General Superintendent

Manhattan Construction Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Professional development and programs

Community project work

Security and stability

Multiple U.S. office locations

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Group in Atlanta is seeking a General Superintendent to lead the construction process and safely deliver complex projects. You will act as an ambassador of the Manhattan brand, ensuring clients, users, and the local community are proud of the development.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, 15 years of industry experience, and strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 15 years of industry experience.
• Experience in healthcare, laboratories, and sports sectors preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk management across multiple projects.
• Develop remedies for cost overruns and schedule slips.
• Ensure safety programs are implemented and followed.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Provide direction to project teams and attend meetings.
• Contribute to PreCon/Estimating phases.
• Maintain client satisfaction and brand ambassadors.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Team leadership

Time management

Decision making

MS Office

Large projects

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related

Job description

General Superintendent

Position Summary

The General Superintendent leads the construction process and maximizes the teams’ potential to safely deliver a successful project. The General Superintendent, as an extension to the Operations Manager, will act as an ambassador of the Manhattan brand who ensures clients, users, and the local community are proud of and satisfied with the development of our projects. Responsible for ensuring safety, schedule delivery, quality of work performed, and adherence to budget of multiple projects. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills and strong communication and client service skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership.
• Professional development and leadership programs.
• To work on exciting projects for your community.
• Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
• More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage construction risks on assigned projects.
• Develop and implement remedies to address cost overruns or schedule slippages on assigned projects.
• Assist with the implementation and interpretation of Company safety programs on assigned projects.
• Deliver a quality project that meets the client's agreed specifications to time and budget.
• Ensure the appropriate project reporting is completed within the agreed timeframe and provide clear direction to the project team.
• Ensure project schedule is built per company policies and ensure all activities take place on or ahead of scheduled dates.
• Take part in the review of bid schedules and General Conditions estimates on assigned projects.
• Attend and participate in project meetings, including subcontractor meetings on assigned projects.
• Assists with PreCon/Estimating phase of the project on those projects assigned.
• Attend project status report reviewing on assigned projects.
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Manhattan Way Responsibilities

• Safety, Health and Environmental
• Client Focus
• Risk Management
• Change Management
• Quality Management
• Project Closeout

Job Skills & Abilities Guidelines

• Track record of working on large construction projects
• Experience with risk management and claim resolution
• Broad understanding of industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Functions effectively as a leader of a team
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities
• Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis.
• 15 years of industry experience.
• Experience in healthcare, laboratories, and sports sectors preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

• You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
• Ability to repeat the same movements.
• Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
• Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).
• Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.