General Superintendent

J Davis Construction; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

Job summary

J. Davis Construction is seeking a Superintendent to lead the General Construction Team across industrial, commercial, and government projects in the southeastern U.S. The role requires coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring safety and quality within budgets.

Strong communication and blueprint-reading skills are essential. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial or industrial construction, a bachelor’s degree in construction science & management

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication aligned with team values.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction science & management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client satisfaction on assigned project(s).
• Participate in project reviews with Preconstruction Team.
• Attend turnover meetings from Preconstruction to Project Team.
• Develop and finalize the Project Execution Plan with the Project Manager.
• Develop site logistics plan with the Project Manager.
• Create and maintain the Project Schedule and recovery plans.
• Ensure site safety and quality requirements are followed.
• Review RFIs before submission to Design/Owner for response.
• Comment on submittals and design information as needed.
• Lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.

Skills

MS Office

Project management software

Blueprint reading

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction science & management

Tools

Construction project management software

Job description

J. Davis Construction a family-owned organization providing a full-service general contractor with an unlimited class license. We service the upstate of South Carolina, Northeast Georgia and Western North Carolina. With four divisions and three offices in the coastal and upstate regions of South Carolina, we are proud to offer superior services to the southeastern United States

The General Construction Division is focused on being the premier general contractor in our service area. We pursue projects in the following sectors: Industrial, Amenities/Community, Higher Education/K-12, Commercial and Governmental.

Now, with a wealth of resources and the goal of better serving our clients, we are passionate about people, eager to build, and thrilled for what the future holds. Join our team and be a part of something amazing.

The position of Superintendent is an integral part of the General Construction Team and is responsible for keeping production levels up on their projects while maintaining project schedule and deadlines as stipulated by the executed contract. This person will work closely with the assigned project team to establish the direction of each project, manage and coordinate the subcontractor’s performance, and ensure a safety and quality project is delivered on time and within budget.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for Maintaining Client Satisfaction on Assigned Project(s)
• Participates in Project Reviews with Preconstruction Team on Assigned Project(s)
• Participates in Project Turnover Meetings, from Preconstruction Team to Project Team
• Responsible for Development of the Project Execution Plan (with Project Manager)
• Responsible for the Development of the Site Logistics Plan (with Project Manager)
• Responsible for the Development and Finalizing of the Project Schedule (with Project Manager)
• Responsible for Maintaining Project Schedule and Developing Recovery Plans to Meet Commitment Dates (with Project Manager)
• Accountable for Enforcing and Maintaining the Site-Specific Safety & Quality Requirements
• Responsible for Reviewing all Requests for Information prior to Project Manager Submitting to Design and Owner for response
• Accountable for reviewing and providing comments for Product or Detailed Design Information Submittals prior to the Submitting to Design and Owner for approval
• Responsible to Lead and Document Weekly Subcontractor Coordination Meetings
• Responsible for Maintaining Project Budget and Assisting Project Manager with Managing any Budget Overruns
• Accountable for Adherence to Contract Terms and Conditions as Defined in the Executed Contract
• Responsible for Regular Project Photos and Daily Reports are being Completed in Procore
• Responsible for Maintaining Open Communications and being Main Point of Contact for Owner and Subcontractors as it relates to the Construction Portion of the Project(s)
• Accountable for Communicating and Documenting Project Constraints, Impacts, Delays to Project Manager
• Responsible for Timely Owner and Subcontractor Change Management for all Project Change Events and Ensure all Documentation is in place before Proceeding with the Changed Scope (With Project Manager)
• Accountable for Managing Subcontractors to their Scope of Work
• Responsible for Coordinating and Attending Required Inspections with AHJ
• Accountable for Issuing Non-Conformance Reports to Subcontractors who are providing Deficient Work
• Responsible in Maintaining a Clean Project at all times
• Responsible to Identify and Manage the Completion of all Punch List Items in Timely Fashion
• Participate in Generating Monthly Progress and Executive Summary Reports
• Participate in Generating Weekly Project Update Reports (with Project Manager)

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of MS Office applications
• Familiarity with construction project management software is a plus, but not required
• Able to read blueprints
• Advanced knowledge of commercial and industrial construction
• Ability to identify deficient work and provide a resolution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills that align with core values
• 5+ Years of experience in commercial or industrial construction
• Bachelor’s degree in construction science & management or related field is preferred
• Employer-paid benefits package options, including medical, dental, and vision