Superintendent | Data Center

Balfour Beatty US; Umatilla (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is seeking a Superintendent for Hermiston/Umatilla, OR. You will lead field operations, coordinate subcontractors, and own safety implementation on site. The role partners with the project manager to manage budget, timelines, and adherence to company policies.

The position supervises field staff, mentors junior personnel, and participates in preconstruction, scheduling, and closeout activities to ensure project success and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of construction field experience.
• At least 5 years in a supervisory role and strong leadership abilities.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills; customer focus and teamwork.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations and coordinate subcontractors’ work on site.
• Ensure safety programs (Zero Harm) are implemented and followed.
• Assist project manager in budget development and cost control.
• Lead field personnel supervision and mentorship of assistants.
• Participate in preconstruction planning, scheduling, and buyout strategies.
• Monitor progress, approve bills, and facilitate safety and progress meetings.
• Keep owners and architects informed of project status and changes.
• Support customer relations and opportunities through effective communication.

Skills

Construction supervision

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our 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!

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Superintendent in Hermiston/Umatilla, OR. This role is responsible for all field operations, including the coordination of subcontractors' work. Responsible for all field activities associated with the project, including ultimate responsibility for implementation of Safety/Zero Harm program for the jobsite, supervision of all field construction work by subcontractors and self-performed work. Shares responsibility with the project manager for developing the project budget, actively participating in the preconstruction phase, and ensuring that the project is built on time, within budget, and according to company policies and procedures. Manages and mentors assistant superintendents and other field personnel. 30 hours of OSHA training once every four years, or maintain STS certification.

Project Financial Responsibilities

• Helps the project manager review and update progress and cost reports, schedules, and requirements for completion on a regular basis
• Actively participates in development and management of project's general conditions, construction schedule, project planning/phasing, and buyout strategy during preconstruction.

Preconstruction Services

• Participates in preconstruction planning regarding project schedule and budget. Reviews project estimates and cost control systems.
• Communicates expectations regarding schedules, methods, policies, permits, safety, sustainability, quality control, and performance standards.
• Participates in subcontract scopes and pre-bid/post-bid meetings.

Project Start-up and Scheduling

• Understands project specifications, contract documents, and quality requirements.
• Advises on methods, materials, schedules, and procedures while ensuring testing requirements are met and documented.

Project Administration, Operations and Close-out

• Ensures project site and company assets are secure.
• Manages safety, sustainability, EEO, risk management, training, and quality control programs.
• Manages employee and subcontractor performance issues.
• Reviews and approves bills and requisitions.
• Facilitates progress and safety meetings.
• Keeps owners and architects informed of progress.
• Ensures project closeout is completed successfully.

Promote Customer Relations

• Builds effective relationships with customers, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups.
• Makes presentations to seek new business opportunities.

Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

• Promotes company values and vision.
• Develops employees through coaching, development plans, and feedback.
• Negotiates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates integrity and commitment to customer expectations.

Working Conditions

• Majority of work is completed on construction job sites. Appropriate PPE is required.
• Project teams may need to relocate to other geographic work locations as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of construction field experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Commitment to quality improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and communication tools.

Pay range: $130,000 - $160,000

• This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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.