Project Superintendent II

kbebuilding; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Paternal/Maternal Leave

Vacation, sick, and personal time

Medical and Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

KBE Building Corporation in Farmington, Connecticut is seeking a Superintendent to oversee construction projects ensuring quality control and contract compliance. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in the construction industry and demonstrated ability to manage project schedules effectively.

Responsibilities include supervising workers, communicating with clients and subcontractors, and ensuring safety regulations are adhered to. The position offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction industry experience in the role of Superintendent.
• Proficient in scheduling and supervising construction projects.
• Familiar with multiple project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct construction activities to ensure contract conformance.
• Maintain jobsite documentation and ensure safety compliance.
• Conduct safety meetings and oversee subcontractor operations.

Skills

Construction supervision

Project scheduling

Safety regulations compliance

Effective communication

Education

2+ years in construction industry

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Benefits

Work‑Life Balance:

• Paid Paternal/Maternal Leave
• Vacation, sick, and personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays

Health and Wellness:

• Medical and Dental Insurance (Premium cost sharing between the company and employee)
• Health Incentive Insurance Discount Employee assistance program
• Vision Care (100% company paid)

Corporate Culture:

• Annual Company Meetings, Company Fun Events, & holiday parties
• Quarterly Employee Photo Contests with prizes!
• Company swag! Mugs, Clothing, Backpacks, and more
• Employee Work Anniversary Recognition
• Corporate Commitment to Philanthropy – https://kbefoundation.org/ and company-sponsored charitable events
• KBEYOU‑ Focusing on our company growth with career development and training

Compensation:

• Competitive Salaries
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Corporate Contributions toward Monthly Student Loan Repayment
• Reimbursement for select gym and fitness memberships
• Tuition Reimbursement for Work‑Related Education
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Structured Bonus Program

Position Summary

Supervises and directs activities of workers concerned with construction of buildings or other construction projects to ensure conformance with contract documents and quality control by performing the following duties personally or with the effective organization of work through subordinate subcontractors/supervisors.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Set up, maintain, and close field office and ensure that the project is secure at all times;
• Thorough understanding of plans and specifications to plan procedures for each phase of construction;
• Identify potential issues in the plans and specs (i.e., items with long lead times, etc.) and alert the Project Manager;
• Fully understands the financial implications of decision making, bumps in schedule;
• Perform project start up and ensure project layout is accurate;
• Assist with the development of project schedules for specific scopes of work and identifies issues/provide solutions;
• Participate in weekly team meetings;
• Verify that mock‑ups match the specs and are approved before any material is installed;
• Ensure work‑in‑place is installed per plans and specs and QC is adhered to the standards of the construction industry;
• Work with PM to ensure that 3 week look‑ahead is up‑to‑date, provide input;
• Submit, monitor and update 3 week look‑ahead schedule with on‑site staff and subcontractors weekly;
• Conduct weekly Subcontractor/ Foreman meetings;
• Maintain Subcontractor Badging Program daily;
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure that all safety regulations are followed by the company and subcontractor crews;
• Collect safety meeting attendance sheets from subcontractors;
• Conduct and document pre‑installation conferences;
• Create, review submittals (identify compliance/specifications) and maintain the project submittal log with the project engineer;
• Maintain a rolling punchlist weekly and complete punchlist and close‑out in a timely fashion;
• Maintain a project closeout checklist leading up to CofO;
• Maintain all jobsite documentation: ensure all subs provide proof of insurance and review status for expiration dates, complete all daily reports and logs, review subcontractor invoices and provide documentation and backup for resolution of subcontractor claims;
• Works with PM weekly regarding Subcontractor P.L.O. issues;
• Commit to subcontractor’s/KBE for the proper back‑up for PCO or deduct change orders;
• Maintain as‑built drawings on‑site weekly;
• Use of Backcharge notifications and log;
• Use of safety notifications and log;
• Communicate effectively with all necessary individuals, including keeping the team well informed of all potential jobsite issues;
• Foster good relationships with subcontractors, architects and owners with an eye towards obtaining the next project;
• Maintain required company safety recertification/training;
• May be expected to coach/mentor other project superintendents and provide training, as needed.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction industry experience in the role of Superintendent;
• Capable of handling most project types/delivery methods/phased and non‑phased projects;
• Experienced and competent in supervising projects in at least two out of the following eight markets (Retail, Apartments/condos, Higher Education, Healthcare/Medical, Senior Living, K‑through‑12 Schools, Federal, Mixed Use);
• Experienced and competent in supervising projects utilizing at least two of the following five structural systems (Structural steel, Wood framing or timber framing, Cast‑in‑place concrete, Cold‑formed metal framing);
• Experienced and competent in supervising projects utilizing two of the following three delivery methods (General contractor – lump sum contract, Construction Management as Constructor – Guaranteed Maximum Price contract, Design Build – Lump Sum or GMP Contract);
• Successfully completed in the role of the Lead Superintendent at least one project with a construction value over $5 million;
• Proficient in the use of software programs such as MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, etc.) and other jobsite technology;
• NOTE: Some project travel may be required.

KBE Building Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

KBE is a VEVRAA Compliant Federal Contractor.