General Superintendent

J.F. Brennan Company Inc.; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) with generous matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit-sharing program

Job summary

A family-owned construction firm in North Kingstown seeks a General Superintendent to coordinate multiple construction projects. The role involves overseeing personnel, resources, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in construction and strong project management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software is essential. The position requires extensive travel (50-60 hours/week expected) and offers a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction, concrete, or marine industry.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field personnel needs and staffing across multiple projects.
• Oversee resource allocation and support hiring efforts.
• Ensure projects are organized and meeting safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to read construction drawings

Organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

HCSS HeavyJob

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Overview

The General Superintendent plays a critical leadership role in coordinating multiple construction projects across geographic regions to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency at a world-class level. This role serves as a key liaison between superintendents, engineers, and project managers, while overseeing personnel, resources, and inter-project operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field personnel needs and staffing across multiple projects
• Oversee resource allocation, including equipment, tools, and materials
• Support hiring efforts, onboarding, and workforce training
• Maintain relationships with union halls and attend pre-construction meetings
• Ensure projects are organized, properly staffed, and meeting safety standards
• Manage equipment logistics, including rentals, trucking, and inventory tracking
• Monitor project schedules, costs, and performance to meet or exceed targets
• Troubleshoot construction challenges and implement solutions
• Drive adherence to planning processes and company procedures
• Conduct safety meetings and enforce safety compliance
• Evaluate field personnel performance and recommend improvements
• Support subcontractor qualification and coordination
• Communicate regularly with leadership and project teams
• Foster strong morale among teams, subcontractors, and partners
• Ensure client satisfaction and alignment with company objectives

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 10+ years of experience in construction, concrete, or marine industry
• Strong knowledge of project management systems (scheduling, cost control, estimating)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Experience with HCSS HeavyJob and HeavyBid preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel extensively (50-60 hours/week expected)

About Brennan

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a 100-year-old, family-owned company that specializes in water-based environmental remediation and marine construction headquartered in La Crosse, WI that offers our employees growth, challenging work, empowerment, and meaningful work. Brennan is known for tackling complex maritime projects, providing unique solutions through teamwork and collaboration, and maintaining a family-orientated culture.

Why choose us?

• We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work, and recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplace in Construction.
• Our culture sets us apart. We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.
• Our focus on safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.
• We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above-average compensation.
• We offer an industry-leading benefits package. We provide group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit-sharing program.

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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