Superintendent 1

Harkins Builders, Inc.; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k Plan

ESOP

Profit Sharing Program

Performance Bonus

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Mileage and Expense Reimbursement

Phone Allowance

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Harkins Builders in Trenton, NJ is seeking a Superintendent 1 to lead multifamily, government, and commercial projects. You will oversee production, safety, quality, and on-time completion through subcontractors and internal teams.

The role requires coordinating schedules, reviewing invoices, and guiding project engineers and field staff. Strong leadership, planning, and communication are essential in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressive construction experience.
• Ability to lead, coach, and train team members.
• Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, negotiation, and reporting.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret plans and contract documents.
• Ability to resolve issues with subcontractors professionally.
• Familiarity with AIA contract concepts and GMP contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage production, quality, safety, and timely project completion through subcontractors and vendors.
• Review subcontractor requisitions and invoices as designated by Lead superintendent.
• Supervise and develop project engineers, assistant Lead superintendents, trainees, and direct labor.
• Coordinate shop drawings, samples and specifications under Lead superintendent.
• Ensure safety program is enforced on site with adequate supervision.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules with monthly updates.
• Attend weekly progress meetings and distribute minutes.
• Assist with preconstruction and quality control plan implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team supervision

Communication

Planning & scheduling

Safety enforcement

Problem solving

Field coordination

Cost control awareness

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Project

Procore

Job description

Harkins Builders

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Position Title: Superintendent 1

Location: Trenton, NJ

ABOUT HARKINS

Harkins is a diversified, 100% employee owned construction management company specializing in multifamily, senior living, government, and commercial projects since 1965. As employee-owners, we are passionate about creating growth opportunities and rewarding careers for each other while building relationships and improving the lives of the people with whom we work and live. Our employee-owners receive the support they need to be successful in their careers, serve their communities, and maintain a reasonable work-life balance. Building exceptional is not just about the projects we complete, it is also about the opportunities we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we serve.

Harkins Builders is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the production, quality, safety, and timely profitable completion of assigned project through subordinates, subcontractors, and other vendors.
• Review and approve timely subcontractor requisitions and invoices as designated by the Lead superintendent in accordance with the Company's accounting procedure.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned project engineers, assistant Lead superintendents, trainees, and direct labor, creating a challenging and rewarding environment for professional and personal growth.
• Under the direction of the Lead superintendent, review, coordinate, and process timely shop drawings and samples and specification sheets.
• Ensure that the Company's safety program is enforced at a zero-tolerance level on the project site at all times, and maintain adequate staffing with appropriate Harkins supervision when any subcontractor is working.
• Ensure that the Company's Quality Control Program is enforced. Assist with developing a site-specific quality control plan based on the Company template, conducting a thorough preconstruction meeting with every subcontractor prior to the commencement of the subcontractor's work, as well as any other meetings and inspections required to implement the Company's four-phase Quality Control Plan.
• Notify Lead superintendent in a timely manner of all changes in the Contract, problems with the design, etc. to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents.
• Seek approval from supervisor prior to the start of any work considered outside the scope of the Contract Documents.
• Ensure the timely distribution of needed utilities to the project in order to maintain the production schedule and the timely completion of rough-ins and model units (if applicable) to determine the standard of quality and to mitigate potential problems.
• Maintain a working set of as-built drawings on site at all times.
• Under the guidance of the Lead superintendent, prepare project schedules that represent a logical/detailed progression of work with reasonable time frames for completion of milestones and overall completion. Update schedule at least monthly or more often as the contract requires.
• Review preconstruction checklist to ensure proper bonding, insurance certificates, signed contracts, or any specialized paperwork (SF1413 for military projects, HUD, etc.) before subcontractors commence work.
• Work with field administrators to ensure that insurance certificates and wage reports are up-to-date.
• Assist with generating, and update regularly, all site logs, including shop drawing, RFI, material control, visitor and applicant flow, TO, etc., in accordance with company policy.
• Under the guidance of the Lead superintendent, generate purchase orders for non-contracted items.
• Assist with maintaining daily reports of all site activities.
• As directed by the Lead superintendent, chair weekly progress meetings with subcontractors and prepare and distribute meeting minutes in a timely manner.
• As directed by the Lead superintendent, participate in preparing for monthly job reviews, including Lead superintendent's projections, updated schedule review, etc.
• Expedite the construction of an exterior mock-up as directed to include exterior finishes, trim, roofing, windows, air barrier, flashings, and termination details. This will be done in a cutaway section, so all details can be reviewed and approved by architect and owner.
• Provide supervisor updates on project staffing and provide input on staffing needs.
• Attend required corporate meetings, training programs, and Harkins University seminars/webinars.
• Maintain professionalism and integrity in all contacts and communications.
• Produce the highest quality project in accordance with the plans and specifications.
• Exceed client expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Cumulative total of three (3) years of progressive experience in construction.
• Firm understanding to lead, coach, and train team members; monitor their work for quality and completeness; and foster a positive work environment that encourages the personal and professional growth of all team members.
• General knowledge of estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, negotiation, field supervision, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated organizational, leadership, analytical, and communication skills necessary to organize resources, including people, materials, equipment, tools, and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and implement plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Ability to calmly and professionally resolve or elevate issues with subcontractors and other third parties in a timely manner.
• General knowledge of solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of subcontracts, including without limitations, preparation of bid and subcontract scope language.
• Ability to create baseline schedules using logic/constraints.
• Ability to use construction management software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, and other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions.
• General knowledge of AIA contract documents, and in particular cost plus GMP contracts.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Harkins Builders is an equal opportunity employer. The company is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, as well as to all its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, the company provides reasonable accommodation to any disabled applicant in connection with the employment process, as well as to its employees in connection with all aspects of their employment.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Harkins offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement. For this role, the base salary range is $60,000-$80,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life & Disability
• HSA/FSA
• 401k Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Program
• Performance Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Mileage and Expense Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Jury Duty Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Training Programs & Seminars
• Wellness Programs
• Health Fair
• Workers' Compensation
• Membership with Associated Builders & Contractors Association and other Professional Organizations
• Product Discounts with GE and other vendors
• Employee Award and Recognition Programs
• Discounts on Financial Planning
• Tower Federal Credit Union Membership

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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