Senior Construction Superintendent (Nationwide Travel)

STO Building Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) retirement plan with employer  

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

STO Building Group is seeking a Senior Superintendent to oversee daily job-site operations across projects nationwide. You will handle scheduling, procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment, and supervise direct labor on site while coordinating with subcontractors and clients to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Responsibilities include developing look-ahead schedules, mobilization planning, and enforcing safety and quality standards across multi-site environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of experience with large-scale, ground-up commercial construction projects; light industrial experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes in GC environment.
• Has a valid driver's license and is able to travel to and from the project site.
• Understands and applies building codes and other design requirements correctly and reads blueprints accurately.
• Has good understanding and knowledge of subcontractors' scopes of work and tolerances.
• Has good written and verbal communication skills.
• Has good administrative skills: monitors the progress and coordination of work activities; keeps other members of the organization informed of progress and problems.
• Has good management skills: establishes techniques to effectively and proactively monitor and supervise the work of subordinates and to follow up on the results of delegated assignments.
• Maintains integrity and professionalism; basic Spanish preferred.
• Has the ability to operate office equipment and use spreadsheets/word processing.

Responsibilities

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction based on schedules and staffing requirements.
• Interacts with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule and look-ahead milestones.
• Coordinates pre-construction meetings with Project Manager prior to mobilization.
• Directs procurement of tools and materials to conform to work schedules.
• Keeps all parties informed of construction issues and progress; coordinates with supervisors, subs, and clients.
• Works with supervisory and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances.
• Confers with engineering personnel and inspectors to resolve construction problems and improve methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure conformance to specifications and schedules.
• Manages the project based on progress reports, materials used, and costs; adjusts schedules accordingly.
• Moves personnel between projects to manage labor costs and staffing; may terminate underperforming crew members.
• Prepares the Project Management Plan in conjunction with the Project Manager.
• Ensures safety, equality, and quality policies are implemented consistently; maintains housekeeping standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem solving

Organized

Planning

Proficiency with spreadsheets and word

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

CMiC software

Job description

Job Description

This is a full-time traveling position supporting projects across the country. Please note that the posted location may not reflect the assigned project site. If a nationwide traveling role isn't the right fit, we encourage you to explore other opportunities that better match your preferences.

Job Description

This is a full-time traveling position supporting projects across the country. Please note that the posted location may not reflect the assigned project site. If a nationwide traveling role isn't the right fit, we encourage you to explore other opportunities that better match your preferences.

Summary

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of a job site, including scheduling, production, and procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment. Supervises all direct labor positions on the assigned project. Manages and oversees any contracted work on the site to ensure successful project completion.

Duties

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction, based on knowledge of available tools and equipment and various building methods.
• Interacts with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule; develops and utilizes "look ahead" schedules to assess progress and spot upcoming issues.
• Coordinates the pre-construction meeting with the Project Manager prior to mobilization.
• Directs procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules.
• Ensures all parties involved with the project are informed of construction issues and progress: (1) meets with and directs supervisory personnel engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays; (2) meets regularly with craft personnel to update them on construction issues and to gather input for solutions; (3) meets with subcontractors prior to the sub's mobilization to review scope of work and schedule; also, advises subs prior to each phase of work on schedule and phasing requirements; and (4) meets regularly with clients to update them on the project's progress.
• Works with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within the project work force.
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and/or inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and to improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that work conforms to specifications and to construction schedules.
• Manages the project based on progress reports, materials used, and costs and adjusts work schedules accordingly.
• Works with the Manager of Craft Resources to move personnel from project to project, minimizing hiring and layoffs; is responsible for crew mixes and work assignments to manage labor costs; may terminate company craft personnel not performing according to company policies, procedures, or other job requirements.
• Works in conjunction with project manager in preparing the Project Management Plan.
• Ensures that company policies, such as safety policies, equal opportunity, and others, are implemented consistently. Ensures company quality standards and housekeeping requirements are maintained.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of experience with large-scale, ground-up commercial construction projects; light industrial experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes in GC environment.
• Has a valid driver's license and is able to travel to and from the project site.
• Understands and applies building codes and other design requirements correctly and reads blueprints accurately.
• Has good understanding and knowledge of subcontractors' scopes of work and tolerances.
• Has good written and verbal communication skills: expresses ideas clearly and effectively; uses proper grammar and syntax.(Basic Spanish preferred).
• Has good administrative skills: monitors the progress and coordination of work activities; keeps other members of the organization informed of progress and problems.
• Has good management skills: establishes techniques to effectively and proactively monitor and supervise the work of subordinates and to follow up on the results of delegated assignments.
• Maintains integrity: maintains the normal standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
• Has excellent problem-solving ability: finds and uses relationships between data from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
• Is a team player: works well with other people; takes time to help co-workers, customers, subcontractors and others achieve their goals and assignments.
• Maintains good interpersonal relationships: uses tact; is sensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
• Is organized: establishes priorities and a course of action for handling multiple tasks.
• Plans effectively: establishes courses of action for self and for others; allocates resources and assigns personnel; uses time efficiently; is personally well-organized.
• Is professional: displays appropriate appearance and professional conduct; makes a good impression on others.
• Shows initiative: actively tries to influence events to achieve goals; is a self-starter, working well with minimal supervision; strives to achieve goals beyond minimal levels of performance.
• Has the ability to operate office equipment, such as fax, copier, and telephone. Can use spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Knowledge and use of CMiC preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Group Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement

Layton Construction an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential.

Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

The STO Building Group family of companies

Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

EEO Statement

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.