Construction Superintendent

Rockford

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 140,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match
Healthcare plans
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
On-site health and wellness activities
Volunteer time off

Job summary

Rockford in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a Superintendent to oversee field operations on assigned projects, ensuring timely and profitable completion.

You will supervise labor, trade contractors, engineers, and craft workers, lead safety and collaboration, and mentor team members for professional growth.

The role requires a CM degree or equivalent experience, OSHA training, First Aid/CPR, and strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on client service.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience.
  • Experience managing residential and commercial construction projects.
  • Experience leading construction projects and coordinating trades.
  • Ability to read blueprints and complex plans.
  • OSHA training and First Aid/CPR certifications.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and client service skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all field operations on assigned projects to ensure timely, profitable completion.
  • Directly supervise field labor, contractors, engineers and craft workers.
  • Lead safety, teamwork, and quality initiatives across the project.
  • Mentor and develop team members to support growth and career advancement.

Skills

Leadership
Project Management
Communication
Problem Solving
Team Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore
MS Project
CSI format

Job description

Home Office Location: Detroit, Michigan

Position Classification: Full-time Regular

About This Opportunity

Are you looking to utilize your years of experience in the construction industry? Look no further! Rockford is currently searching for a Superintendent to oversee our dynamic projects.

The Superintendent position at Rockford will manage all field operations on the project(s) assigned in order to achieve timely and profitable completion. Our Superintendents directly supervise processes and field labor force, including but not limited to laborers, trade contractors, field engineers, and craft workers. As a Superintendent you must be a strong leader, communicator, and advocate for team collaboration, safety, and innovation, and must have the ability to lead, manage, cultivate and mentor team members to promote their professional growth. This position must demonstrate organizational and time management skills, as well as have robust communication and client service skills.

If you are looking to work at a progressive and innovative construction company that knows how to take care of their field staff,

Requirements
  • Bachelors in Construction Management or years of equivalent experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of managing residential and commercial projects
  • Been the lead or played a part in managing construction projects
  • Must have demonstrated the ability to manage logistical and mentally complex jobs
  • Certifications in First Aid/CPR.
  • OSHA training.
  • Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, memos, blueprints and floor plans
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization
Bonus Skills & Experience:
  • Experience in leading large scale education projects
  • Procore experience
  • MS Project training/certification
  • Knowledge of CSI format
Benefits

Rockford offers competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off including, continued learning and training opportunities, on-site health and wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, and access to industry-leading technology. Team members are also provided opportunities to help shape their community for future generations through volunteer time off and opportunities for involvement with local organizations.

Who We Are

At Rockford, we're not just in the business of creating buildings - we're creating neighborhoods, businesses and communities and we're looking for people who are ready to make an impact. Rockford is a nationally recognized construction, development, and property management provider ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top 200 contractors in the nation. With regional offices in the Midwest and Southeast, we've built projects totaling more than $5 billion in varying scope and size, serving education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-unit, mixed-use, senior living, manufacturing and industrial clients. We're delivering forward-thinking ideas with an approach that's built on safety, teamwork and a dedication to quality. Rockford respects and values the characteristics, talents, and perspectives that make each person unique. We believe that by bringing diverse individuals together, in an inclusive manner we can more effectively collaborate, innovate, and solve the problems that face our world. We are committed to creating and fostering a team, partners, and strategies that reflect this purpose.

Type of Environment

This position's work environment may expose the individual to hazards typically found on construction sites. Potential physical hazards include noise, the presence of moving vehicles, challenging atmospheric conditions, confined spaces, uneven surfaces, and elevated areas. The individual may also encounter outdoor environmental conditions (weather) where protective measures may not be feasible. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times while outside the job trailer. Additionally, the work environment for this role may involve occasional visits to the corporate office and job site trailer, with physical demands necessitating the ability to sit for extended periods.

Rockford is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.

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