Hospital Construction Superintendent: On-Site Lead

Wesely Thomas, Inc.; California; Sur place; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wesely Thomas, Inc. in Los Angeles seeks a Hospital Construction Superintendent to oversee on-site hospital project activities, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence while following contract documents and healthcare regulations.

You will coordinate subcontractors, read and interpret plans, develop schedules, and maintain strong communication with the Project Manager and hospital stakeholders to sustain momentum and quality. Travel to LA-area sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience managing hospital construction projects is essential.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, RFIs, and submittals.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilités

• Supervise all on-site construction activities for hospital projects in the LA area.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Enforce safety policies and hospital safety and infection-control requirements.
• Conduct daily site inspections to ensure work is safe and compliant with plans.
• Read, interpret, and implement drawings, specs, RFIs, submittals, and documents.
• Communicate progress, risks, and changes with the Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Maintain positive relationships with hospital staff, inspectors, and engineers.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and approvals with authorities and hospital reps.
• Identify and resolve field issues promptly to minimize delays.
• Prepare daily reports on manpower, work progress, weather, and safety observations.
• Monitor material deliveries and storage for correct installation.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, healthcare regulations, and contract terms.
• Manage closeout activities including punch lists and turnover docs.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Scheduling

Safety programs

Outils

Microsoft Office

Construction PM software

Description du poste

Job Description

Job Description

The Hospital Construction Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all on-site construction activities for hospital facility projects throughout the Los Angeles area. This position ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents, hospital requirements, and applicable HCAI codes. The Superintendent serves as the primary field representative, coordinating subcontractors, communicating with project stakeholders, and maintaining a productive, safe work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all on-site construction activities for hospital renovation and new construction projects.
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to project schedules.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules to meet milestones and completion dates.
• Enforce all company safety policies, HCAI regulations, and hospital-specific safety and infection control requirements.
• Conduct daily site inspections to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Read, interpret, and implement construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project documents.
• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding project progress, schedule, budget, quality, and potential issues.
• Maintain positive working relationships with hospital administrators, facility staff, inspectors, architects, engineers, and owners.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and approvals with local authorities and healthcare facility representatives.
• Identify and resolve field issues proactively to minimize delays and maintain project momentum.
• Prepare daily reports documenting manpower, work completed, weather conditions, safety observations, and project progress.
• Monitor material deliveries and ensure proper storage and installation.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable building codes, healthcare regulations, and contract requirements.
• Manage project closeout activities, including punch lists, final inspections, and turnover documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Construction Superintendent, on hospital construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, sequencing, and project management principles.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Working knowledge of HCAI safety regulations and healthcare construction standards, including ICRA procedures.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain project schedules in an active healthcare environment.
• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Los Angeles area.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk construction sites for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders, navigate uneven terrain, and work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while on-site.

Work Environment

This position is primarily based on active hospital construction sites throughout the Los Angeles area. Work may involve occupied healthcare facilities where maintaining safety, cleanliness, infection control, and minimizing disruption to hospital operations are critical.