HCAI Superintendent (LA & OC)

Howard-Building-Corporation; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Building Corporation seeks an experienced HCAI Superintendent for active healthcare construction in Costa Mesa, CA. You will lead on-site operations, ensure infection control, safety, and uninterrupted facility activities while coordinating with hospital staff and regulators.

Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, ensuring MOPs, coordinating with MEP systems, documenting progress, and maintaining compliance with California safety standards throughout all project phases.

Qualifications

• Five+ years as a HCAI Superintendent or similar role.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering plans.
• Knowledge of healthcare infection control and hospital operations.
• Familiar with MOPs, TIO process, and regulatory documentation.
• Experience coordinating with regulators and inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Post notices and conduct safety meetings per CAL-OSHA rules.
• Coordinate subcontractors and client vendors on site.
• Interpret plans and coordinate layout with teams.
• Manage on-site inspections by authorities having jurisdiction.
• Maintain detailed daily logs of manpower, changes, and delays.
• Ensure proper PPE use and adherence to SOPs and codes.
• Communicate project needs to managers and support staff.
• Oversee inspections and ensure document accuracy (shop drawings).
• Lead weekly foremen meetings and client meetings.

Skills

Communication

Reading plans

Project coordination

OSHA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Bluebeam

BIM

MS Project

Job description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

HBC is seeking a HCAI Superintendent. Must possess extensive healthcare construction experience and a strong understanding of HCAI requirements, hospital operations, infection control protocols, and patient-centered construction practices. Capable of successfully delivering projects in active healthcare environments while maintaining safety, compliance, and uninterrupted facility operations.

The Project Superintendent is HBC's first-line manager and representative, responsible for professionally representing the company, its policies, practices, products, and managerial effectiveness to clients, subcontractors, and the public every day. He or she is responsible for the conduct, completion, and quality of all work put in place on each project. This is an exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

HCAI-SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• In-depth understanding of mission-critical activities within active hospitals and medical outpatient buildings, with the ability to maintain facility operations while construction activities are underway.
• Experienced in preparing and implementing Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for work impacting critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the TIO process and all applicable inspection and documentation requirements.
• Understanding of medical imaging equipment installations, including shielding requirements and electrical coordination.
• Basic knowledge of medical gas system installations and applicable code and regulatory requirements.
• Thorough understanding of infection control practices, including the implementation of Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) measures and management of dust-generating activities within infection control barriers.
• Strong communication skills with hospital staff, end users, and stakeholders, with a clear understanding of maintaining a positive patient experience during construction activities.
• Experience working on HCAI 1 and HCAI 3 projects and coordinating with regulatory agencies and inspection teams.
• Knowledge of healthcare facility seismic anchorage requirements and compliance standards.

ROUTINE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Post required notices according to State and CAL-OSHA rules and conduct safety meetings prior to the commencement of work.
2. Document present building conditions with attention to existing damage prior to the commencement of work.
3. Communicate scheduling and access requirements to clients and building managers.
4. Interpret plans and specs to coordinate layout with subcontractors.
5. Schedule and coordinate the work of subcontractors and client vendors.
6. Work with landlord representatives, including operating engineers, to coordinate work involving landlord vendors and base building systems.
7. Work with project designers and engineers to achieve layout and mock-up approvals.
8. Coordinate material deliveries and maintain jobsite order and organization.
9. Ensure the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment, tools, and power as required by HBC Standard Operating Procedures and policies, State and CAL-OSHA regulations.
10. Ensure the maintenance of fully stocked first aid kits and emergency evacuation plans along with injury and illness prevention plans on site.
11. Maintain accurate daily logs accounting for all present manpower, scheduling needs, phone calls, inspections, approvals, visitors, deliveries, change requests, delays, and accidents or near misses, accounting for all on-site project operations each day.
12. Continuously communicate ongoing project needs and schedule updates to Project Managers and support staff to best coordinate staff efforts.
13. Manage subcontractor requests for changes and extra work, coordinate with Project Managers for prior approval, and track time and material costs as appropriate.
14. Schedule and track the time of non-exempt HBC field personnel as required, including AssistantSuperintendents and Laborers.
15. Continuously inspect the work of subcontractors to ensure spec conformance and quality control.
16. Manage on-site inspections with City, Public Works, Health Dept., and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction as required by the project documents and applicable codes.
17. Ensure the accuracy of subcontractor documents on site including project Bulletins, and approved shop drawings and material submittals required to put work in place.
18. Hold weekly on-site foremen's meetings with all present subcontractors to coordinate work.
19. Attend weekly client meetings to ensure communication of project status and relevant needs.
20. Coordinate day-two and punchlist work to guarantee project completion and client satisfaction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR EQUIVALENTS

1. At least five (5) years of experience as a HCAI Superintendent. Ten plus (10+) years experience preferred.
2. High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree or relevant certification preferred.
3. Ability to read and thoroughly understand architectural and engineered plans, details, and specifications.
4. Trade-specific knowledge of carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and finishes sufficient to guarantee proper conformance with architectural and engineered design requirements.
5. Full understanding of building codes, OSHA requirements, injury and illness prevention plans, subcontracts, project schedules, submittals, RFIs and similar documents is a must.
6. Working knowledge of Procore, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Bluebeam required. Experience with BIM, MS Project, and similar softwares preferred.
7. OSHA-30, first aid, and CPR certifications preferred.

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