Project Superintendent

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLC seeks a Project Superintendent for the Knoxville, TN region. You will oversee construction document interpretation, safety, and schedule coordination with project managers and trade contractors to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires seven or more years of construction experience, a strong ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with Procore, BIM, and MS Project. Travel to sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of work experience in construction or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, contract drawings, and specifications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with focus on safety and schedule compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee interpretation of construction documents and drawings; recommend methods and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with contractual specifications and project requirements.
• Establish site safety expectations and lead safety programs with the team.
• Coordinate project logistics, sequencing, and pace with trade contractors to meet milestones.
• Authorize material, equipment, and labor purchases as approved.
• Support project team through coordination meetings and progress updates.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Procore

Microsoft Project

Excel

Outlook

BIM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Excel

Outlook

Revit / BIM

Job description

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLCJob Description:Build More with Your Career at Christman Southeast ConstructorsWith projects throughout the mid-Atlantic, Christman Southeast Constructors (CSEC) is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We’re searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. CSEC is looking for a Project Superintendent in our Knoxville, Tennessee region.What You Will Do:As Project Superintendent, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:Oversees technical interpretation of construction documents and drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment.Ensures consistency with contractual specifications and requirements for the project.Recommends or evaluates construction options and efficiencies based on review.Establishes project site expectations for safety, quality, unforeseen conditions, housekeeping, and general conduct.Responsible for project safety, including inspections, TAG’s, pre-task analysis, and interface with safety team.Ensures appropriate safety training and awareness is occurring daily.Discusses relevant safety topics with trade contractor on a weekly basis, or more frequently if needed.Addresses safety offenses immediately to clarify expectations and reinforce commitment to safety, including the recognition and correction of common work area hazards.Verifies, authorizes, and ensures the timely completion of timesheets for trade contractors as well as Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors employees, including extra work performed on a time and material basis.Plans and coordinates site logistics, including traffic patterns, equipment locations, and storage and staging. 1Partners with project manager, client, and trade contractors to develop a work plan for the project. Coordinate project team’s preparation for upcoming work through progress meeting.Plans and coordinates timely initiation, momentum, and completion of all trade contract work on the project site according to the project schedule.Establishes sequence, phasing, and pace of work requirements with trade contractor foremen to accomplish schedule milestones.Discusses quality expectations with trade foremen prior to installation (pre-bid, post-bid and pre-installation meetings).Arranges pre-installation coordination meetings for all work areas that involve overlapping work by multiple trade contractors.Authorizes purchase requisitions for materials, equipment, and labor as agreed with project management prior to project startup or for emergency situations required to keep the project and team members safe.Expected Hours of Work and Travel: Full time position. Extended hours and weekends may apply. Travel to and from the construction site is required, majority of the work will be done at the site. Most of the travel will be local, but some long distance and overnight travel may be required depending on the project.What You Will Bring to the Team:Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:Seven (7) or more years of work experience in construction or a related job field.Basic computer skills, and a basic understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Word, Procore, Building Information Model (BIM), and a firm knowledge of Microsoft Project.-or- Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, and other relevant course work, and two years of experience in a supervisory role.OSHA 30-hourAdditional Eligibility QualificationsSuccessful completion of classes or other training in construction management, project management, safety, and communications.Demonstrated interest in and ability to develop familiarity with the site requirements, tools, methods, and materials of the full range of trade divisions.Effective communicator with the ability to drive a project schedule.Must be computer literate (Procore, Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, Outlook)Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, contract drawings, and specificationsMust have the ability to manage time effectively and planKnowledge of safety guidelines and regulations, and have a good knowledge of job cost accounting practices and analysis of reportsThe Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.