SPO Traveling Senior Superintendent - Drywall

Turner Construction Company; United States; On-site; USD 165,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a Superintendent to lead drywall and general trades projects in the United States. You will oversee a team of SPO Forepersons and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and project schedules.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in commercial construction, strong technical knowledge of interior systems, and leadership abilities. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience as Superintendent for specialty scopes of work.
• Thorough understanding of commercial construction processes.
• In-depth technical knowledge of interior systems and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Self‑Perform Operations (SPO) staff and subcontractors on drywall and trades projects.
• Develop and integrate overall SPO work schedules to maintain productivity.
• Monitor installed quantities and report progress in meetings.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Safety regulations understanding

Technical knowledge of interior systems

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Position Description

Plan, forecast, lead, direct and coordinate work of Self‑Perform Operations (SPO) staff, subcontractors and suppliers on large or complex drywall and general trades projects. Oversee implementation of planned work for adherence to contracted scope for safety, schedule sequence, quality of work performed, and production planning and tracking. Supervise Trade labor in drywall or other areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team of Self‑Perform Operations (SPO) Forepersons and Superintendents on large or complex drywall and general Trades projects
• Develop and implement overall SPO work schedules and integrate into project schedule to facilitate, monitor, and maintain team productivity. Anticipate and identify critical path items and constraints impacting schedules to enable consistent and productive work progress.
• Establish production requirements with Trades Foreperson and measure results weekly, oversee progress to promote coordinated project operations, and adjust work practices and crew assignments, to boost production where possible.
• Monitor and report installed quantities and percentage of completion for SPO tasks. Lead team in production meetings for progress and status.
• Manage hiring and termination decisions related to Trade labor, maintaining communication of decisions with General Superintendent and Trades Manager.
• Develop relationships with various labor sources to identify qualified labor to fulfill project staffing needs.
• Develop and manage jobsite safety program in collaboration with EH&S team to support SPO team members to comply with standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Lead development and communication of site‑specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) for use in field.
• Resolve local area problems related to procedures, precedence, design clarifications, adequate labor, and equipment schedule.
• Supervise and develop Trade Forepersons; provide constructive development feedback and contribute or completing performance appraisals.
• Investigate, communicate, and resolve field issues with Owners, Owner’s Representatives, Architects, and/or Engineers.
• Manage monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices, and subcontractor payment applications.
• Manage installation of work in compliance with approved contract documents.
• Monitor and confirm accuracy of take‑off work and manage procurement of materials.
• Assist with bid work to review productivity and approach for implementing work.
• Perform constructability reviews and analyze drawings to identify specified components that may cause construction constraints to be resolved.
• Utilize lean construction methods such as Last Planner System (LPS) for proactive scheduling.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience performing as Superintendent for specialty scopes of work (e.g., framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, specialty ceilings, delegated design cold‑formed metal framing, doors, frames, hardware)
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field of study, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Thorough understanding of commercial construction
• Experience managing work as a specialty contractor focusing on interior systems (e.g., framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings)
• In‑depth technical knowledge of interior systems and the tools and equipment required by this trade
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of general and subcontract documents, drawings, specifications, construction means, methods, and materials, understanding of line and grade, and survey methods
• Thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, and accounting principles
• Able to create and manage schedules that allow for consistent and productive crew
• Extensive knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and project Safety programs
• Proficient knowledge of building codes and compliance regulations
• Leadership experience to make decisions, direct, and build teams
• Diplomatic approach to problem solving, apply active listening to completely understand target audience needs, develop targeted solutions

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performance of the required duties requires physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee performs work on‑site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off‑site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Salary

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 165,000.00 – 215,000.00 USD annualized.

Benefits

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft protection, life insurance, and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. In addition to our extensive benefits offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end‑of‑year appreciation pay.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer – race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. For reasonable accommodations, please click here.