Project Superintendent

Tusco, Inc.; Cottondale (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Career development classes

Career development

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading perimeter security solutions company in Alabama is seeking a Project Superintendent to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. Responsibilities include coordinating with crews, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining production goals. Competitive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to travel 100% of the time.
• Certified to operate construction-related equipment.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand construction plans.
• OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR certifications must be current.
• Experience with perimeter security projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and specifications.
• Coordinate with Project Manager on budgets and schedules.
• Develop and maintain detailed work schedules with three-week lookahead plans.
• Monitor budgets, daily production, and report variances in real time.
• Prepare Daily Reports, timecards, JSAs, and other required docs.
• Coordinate procurement and timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, drawings, specs, and regulations.
• Attend project meetings and communicate updates to clients.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Problem-solving skills

Ability to coordinate diverse teams

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Background checks clearance

Education

Minimum of 5-10 years of supervisory experience in construction

OSHA 30 certification

Current First Aid and CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Job description

When you join Tusco, you not only become a member of one of the most respected perimeter security solutions teams, but you also become a member of the Tusco family. If you are motivated to achieve success with a rapidly growing security solutions leader, Tusco is interested in you!

Tusco has become an award-winning organization through PERFORMANCE excellence, shared EXPERIENCE, a positive ATTITUDE, and trusting RELATIONSHIPS which define our Core Values. If you feel you align with these attributes, let’s talk!

We are currently seeking: Project Superintendent

The Project Superintendent is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from start to finish. This role ensures that projects are completed safely, on time, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and specifications. The Project Superintendent will work in a partnership role with the Crew Superintendents as the primary onsite leaders, coordinating field operations, coordinating with stakeholders, and overseeing all administrative and operational aspects of the project.

Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with Project Manager on schedule, production, budget tracking, and weekly work activities.
• Supervise onsite crews working in multiple areas simultaneously.
• Coordinate and schedule work activities of tradespeople, professionals, and laborers.
• Enforce safety procedures and site rules, conduct safety and quality control meetings and inspections.
• Address safety violations and operational deficiencies promptly.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work with Project Manager to develop and maintain detailed work schedules, including three-week lookahead plans.
• Work with Project Manager to monitor project budgets, provide updates on daily production, and report variances in real time.
• Monitor and track production goals daily and provide updates to the Project Manager. Identify when production goals aren’t being achieved and work with the QAQC Team and Crew Superintendent to overcome issues that allow for production goals to be met in alignment with the approved contract schedule.
• Track daily tasks, site conditions, and identify current issues, delays, and document these items in daily reports and emails.
• Thoroughly prepare and submit Daily Reports, including the tracking of timecards and requests for time off, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Toolbox Safety Meeting Checklists, and other required documentation.
• Coordinate procurement and timely delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, including drawings, specifications, submittals, and regulations.
• Daily coordination with Project Manager to ensure open and transparent collaboration and communication.
• Attend all required project-specific meetings as required and be knowledgeable about on-site conditions, schedule, and coordination efforts to update clients during these meetings.
• Attend weekly scheduled Project Superintendent teams meeting with QC.
• Provide regular progress updates to internal teams, general contractors, and clients.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, architects, engineers, government officials, and subcontractors to determine project needs and resolve issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for field-related inquiries and decisions.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Willingness and ability to travel 100% of the time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.
• Capable of coordinating diverse teams and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and plans.
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks to access worksite locations.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5-10 years of proven experience in supervising construction projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Procore, and other related software.
• Previous experience with perimeter security, force protection, fencing, or barricades (preferred).
• OSHA 30 certification (or equivalent); current First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Certified to operate construction-related equipment such as skid steers, telehandlers (lulls), fork lift, and man lifts.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site in all types of weather.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at times.

What we offer

Tusco employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), career development classes, paid time off, and many more benefits.

About Tusco, Inc.

Established in 1974, Tusco, Inc. has become one of the nation’s leading and most respected perimeter security solutions contractors, providing sales and installation of crash-rated fencing and gates, wedge barriers, bollards, drop arms, structured cabling, video surveillance, and access control systems. Tusco also provides services in systems integration and perimeter security site assessments and consulting.

Our performance history includes job locations that span from West coast to East coast as well as select international sites where we have provided state-of-the-art perimeter security solutions to clients such as government agencies, including the FBI, DEA, and EPA, military bases, data centers, state capitol and federal buildings, universities, industrial facilities, spectator sports venues, office complexes, multifamily unit developments, churches, schools, and many others.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.