Superintendent-Leesburg, VA

The Nichols Companies

Columbia (MD)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 140,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401k
Health Insurance
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job summary

Nichols Contracting, Inc. (NCI) in Columbia, MD is seeking a Superintendent to monitor, direct, and coordinate field operations. You will work with Project Managers and Engineers to deliver projects on schedule and within contract requirements.

Requirements include 7+ years as Superintendent, OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to obtain security clearance. Proficiency with MS Office and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR certifications required.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor, direct, and coordinate field operations.
  • Work with Project Managers and Engineers to meet schedules.
  • Interpret blueprints and specifications to guide on-site work.
  • Lead toolbox talks and safety inspections weekly.
  • Inspect subcontractor performance and ensure compliance.
  • Close out projects, update punch lists, and create record drawings.

Skills

OSHA 30
First Aid
CPR Certification
Customer service
Communication skills
Detail-oriented
Reading plans
Microsoft Office
Pressure management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Nichols Contracting, Inc. (NCI) is a family-owned and operated Construction and Contracting business headquartered in Columbia, MD with offices in Royal Palm Beach and Orlando, FL, with a team of 250 employees. NCI is a full-service general contractor focused on providing premier services in all aspects of the construction process, from concept to completion. We manage a broad range of commercial construction projects, including new construction, tenant fit outs, and renovations. NCI services a diverse group of markets including federal, state, and local governments, as well as a variety of corporate and special industry organizations that require complex life safety and critical infrastructure needs.

In Superintendent’s role is to effectively monitor, direct, and coordinate field operations. To work together with all Project Managers and Engineers to form an effective management team for our clients. Duties to include but not limited to:

Essential Functions
  • UsesNichols Contracting, Inc.’s Performance Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilities.
  • Initiates, attends, or conducts meetings with assigned employees/work crews to meet project objectives and work schedules.
  • Guides and assists employees in identifying, analyzing and resolving obstacles to meet task/project schedules.
  • Works with field manager in personnel alignment and scheduling to facilitate weekly action plans.
  • Reviews and interprets blueprints/shop drawings and other project documents to formulate an accurate management approach.
  • Provides training to Foreman, laborers and other field personnel.
  • Clearly understands scope of work/responsibilities of other trades at jobsites.
  • Makes routine inspections of assigned projects to verify project scope and specifications, company standards, and compliance are within local and National Electric Code.
  • Accurately documents project work situations in a timely manner, both written and verbal, to ensure protection of the Company through proper documentation (i.e. possible liens and or claims).
  • Ability to visualize completed work prior to installation.
  • Understands and follows state, and local codes.
  • Understanding and enforcement of O.S.H.A. requirements and performs safety inspections and weekly toolbox talks.
  • Inspects subcontractor performance to conform to contract agreements and schedules.
  • Conducts project closings, updates punch lists, and creates information for record drawings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Competencies
  • Must have at least seven years of experience as Superintendent with knowledge of multiple construction trades.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Must have an OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR Certification.
  • Ability to obtain security clearance.
  • Industrial and Government Construction experience is a plus.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and have excellent communication skills.
  • Proficient with reading, understanding, and interpreting plans, specifications, drawings, contracts, and other documents.
  • A willingness to learn and take on new challenges and to attend Continual Education Classes that supports current and future positions.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and consistently meet critical deadlines.
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) experience is required.
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to independently ascend and descend stairs.
  • Ability to access heights using ladders or scaffolding.
  • Ability to independently reach, twist and bend.
  • Ability to independently remain stationery for extended periods of time; and
  • Ability to independently lift up to 30 pounds when required by work assignment.
Benefits

401k, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision), PTO, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays and much more

Salary

$120K- $140K depending on experience plus performance-based bonus incentives

Employee Acknowledgement

I have read the above position description, and I understand and agree with the terms and requirements for this position. I also understand and agree that such requirements may be amended and/or adjusted at any time.

Persons with mental and physical disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are eligible for this position as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodations are made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such people may not be eligible for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Nichols Contracting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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