Superintendent

Balfour Beatty US; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is looking for a Superintendent to oversee education and municipal projects in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience, especially in K-12 and higher education projects. Responsibilities include managing construction activities, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining project schedules. Competitive benefits like medical insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and tuition assistance are offered. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering quality and safety in construction.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of experience with at least 3 years in a Superintendent role.
• Proficient in using project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple activities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage field activities and supervise subcontractors.
• Review and update progress and cost reports.
• Participate in preconstruction planning and budgeting.
• Promote safety and quality control at the job site.

Skills

Team coordination

Project management

Communication skills

Safety management

Education

B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Balfour Beatty Construction is seeking a Superintendent to join our education/municipal team in Dallas, TX. Experience with K‑12, higher education and/or municipal construction projects is required. The Superintendent manages designated field activities and supervises subcontractors and employees to ensure projects are built on time, within budget, and in accordance with Balfour Beatty Construction’s policies, procedures and vision.

Essential Functions

Project Financial Responsibilities

• Reviews and updates progress and cost reports, schedules, and requirements for completion on a regular basis to support and assist the Project Manager/Senior Superintendent.

Preconstruction Services

• Participates in preconstruction planning, when possible, regarding the project schedule and budget. Reviews project estimates and cost control system at the beginning of the project.

Project Start‑up and Scheduling

• Understands project specifications, the contract, and the contract’s general conditions, and confirms that all materials and subcontract work comply with contract documents and quality specifications.
• Ensures all materials are properly tested according to specifications, and records test results.

Project Administration, Operations and Close‑out

• Directs and coordinates subcontractor and Balfour Beatty Construction field personnel in designated areas of expertise.
• Assists the Senior Superintendent in communicating consistent expectations and direction with subcontractors and employees regarding schedules, construction methods, company policies and procedures, permits, safety, quality control and other performance standards.
• Collaborates with the Senior Superintendent to ensure project site and company assets are secure; maintains a safe and respectful working environment by implementing safety, EEO, risk management, training and quality control programs.
• Attends weekly project progress meetings with all subcontractor representatives and understands the upcoming week’s work to be accomplished.
• Assists Senior Superintendent in ensuring the project closeout process is finalized to settle all financial obligations, demobilize resources, and transition the project to the customer.

Promote Customer Relations

• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meet or exceed the customer’s expectations.

Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

• Promotes the Creed. Communicates vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices.
• Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior.
• Participates in personal career development by attending operations training programs and takes direct accountability for training and developing direct reports.
• Supports community, client and subcontractor relations and events to enhance the company’s image and build relationships.
• Builds and stretches people and self by providing challenging assignments, achievable and motivational development plans, and ongoing actionable and candid feedback that help employees achieve career goals.
• Acts in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining a constant focus on meeting or exceeding customer requirements and expectations.

Working Conditions

• The majority of work is completed on job sites in an office trailer or an existing structure. When outside the office trailer or structure, employees must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company’s safety policies and weather conditions.
• The project team and/or team member may need to move to other geographic locations, if necessary.
• This position involves working nights and weekends, along with the possibility of overnight travel for weeks at a time.

Education, Experience and Knowledge

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• 4 to 7 years of experience with at least 3 of those years in a Superintendent role.
• Makes decisions under tight deadlines.
• Organizes people, tools, and equipment and plans/ manages multiple activities to accomplish desired results.
• Exhibits commitment to quality by evaluating project‑related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting or exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
• Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).

Preferred Experience

• K‑12, higher education and/or municipal construction experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.