Superintendent Construction

Constructiv; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a skilled site supervisor to oversee projects, ensuring compliance with design, budget, and schedule. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of Data Center experience and an OSHA 30‑Hour Certification. Responsibilities include managing site logistics, documenting project progress, and supervising both craft employees and subcontractors. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills are essential in this dynamic role based in the United States.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30‑Hour Certification required.
• Five years of Data Center experience as a site supervisor or project engineer.
• Experience with mechanical & electrical system installation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction effort with craft employees and subcontractors.
• Document field records including 'Daily Reports' and 'Meeting Minutes'.
• Ensure all onsite personnel comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of building codes

Construction scheduling

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Job description

Responsible for supervising the construction of a project, including one or more locations and serves as the General Contractor’s representative on the job site(s) under the direction and in partnership with Construction Managers and Project Managers.

Major Responsibilities

Primary Purpose

Responsible for supervising the construction of a project, including one or more locations and serves as the General Contractor’s representative on the job site(s) under the direction and in partnership with Construction Managers and Project Managers.

Project Documentation

• Establish and comply with the requirements of the Site Startup Checklist as directed by the quality manager for technical services.
• Review and understand the project’s contract documents, including the drawings and written specifications.
• Participate in constructability reviews of the documents to understand the design intent.
• Establish site logistics, including the fulfillment of the "Site Startup Checklist".
• Document the field record of the project by recording and distributing "Daily Reports", "Meeting Minutes", and other pertinent documentation as directed by the CM/PM while maintaining the organization of these records for immediate review on the project site.

Project Site

• Supervise the construction effort (in conjunction with the Construction Manager), including craft employees and subcontractors, to ensure the project is constructed per design, budget, and schedule, including interfacing with client representatives, AE representatives, other contractors, government inspectors and others accordingly.
• Supervise onsite functions (scheduling, sequencing, engineering, material control, safety).
• Provide weekly 2‑week "Look Ahead" scheduling, communicating immediate field tasking.
• Ensure all onsite personnel comply with project site rules and regulations, Safety program requirements, document all violations, notify project management, and recommend and implement corrective actions as required.
• Evaluate and comment on subcontractors’ requests for payment.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: High School diploma
• Certification / License: OSHA 30‑Hour Certification
• Work Experience: Previous experience in construction and/or craft supervision experience in construction.
  Five (5) years of Data Center experience as a site supervisor or project engineer, including experience with the installation of mechanical & electrical system.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint as well as Adobe Reader/Acrobat.
  • In‑depth knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations, pertinent governing safety regulations, building trade terminology, and technical aspects of field specialty.
  • Knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods), craft agreements, jurisdiction, and negotiations.
  • Experience in construction scheduling and cost control.
  • Experience in preparing, maintaining, and managing all on‑site project documentation.
  • Organized, analytical self‑starter with the ability to problem solve and work independently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communications.
  • Ability to manage diverse groups and create and foster a team approach to the project.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Occasionally, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer‑based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Travel up to 80%. Requires frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, squatting, sitting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout the work shift. Require manual dexterity to operate equipment and perform manual responsibilities.