Construction Superintendent - Traveler (corrections/correctional)

White Construction; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Company provided medical insurance

Truck allowance

Cell phone allowance

401k plan including company contribu…

Job summary

White Construction is seeking a Superintendent with corrections project experience to lead complex construction efforts. You should have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field and 6+ years in similar project types.

The role involves proactive cost control, schedule oversight, QA/QC adherence, and strong client interaction. Under a VP or Senior Superintendent, you will manage subcontractors, uphold safety standards, and foster

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 6+ years' experience in similar construction project types.

Responsibilities

• Knows the plans and can predict problems before starting work.
• Understand and analyze cost of materials to control costs.
• Prepare, adjust, and adhere to a 3-week look ahead and overall project schedules.
• Commitment to quality construction and QA/QC procedures.
• Lead safety meetings and enforce safe work practices.
• Understand subcontracts and subcontractor responsibilities.
• Represent White Construction by maintaining client relationships and networking.
• Convey messages clearly and professionally, in writing and verbally.

Skills

Project knowledge

Cost management

Schedule management

Quality management

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

***Candidatesmust have corrections/correctional project experience (jail, prison, detention center, etc).

Company highlights:

• 55 years in business, the leading Austin-based GC
• Record years in 24 & 25!
• Long employee tenure
• Family-owned, mid-sized firm (you're not just a #)
• Diverse portfolio

About White Construction

White Construction's vision is to be the most sought-after provider of construction services. We take pride in our history of excellence and in maintaining meaningful relationships with our clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors alike. This family-owned construction firm takes our family values seriously as employees from different backgrounds come together with a core purpose of Building Success Together. Through our core values of Safety, Leadership, Teamwork, Trust, and Relationships, we deliver quality and exceptional service on the most complex projects with our client's goals and visions at the forefront of our operations. From healthcare facilities to corporate headquarters, retail centers to high end residential, White Construction approaches every project with remarkable attention to detail, offering our clients and partners the step-above service that has kept them coming back since 1971.

Benefit highlights:

• Bonus program
• Company provided medical insurance (no cost to employee)
• Truck allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• 401k plan including company contribution (fully vested immediately)

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of a Vice President or Senior Superintendent, your roles and responsibilities as Superintendent would encompass the following:

• Project Knowledge - Knows the plans (especially the details) better than anyone working on the project. Ability to predict problems prior to starting work.
• Cost Management - Demonstrates the ability to understand and analyze cost of materials and methods to effectively control costs and maximize profitability.
• Schedule Management - Demonstrates the ability to prepare, adjust, and adhere to a 3-week look ahead and overall project schedules. Display a sense of urgency.
• Quality Management - Demonstrates commitment to quality construction and utilizing the guidelines set forth in the WCC QA/QC program (Quality Activity List, material verification, non-conformance tracking, exterior envelope QA, photography, etc.)
• Safety Management - Exhibits an unwavering commitment to safety, including leading weekly safety meetings and taking preemptive measures to ensure safe work practices.
• Contract Knowledge - Understand subcontracts, subcontractor responsibilities, and subcontractor scope of work.
• Relationship Management - Serves as a representative for White Construction by establishing and maintaining client and peer relationships, attending industry networking events, and fostering business opportunities.
• Communication Skills - Have an ability to convey your message both verbally and in writing in a professional, intelligent, and concise manner.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 6+ years' experience in similar construction project types

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.

White Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

White Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of White Construction without a prior written or verbal search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of White Construction Company. Please, no unsolicited phone calls or emails to individuals in the organization regarding this or other openings.