Superintendent - Data Center/Mission Critical

Caddell Construction; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Company holidays

Company-funded medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance funded

Life & disability plans

401k match

Gym membership reimbursement

Condominiums use

Job summary

Caddell Construction is seeking a capable project superintendent/manager to lead operations on major projects in Columbus, OH. You will oversee field teams, coordinate with engineering, QA and safety, and ensure delivery of schedules and budgets.

The role requires a strong background in construction management, experience with mechanical/electrical scopes, and willingness to travel nationally. Competitive compensation is offered with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED with 4 years in construction as foreman or assistant superintendent.
• Four-year degree in engineering or construction management; four years of experience preferred.
• Proven track record managing mechanical and/or electrical scopes in mission-critical projects.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and finalize the overall plan of operations, job layout and schedule with project leaders.
• Manage day-to-day work of crafts and subcontractors; delegate through foreman or reps.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality control and safety to meet drawings and schedule.
• Review plans, budget and estimates with the PM and superintendent for quantities and deliveries.
• Support early-stage planning and weekly look-ahead schedule implementation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Subcontractor coordination

Organizational skills

Construction methods

Safety knowledge

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's in engineering or construction management

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location – Columbus, OH

Rewards of Working at Caddell – Paid vacations, company-paid holidays, company-funded medical insurance. Company joint funding of dental and vision insurance, life and disability plans to full-time employees, 401k match, gym membership reimbursement, and use of company condominiums.

What You Will Do

• Works closely with project superintendent and project manager, as required, in formulating, discussing, and finalizing the overall plan of operations, job layout, job schedule, etc.
• Manages the day-to-day work of crafts and subcontractors in the field, delegating work through foreman and/or subcontractor representatives.
• Maintains regular communications with engineering, quality control, and safety to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Review plans and specifications of a job, job budget, and estimates with the project manager and project superintendent to ensure that quantities, values, manpower requirements, and deliveries of various divisions of the job are understood.
• Continued involvement with schedule development and periodic logic review, personal dedication to the generation of short-term look-ahead schedules, and their implementation in the weekly subcontractor meetings conducted by the superintendent.
• Assists in preparation of plan at the beginning of the job for receiving, storing, and handling materials as required.
• Assists in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Maintains the best possible relationship with the owner. Strives to develop a spirit of cooperation and respect between Caddell and representatives of the other partners on the project.
• Working Conditions– Construction setting, travel required, full-time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for long periods, lift and hold more than 50 lbs, talk, hear, and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location.
• Reporting Structure –Project Superintendent and Senior Project Manager

What We Expect

Accountability is part of The Caddell Way and our employees share in a strong work ethic and positive team environment. There is a true sense of purpose and teamwork.

Education / Experience –

Minimum high school diploma/GED, and four years’ experience in the construction industry as foreman or assistant superintendent required. Four-year degree in engineering or construction management and four years experience preferred. Candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of successfully managing Mechanical and/or Electrical scopes of work in the Mission Critical Market for a General Contractor– including field supervision, schedule management, and working closely with and managing quality control, testing, inspections, commissioning, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities –

Effective verbal communication skills. Effective subcontractor coordination skills are a must. Excellent organizational skills. Must have a thorough knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment. Working knowledge of safety regulations and quality guidelines. Demonstrated ability to understand and adhere to schedules. Proficient in interpreting construction drawings.

Travel –

Extensive travel required. Must be able to travel nationally.

While the salary range is typically between $102,000 – $155,000 annually, applicants are encouraged to share compensation expectations as part of the application process. Caddell honors prior experience, education, and qualifications of applicants in order to make attractive and competitive offers.

Your career matters at Caddell, where there is a strong emphasis on the growth and development of every employee! We’re large enough to take on the most complex construction projects, but we know the contribution of each individual is the key to our success.

Caddell Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other protected classes under applicable laws and regulations.