Superintendent - Governmental

Caddell Construction; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Company-paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability plans

401k match

Gym membership reimbursement

Use of company condominiums

Job summary

Caddell Construction in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Superintendent - Governmental to lead field operations on government projects. You will work with the project superintendent and PM to finalize plans, schedules, and resource needs, while directing craftsmen and subcontractors in the field.

Travel nationwide is required to support project needs. The role emphasizes safety, quality, timely execution, and clear communication with engineering, QC, and owner representatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED and four years' experience as foreman or assistant superintendent.
• Four-year degree in engineering or construction management with four years' experience preferred.
• Strong communication, planning, and coordination to lead field teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project superintendent/PM to finalize plan of operations and schedule.
• Direct day-to-day field work of crafts and subcontractors via foreman or reps.
• Maintain communications with engineering, QC and safety to ensure compliance.
• Review plans, budgets and quantities with PM and superintendent.
• Contribute to short-term look-ahead schedules and weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Assist in material receiving, storage and handling planning.
• Help resolve construction problems impacting productivity or interfaces.
• Foster good relations with owner and project partners for collaboration.
• Report to PM with any deviations and pursue safe execution.

Skills

Verbal communication

Subcontractor coordination

Organizational skills

Construction methods & equipment

Safety regulations knowledge

Scheduling

Interpreting drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering/Construction management degree

Job description

Job Title - Superintendent - Governmental

Location - Montgomery, AL

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.
• Reviews plans and specifications of job, job budget and estimates with PM and project superintendent to ensure that quantities, values, manpower requirements and deliveries of various divisions of job are understood.
• Continued involvement with the schedule development and periodic logic review, personal dedication to the generation of short term look ahead schedules and its implementation in the weekly subcontractor meetings conducted by the Superintendent.
• Assists in preparation of plan at beginning of job for receiving, storing and handling materials as required.
• Assists in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Maintains best possible relationship with owner. Strives to develop spirit of cooperation and respect between Caddell and representatives of the other partners on the project.
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
• 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 longs periods of time, lift and hold in excess of 50lbs, 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 Manager, Project Superintendent, Assistant Project Manager, Senior Project Manager and Construction Executive

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.

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 national.

Your career matters at Caddell. While we're large enough to take on some of the most complex construction projects, we know that only happens with the strong contributions of each individual.

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.