Project Superintendent

Building Crafts, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company located in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Project Superintendent with experience in water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will manage construction from start to finish, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Responsibilities include supervising skilled crews, maintaining client relationships, and enforcing safety protocols. Applicants should have strong technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and familiarity with Microsoft Office. This role demands on-site monitoring and the ability to adapt to various physical conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience as Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent in relevant construction projects.
• Solid technical background with hands-on experience.
• Strong communication skills for client and internal interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance.
• Coordinate daily jobsite tasks and oversee project phases.
• Enforce safety guidelines and conduct safety meetings.

Skills

Construction management

Technical problem-solving

Client communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Experience in water and wastewater construction

Formal education in construction management or equivalent experience

Job description

Summary of Position

This position is on the jobsite that manages and coordinates the construction of a single project in the water and wastewater treatment industry. Project Superintendents must have a background in water and wastewater construction, concentrating on excavations, underground piping, concrete forming of all kinds, and process equipment. The Project Superintendent will supervise the skilled trade crews and subcontractors. Project Superintendents are skilled at getting the best out of the people and projects that they manage. They thrive on planning projects and working with project teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Work effectively with the project manager to manage construction projects
• Report and elevate problems to the management team as needed
• Maintain amicable relationships with the clients, all team members, subcontractors, and material suppliers
• Analyze specifications and drawings to plan for construction including start/completion times and staffing requirements
• Schedule and oversee each phase of construction from start to finish; coordinate daily jobsite work tasks and inspections
• Plan and implement concrete construction tasks using various formwork
• Manage installation of various equipment installations
• Plan and manage complicated piping installations and excavations
• Responsible for reporting on job progress, safety inspections, wage classification, workplace injury, and disciplinary actions
• Oversee equipment maintenance and complete maintenance logs
• Ensure all labor and materials are received in a timely manner based on production and installation lead times; order and coordinate delivery/pick-up of all materials required
• Perform constant on-site monitoring and quality control function; manage and resolve punch lists and prevent potential issues and problems
• Attend manager meetings relevant to site development
• Possess and maintain thorough knowledge of SDS and OSHA requirements; implement OSHA guidelines and programs; enforce established safety guidelines and promote a safe workplace; conduct regular safety meetings with workers
• Oversee general job and employee scheduling while working closely with labor coordinator
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience as acting Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent on water and wastewater construction projects or similar civil projects.
• Educational background, preferably in the field of construction management. In lieu of a formal education background, possess the equivalent experience of working thru the ranks of journeyman to Foreman to Superintendent.
• Solid technical background, with understanding, problem-solving, and hands-on experience.
• Excellent client and internal communication skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Prolonged periods of standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to safely work with sharp tools and/or power equipment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and terrains.
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Building Crafts, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.