Project Superintendent

Catalystbuilds; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Kenosha, Wisconsin is seeking a Project Superintendent to oversee daily operations on site. You will manage jobsite security, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure compliance and safety regulations are met. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in construction management and a high school diploma. Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools is necessary. This is a full-time position involving travel and physical labor, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience within construction or trades management.
• Proficient knowledge of building products and construction details.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage jobsite security and daily operations.
• Coordinate with Project Management Team for scheduling.
• Lead inspections of construction work for quality control.

Skills

Construction management

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Procore

Blue Beam

Microsoft Project

Job description

Summary

As a Project Superintendent you are responsible for the daily operations of a construction site. Your main goal will be to achieve project milestones through planning goals, meeting deadlines, and adhering to project quality. You will also be responsible for monitoring site safety and compliance. Catalyst Construction values building lasting relationships with our clients and partners. As a Project Superintendent, you will be a front-line ambassador for our company with our clients, our partners, and the project community. This is a full-time, benefits eligible, travelling superintendent position.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage jobsite security and traffic daily recording all people, supplies, and equipment. Secure jobsite at the end of the day.
• Develop project knowledge through study of project documents (contracts, specifications, blueprints). Maintain a full set of current construction documents, as-built drawings and mark-up shop drawings.
• Coordinate with the Project Management Team to schedule in advance all construction meetings to include weekly site meetings, subcontractor meetings, mockup and preinstall meetings, inspections, client meetings, and architect/engineer meetings.
• Organize and supervise the work of subcontractors, suppliers, and other project related individuals on construction sites for efficient and safe management. Lead preconstruction meetings with all subs.
• Develop a job site layout and a site utilization plan to ensure project schedule meets timelines.
• Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure timely completion of critical path milestones. Exercise control over the rate of construction and coordinate changes in schedule with PM Team and subcontractors. Identify and inform PM Team of scheduling conflicts.
• Lead inspection of day-to-day construction work to enforce scope specifications. Responsible for daily quality control and ensuring materials and equipment are installed to manufacturers specs. Facilitate immediate correction of any deficiencies.
• Maintain job site documentation by tracking and recording subcontractor performance daily, documenting and compiling all information regarding modifications for plans, maintaining records of events and change orders, and tracking work accomplished.
• Communicate with Project Management Team regarding RFI’s, material submittals, and labor needs.
• Maintain safety and the condition of the job site by ensuring equipment is properly maintained, conducting daily safety inspections, enforcing cleanup, and ensuring subcontractors comply with applicable OSHA guidelines and Catalyst safety practices and procedures.
• Identify any non-compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards and issue notices of non-compliance to subcontractors regarding quality of work or scheduling.
• Serve as an advisor and facilitator for job related problems. Communicate with stakeholders effectively to address issues and obstacles in a timely manner.
• Direct project close out and completion with PM team. Coordinate punch list completion and transfer of warranties, guarantees, and manuals.
• Attend meetings and training assigned.
• Complete projects as assigned.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience within Construction or Trades Management
• A High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Retail and/or QSR experience preferred but not required
• Remodel/ renovation experience preferred but not required
• Proficient knowledge of building products, construction details, and all safety regulations
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and blueprints
• Ability to travel to job sites for the duration of a project.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn other software
• Intermediate knowledge of Procore, Blue Beam, and Microsoft Project.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with Owners/Clients
• Excellent organizational and planning skills necessary to perform duties
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day
• Capacity to physically lift between 50-100lbs
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to travel and visit sites in inclement weather