Superintendent (Traveler)

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Omaha is seeking a Project Superintendent to oversee field operations and ensure the successful completion of construction projects. This full-time position requires over 5 years of experience in complex commercial or healthcare construction. Candidates will provide leadership to field teams while collaborating with the Project Manager. Competitive compensation, with a salary range of $110,000 - $120,000, is offered along with travel subsistence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of building experience on complex commercial or healthcare projects.
• Prior Superintendent experience coordinating trades required.
• Knowledge of construction principles necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in development of Chart of Accounts.
• Develop a project site logistics plan.
• Document daily construction activities.
• Monitor project costs and identify areas for improvement.
• Chair weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.

Skills

Building experience on complex projects

Directing and coordinating trades

Knowledge of construction principles

Successful project completion

Self-perform background

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Superintendent is a critical field leadership position and is foundational to our projects’ success and safety. The Project Superintendent will oversee construction of the project in the field, provide leadership to field foremen, and ensure successful completion of trade work. The Superintendent will also work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely and quality completion of the construction process.

This is a full‑time, site‑based position that requires extensive travel to locations that span the Central Region. Travel subsistence and additional incentives are provided per company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in development of Chart of Accounts
• Assist in development of detailed CPM Schedule
• Assist in development of Detailed Scope of Work
• Develop a project site logistics plan
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents
• Manage McCarthy’s labor force to achieve optimum performance
• Review and understand material budgets and negotiate purchase orders
• Review and understand equipment budgets and negotiate rental rates
• Monitor project costs and identify areas for improvement
• Provide leadership in quality process
• Provide leadership in the safety and accident prevention programs
• Document daily construction activities
• Chair weekly subcontractor coordination meetings
• Issue and maintain short term and CPM schedules
• Assist Project Engineers in Shop Drawing and Submittal process
• Verify that As‑Built drawings are kept current

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of building experience on highly complex and related commercial, healthcare, industrial, or related construction projects
• Previous Superintendent experience directing and coordinating trades
• Knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Previous experience working with Project Management team for successful completion of project
• Self‑perform background preferred

Compensation

Pay Range: $110,000 - $120,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.