company assets are secure, communicating individual safety roles, responsibilities, and expectations to clients, Operations staff, subcontractors, vendors, and the public to maintain a safe and respectful working environment.
7. Review and approve all bills for materials and subcontractor requisitions, confirming extra charges from subcontractors/suppliers and ensuring work is correctly executed.
8. Finalize the project closeout process to settle all financial obligations, demobilizing resources, and transitioning the project to the client.
9. Facilitate weekly project progress and safety meetings with subcontractor representatives and coordinate the upcoming week’s work.
10. Coordinate Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection trades (MEPF) and document all startup, Technical Activities Board (TAB), and commissioning activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, and four years of experience in construction project management, commercial construction, as a construction superintendent, as a project engineer, or experience in a related field.
• Experience with managing pre-construction operations, including cost analysis, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• Experience with project management/cost/contract management software programs, including Procore, Oracle Primavera P6, JD Edwards, and BlueBeam.

About us:

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn, and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes, and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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