Traveling General Superintendent

The Berg Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berg Group is seeking a Traveling General Superintendent in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This role involves overseeing daily commercial construction operations, managing a team of Supervisors and Foremen, and ensuring projects meet quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of related experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects. This position emphasizes safety, quality, and effective communication within the team, making it crucial for delivering projects successfully and building positive client relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven job progression from foreman to superintendent.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and blueprints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily commercial construction operations on-site.
• Manage a team of Foremen and field employees to meet production goals.
• Ensure all projects are staffed to meet project schedules.

Skills

Knowledge of core service offerings

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

10+ years of related experience in the construction field

5+ years of supervisory experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Paycom

ProCore

Job description

The Berg Group is looking for a Traveling General Superintendent to join our team! The Berg Group, a specialty contractor based in the upper Midwest for over 50 years, offers integrated solutions in pre‑construction services, interior/exterior framing, and finishes. Headquartered in Minnesota, with additional offices in Naples, Nashville, and Austin, the company has been led by dedicated professionals. If you want to learn more, please visit our About page on our Berg website at https://berggroup.us/about

Summary

The General Superintendent has multiple job site responsibilities and oversees the management of the day‑to‑day commercial construction operations (Drywall, Paint, Plaster, Acoustical Ceilings, DIRTT) performed by The Berg Group. The General Superintendent leads a team of Supervisors and Foremen (and indirectly field laborers) to safely construct and exceed production goals, set by the project team. The General Superintendent is key in bridging communication between the Project Manager and the field teams. The General Superintendent is responsible for ensuring all projects are staffed accordingly to meet the project schedule. Safety, Production, Quality, and Craftsmanship are top priorities for General Superintendents, as they deliver on core services and set The Berg Group up to continuing relationships with the client onto the next job site.

Essential Functions

Preconstruction/Estimating/Sales

• An active participant in all preconstruction meetings with assigned Foreman and Project Team.
• Sign off on all PDP for every project.
• Review site conditions before mobilization to ensure efficiency during construction and make necessary recommendations to client.
• Communicate with General Contractor(s) and other trades to develop team relationships and to ensure project schedule and production goals are met.
• Identify and resolve risks (i.e., need for lifts, tying off, etc.).
• Initial material order at pre-con when reviewing job; subsequent material orders are executed by the Foreman.
• Identify and work with the Project Manager(s) team to proactively resolve any bid production discrepancies; buy into bid productions and convey that to the Foreman.
• Educate and facilitate field teams on the creation and execution of project delivery plans.

Production/Execution

• Manages Foreman team(s) and holds them accountable to The Berg Group’s stated production goals for that project.
• Review of daily/weekly production tracking to determine if bid levels by activity are being hit.
• Keep project team(s) informed daily, as to accurate productions and other relevant field conditions observed in job walks to best manage client/general contractor relationships.
• Review work in progress, on all projects, and ensure it meets The Berg Group’s Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards.
• Weekly meeting with Project Manager(s) as it relates to job tracking, percent complete, and what scopes are complete (i.e., informs needed workforce adjustments).
• Safety and Superintendent audits are performed regularly in coordination with Safety teams’ onsite visits and follow‑ups.
• Help review and streamline all The Berg Group’s services onsite to be as efficient as possible.
• Maintains robust technology knowledge on Paycom and other tools pushed out to connect field and project management as well as hire and onboard talent.
• Champions/trains foreman team on the job, safety, technology, hiring practices, etc.

Field Management

• Multi‑site responsibility and oversight of commercial construction operations.
• Management of a Foreman team of (5‑15) and up to 150 field employees.
• Co‑manage warehouse personnel and related logistics.
• Identify, recruit, and develop future field leaders within the Berg Team.
• Mentor and encourage the growth of all employees and build morale on project sites with positive reinforcement and feedback.
• Actively oversees and coaches’ Foreman around project budget, material purchasing, and workforce planning.
• Assist Foreman in identifying best practices in job sequencing and speaks on behalf of The Berg Group to clients and general contractors as needed.
• Regularly shares accurate job site progress with Foreman; motivates them to push their teams and ultimately exceeds bid profit through visibility.
• Berg employment culture steward works to make the employment experience at Berg differentiated and meaningful for his/her team.

Strategic Vision

• Participates in the development and execution of Berg’s strategic and business plan including achievement of key objectives.
• Establish and develop relationships with employees, including the company management team, as well as external partners and stakeholders.
• Support and continuous improvement of Berg’s high‑performance culture.
• Provide visionary leadership for new ideas and approaches and humbly welcomes ideas to innovate and better Berg from all levels of the organization.

Leadership

• Develop trust and maintain a collaborative and supportive leadership presence with your Project Management team.
• Participate in and support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding efforts as appropriate to develop an exceptional regional team.
• Foster a collaborative culture that enhances employee satisfaction, engagement, and results‑orientation while encouraging innovation and creativity.
• Provide time for regular and effective 1 on 1 meetings with all direct reports.
• Coach, mentor, and collaborate with direct reports regularly.
• Establishes and achieves specific, measurable, and obtainable objectives that support Berg's overall growth and profitability objectives while creating client, employee, and company success.

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of all core service offerings: Drywall (layout – framing – hanging), Paint, Plaster, and Acoustical Ceilings. Specialty knowledge of one of Berg’s offerings is extremely helpful.
• Has proven job progression from foreman to superintendent.
• Maintains confidentiality and leadership in all aspects of the role.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, groups, and one‑on‑one situations.
• Detail‑oriented, thorough, and production/goal‑driven.
• Ability to proactively (and reactively) solve operational problems to increase production.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and blueprints.
• Keen ability to accurately articulate work direction and delegate to trusted subleaders/employees.
• Computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook, and document editing software (e.g., Paycom, PlanGrid, ProCore, iPad, PC, etc.).
• Weekly payroll responsibility for assigned region/projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in the construction field; or an equivalent mix of education and field experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Previously held foreman and/or safety officer role(s).
• Detail‑oriented, deadline/goal‑driven.
• Industry knowledge in Drywall, Steel Stud Metal Framing, Paint, or other product/service that is core to Berg's offerings.

Sedentary Work

• Involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
• Administration and recordkeeping –timecards, change orders, material delivery, truck tickets, plan review/verification, scheduling, equipment rental/return, etc.
• On‑site traffic control vehicle/equipment: monitoring, tracking, counting, directing, coordination.
• On‑going training and education at home or work location.
• On‑the‑job task and equipment training.
• In‑person and classroom safety training.
• Online safety training.
• Fire watch.
• Flagger and flagging tasks.
• Parts/materials/tools/equipment delivery and/or pickup –assisted lifting, no load/unload.
• Pump watch for dewatering operations.
• Spotter for vehicles and equipment –utility, overhead lines, backing/close maneuvering, etc.
• SWPPP observations.
• Utility damage prevention observations, ticket verification/update, locate requests, locate meets.

Travel

• Up to 20% primarily in their designated Market.
• Ability to complete regular day travel for site visits and client meetings.

The Berg Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.