General Superintendent

Shimizu North America; Lordstown (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimizu North America in Lordstown, Ohio, seeks a General Superintendent/Construction Manager to supervise all field operations on the project site. You will oversee safety, productivity, scheduling, quality workmanship, and subcontractor coordination with the Project Manager and project team.

The role requires 10+ years on-site experience, strong CSA/MEP knowledge, cast-in-place concrete expertise, and proficiency with Procore and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 15+ years related experience if HS diploma.
• Strong knowledge of CSA/MEP construction methods.
• Experience with cast-in-place concrete and shotcrete preferred.
• Familiarity with safety standards OSHA and daily site safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subcontractors and trades to meet deadlines on aggressive schedules.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and other superintendents on site activities.
• Review drawings for feasibility and constructability.
• Ensure safety compliance per OSHA and train on-site personnel.
• Prepare daily/weekly project reports and document status with photos.
• Oversee change orders, QA, and punch list processes with subs.

Skills

Site supervision

CSA/MEP methods

Cast-in-place concrete

Reading drawings

OSHA safety

Team collaboration

Education

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

High School diploma with 15+ years of related experience

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

Project site is currently TBD.
The General Superintendent/Construction Manager position will supervise assigned project activities, including overseeing all field operations, site safety, productivity, schedule, quality work, subcontractors and suppliers. The GS/CM will coordinate and work in conjunction with the Project Manager leading the project team. Specific responsibilities are:

• Monitor subcontractors and trades to meet deadlines and milestones of aggressively paced project schedules
• Must have strong background knowledge of CSA and/or MEP construction methods.
• Must have experience with large scale cast-in-place concrete projects.
• Must work closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other superintendents
• Review construction drawings and shop drawings for job feasibility
• Ensure adherence to strict safety standards ensuring Subcontractors are properly trained and knowledgeable with OSHA and safety related areas
• Completion of daily and weekly Project Reports
• Responsible for daily reporting in construction management software
• Document status of project with digital photographs daily
• Must be able to properly receive purchased materials
• Prepare change orders as required
• Responsible for QA and punch list generation with Subcontractors

Requirements

• Ability to effectively use a computer and required software (Procore, Microsoft Office, MS Project)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local building codes and safety laws
• Knowledge of permitting, review and inspection process
• Ability to monitor and respond to multiple scopes of work occurring simultaneously
• Ability to forecast scheduling challenges and present possible solutions
• Ability to complete all assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to be alert to all that is taking place on the job site.
• Ability to show truthfulness and honesty in all situations.
• Ability to be decisive and to recognize key factors and provide input to make difficult decisions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience as an on-site Superintendent/Construction Manager; experience with above listed responsibilities.
• Knowledge of construction trades with focus on sitework, concrete, steel, MEP, and interior finishes.
• Experience with cast in place concrete and shotcrete is strongly preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company’s auto insurance policy. DMV checks performed annually.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field is preferred. Minimum requirement is a High School diploma, with 15+ years of related experience.