Superintendent

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is looking for a Project Superintendent in St. Louis, Missouri. This key field-leadership role involves overseeing construction activities, managing labor forces, and collaborating with the Project Manager to ensure project success and safety.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in complex building projects, strong leadership in safety processes, and a proven track record in coordinating trades effectively. Join us in delivering quality construction!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of building experience on complex commercial or healthcare projects.
• Previous Superintendent experience is essential.
• Must have knowledge of construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction on the project in the field.
• Assist Project Manager in various development processes.
• Provide leadership in quality and safety processes.

Skills

Building experience

Directing and coordinating trades

Knowledge of construction principles

Experience with Project Management

Self-perform background

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Superintendent is a critical field‑leadership position and is foundational to our projects’ success and safety. The Project Superintendent will oversee construction on the project in the field, leading field foremen and ensuring the successful completion of trade work. The Superintendent will also work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely and quality completion of the construction process.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in development of Chart of Accounts
• Assist in development of detailed CPM Schedule
• Assist in development of Detailed Scope of Work
• Develop a project site logistics plan
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents
• Manage McCarthy’s labor force to achieve optimum performance
• Review and understand material budgets and negotiate purchase orders
• Review and understand equipment budgets and negotiate rental rates
• Monitor project costs and identify areas for improvement
• Provide leadership in quality process
• Provide leadership in the safety and accident prevention programs
• Document daily construction activities
• Chair weekly subcontractor coordination meetings
• Issue and maintain short‑term and CPM schedules
• Assist Project Engineers in Shop Drawing and Submittal process
• Verify that As‑Built drawings are kept current

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of building experience on highly complex and related commercial, healthcare, industrial, or related construction projects
• Previous Superintendent experience directing and coordinating trades
• Knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Previous experience working with Project Management team for successful completion of projects
• Self‑perform background preferred

McCarthy is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.