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Goebel Mitts Construction

Overland Park (KS)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Company Vehicle / Vehicle Stipend

Company Phone Plan

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Annual Company Incentive Retreat

Job summary

Goebel Mitts Construction, headquartered in Overland Park, KS, seeks a hands-on Superintendent to oversee field execution, ensure safety, and maintain project timelines and budgets. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, liaise with owners and subcontractors, and uphold our high standards for quality and communication.

The role requires strong problem-solving, organization, and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to work extended hours as projects demand.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a commercial construction setting as a superintendent preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must read and understand plans, specifications, drawings and schedules.

Responsibilities

Review job specs and blueprints to determine construction requirements and communicate to the team.
Coordinate material and equipment needs and delivery across project phases.
Communicate project schedule to subcontractors and manage daily labor levels.
Perform regular quality inspections and coordinate corrections with subcontractors.
Monitor subcontractor performance and provide feedback on quality and timeliness.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma/GED

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Plan reading

Scheduling software

Job description

Headquartered in Overland Park, KS, Goebel Mitts Construction is a full-service construction firm offering preconstruction, construction, design-build, general contracting, consulting and construction management services. We’re drawn to construction by the lasting legacy we create with each project we undertake. The product of our work lives on for years after our efforts have completed, and represents a significant source of pride and sense of accomplishment. Built Different. We believe construction projects should be enjoyable and should create value for all involved. Trust is the core of successful relationships, and we're only as strong as our word. Transparent communication, collaboration, proactive planning and problem solving are in our DNA. We achieve more working together. Frankly, we give a damn – about our clients, our employees, our subcontractor partners, and our reputation for quality. We’re not your typical general contractor.

Position

The Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the execution of all project work in the field to achieve schedule, quality and budget goals. The Superintendent supervises field schedule and logistics while ensuring successful completion of all subcontractor work. The Superintendent (on the field side) works closely with the Project Manager (on the office side) to ensure work quality is consistently monitored, site personnel uphold required safety procedures, issues are reported and resolved quickly and efficiently, and project timelines are maintained. The Superintendent is responsible for developing and maintaining a positive company reputation with the client and community.

This hands-on position is best suited for an individual who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty and has unrelenting high standards for the quality of the work they oversee. The Superintendent must take pride in their work and will be required to problem-solve on the fly, without significant oversight or direction. They should possess the interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and build rapport with both owners / clients as well as specific subcontractors and tradesmen.

Schedule

Monday - Fri (possible weekends)

Time

7:00am - 4:00pm (varies by project need)

Must be flexible for extended hours / on-call

Qualifications

Minimum (5) years’ experience in a commercial construction setting as a superintendent preferred
High School diploma/GED, or equivalent work experience in a superintendent role
Must be proficient in reading and understanding plans, specifications, drawings and project schedules
Basic knowledge of project management and scheduling software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Valid driver’s license
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

Organized: able to set and manage priorities, schedules and personnel / resources effectively
Detail-oriented: regularly sweats the small stuff; “good enough” is never good enough
Maintain high standards: ensure jobsite cleanliness, manage external perception and appearance of subcontractors
Achievement-oriented: setting and hitting goals is a part of daily life; We reward results rather than effort or time commitment
High stress tolerant: can perform well under pressure, multitask and achieve deadlines
Proud: Take pride in the quality of the work we oversee, the results we delivery and the reputation we command
Possess high integrity: is honest, loyal and consistently follows through on commitments
Dependable: adheres to commitments consistently; your word is unbreakable
Adaptable: is flexible and able to change direction as needed
Independent/self-starting: enjoys working with little to no direction
Innovative: is able to solve functional and interpersonal problems in unconventional ways
Hardworking: we stay until the job is complete; there is no clock where we punch in or out
Hands-on: need to be comfortable using tools and completing basic carpentry as well as other miscellaneous tasks on a jobsite, as necessary.
Professionally balanced: maintain a professional presentation with owners / clients while being communicative and relatable with subcontractors and industry vendors.
Comfortable in fluid company structure: ability to excel independently without significant structure and position regiment
Fluent with basic technology: require daily interaction with email, MS office, tablets, etc.
Fun-loving: Is comfortable in a work-hard / play-hard culture where wins are fiercely earned and fiercely celebrated.

Responsibilities

Review job specifications and blueprints to determine construction requirements and communicate this information to all relevant parties assigned to the job site
Understand material and equipment needs for a project and coordinate their delivery at each phase of the project
Communicate the project schedule to the selected subcontractors to ensure they understand deadlines and when they should be onsite. Oversee daily labor levels and adjust as dictated by schedule.
Conduct regular quality inspections of trade work, determine that installations are per job specifications, and partner with subcontractors to make corrections when necessary
Consistently monitor subcontractor performance and provide feedback regarding their ability to execute high-quality, timely work product
Proactively monitor projects to ensure that subcontractors have adequate material and manpower onsite to keep the project in line with financial, operational and scheduling requirements
Resolve/diffuse worksite issues quickly and effectively in order to keep production on track
Proactively schedule and be present for all City inspections throughout the project to ensure they are passed the first time or implement a plan to get the deficiencies corrected immediately
Read change orders and ensure they are worked into the execution of the project in an efficient manner to minimize cost and schedule impacts on the overall project
Ensure job sites are kept clean and organized through all phases of construction
Make recommendations and offer solutions that improve production effectiveness and safety
Monitor compliance with safety training requirements for the job site, participate in safety inspections, and ensure all safety guidelines are being followed on the job site
Produce and retain field reports and documentation (i.e. project schedule and cost reports, delay reports, work logs)
Produce regular short-term schedule narratives (two-week lookahead) adjust as needed for compliance with the overall project schedule and publish electronically
Facilitate weekly jobsite meetings and participate in client meetings to report project progress and resolve outstanding production issues

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