Senior Superintendent - Healthcare

BNBuilders; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 173,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, vision, and dental insurance

Company-paid disability plans

401(k) matching contributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid parental leave

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Senior Superintendent to manage field operations in Seattle. This leader will supervise all on-site personnel, including Superintendents and Laborers, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of industry experience, relevant certifications, and strong leadership skills. This role is office and job site-based, emphasizing a collaborative work environment that fosters safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of industry experience.
• Familiarity with hospital infrastructure systems.
• Experience on large hospitals or acute care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage field labor force including Superintendents and Foremen.
• Assist in total construction effort supervision.
• Conduct quality inspections and coordinate testing.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Degree in Construction Management

OSHA Certification

First Aid/CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Collaborative people. Progressive builders. Consistently recognized as a best workplace, and for our commitment to safety, sustainability, and community partnerships, BNBuilders hires the very best in the construction industry and strives to create an environment that encourages innovation, responsibility, and client satisfaction. If you are looking to be a part of an open, supportive team and receive exciting challenges that promote personal and professional growth, look no further than BNBuilders!

Job Summary

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for managing all field operations on the project assigned in order to achieve timely and profitable completion of work. The Senior Superintendent directly supervises Superintendents, Foremen, and Laborers/Craft workers. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

SALARY RANGE: $173,000.00 - $268,000.00 annually

BENEFITS: Dependent upon union status.

• Group medical, vision, and dental insurance, including a choice of two benefit plans - a PPO plan and a High Deductible/ Health Savings Account plan with company contribution to HSA.
• Company-paid short and long-term disability plans, group life insurance, and AD&D plans.
• Untracked/unmeasured vacation.
• Sick leave accrued at 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with an annual carryover of 80 hours.
• 9 paid holidays each year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company profitability and your manager's assessment of your performance.
• A 401(k) savings plan under which BNB matches the first 3 percent of your deferral with a 100% match and the next two percent with a 50% match for a total matching contribution of 4% of your pay. You are immediately 100% vested in all contributions (including BNB match). We provide both traditional (pre-tax) and Roth (post-tax) contribution options.
• We are proud to be an employee-owned company. This means you get an ownership stake in BNB through a benefit called an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). It\'s 100% company-funded and is invested in BNBuilders stock. You can participate in this long-term plan after you complete 1 year of service (with at least 1,000 hours).
• Vehicle/Vehicle allowance, fuel card, and toll pass.

Responsibilities

• Direct on-site supervision of field labor force including Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, and other construction related personnel.
• Assist Sr. Project Manager in the supervision and responsibility of the total construction effort in accordance with design, budget, quality, and schedule.
• Assist with providing technical assistance (interpretation of drawings, recommendation of construction methods and equipment, etc.) as required, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection.
• Inspect contractor or subcontract operations to ensure compliance with contract.
• Review and approve trade contractor payment applications with Project Manager.
• Maintain good relationships with internal and external clients, including representatives of Owner, Architect/Engineer and partners.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Sr. Project Manager.
• Develop quality assurance & controls; conduct quality inspections.
• Coordinate site testing and inspection efforts.
• Monitor costs, including labor time and material.
• Communicate and enforce safety and health management program.
• Demonstrate commitment to an injury-free environment through own actions and mentoring others.
• Manage schedules, including preparation of detailed short-term schedules and ensuring all activities take place on or ahead of scheduled dates.
• Prepare and submit Superintendents daily reports to document weather and field conditions, trade and subcontractor manpower, progress and conditions impacting the project, as well as accident reports, quality reports, etc.
• Conduct subcontractor meetings.
• Attend and participate in project meetings.
• Provide training and education to support field Superintendents and Engineers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field preferred.
• OSHA Certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Minimum 8 years of industry experience.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of project management software programs.
• Broad understanding of industry.
• Familiarity with requirements of drawings and specifications and with terms and conditions of project contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good math/accounting skills.
• Strong management skills.
• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Functions effectively as part of a team.
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Delegates work appropriately.
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Experience having worked on multiple existing large hospitals or acute care facilities.
• ICRA certification.
• Familiarity with hospital infrastructure systems.
• Prior involvement in complex, high‑value healthcare builds (approximately $150M and above) is highly beneficial.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Capable of traversing over construction-type terrain when under development; moving through the construction site and the materials in place for use on the site; climbing ladders and temporary stairways; conducting visual inspections of quality of construction and materials being used in construction. Conduct jobsite walks to ensure successful project completion. Conduct jobsite walks to identify and eliminate safety hazards.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. BNB believes in collaboration, team-building, and a strong supervisor/employee relationship. To accomplish this, the duties of this role are not performed in a remote capacity, and we expect that all employees will complete work in an office/job site setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the job site. The noise level in the work environment and job site can be loud.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNB, diversity, equity, and inclusion are the driving forces in which our culture is built. We recognize that our unique and vast differences bring a richness to our lives and work environment. This fosters stronger and more meaningful relationships within our company and the communities in which we serve. Our mission is to strive to provide an environment that is respectful, safe, fair, and inclusive, so that we can be stronger, wiser, and better together.

Note: BNBuilders retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.