Superintendent(Travelling)

BW Design Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Design Group is seeking a Construction Site Superintendent in Phoenix, Arizona. This role requires overseeing all phases of construction from planning to completion, ensuring high quality, timely execution, and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in industrial projects, proficiency in project management software, and strong leadership skills. The position includes responsibilities such as managing subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring safety regulations are met during all job phases.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of experience as a construction site superintendent on industrial projects.
• Successful completion of projects valued from $500K to $20M.
• OSHA 30 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project construction ensuring safe and quality execution.
• Manage day-to-day field activities to meet safety, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Complete the punch list and obtain customer sign-off.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Scheduling

Safety Compliance

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

CAD

Job description

Overview

The Construction Site Superintendent oversees the operations of a construction site, from planning to completion. Responsible for the performance of all subcontractors, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Project Oversight: Assume complete responsibility for project construction ensuring safe, high quality, timely and cost-effective execution of project work with minimal guidance from senior level leadership. Function as the sole Design Group job-site superintendent. Impart knowledge of construction principles including forming and placing concrete, process piping, crane operations and erection of structural steel, installation of cladding, roofing, plumbing, electrical and HVAC, interior finishes, and installation of manufacturing equipment. Read and interpret construction plans; make real time updates to redline drawings and ensure subcontractors do the same. Navigate and learn new construction management software efficiently. Manage inspection process from progress inspection to Certificate of Occupancy.
• Pre-Construction Phase: Create site logistics plans identifying trailer location, material storage, access points, gates, safety requirements, signage, and temporary utilities. Manage materials and verification. Provide technical expertise throughout the Pre-Construction process including reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, and advising the project manager of issues and/or deficiencies. Understand the customer contract, project estimate and budget setup. Understand subcontractor and supplier contract scopes. Prepare, manage, and update the detailed project schedule with sequence and duration including procurement items. Establish the punch-list process and close-out procedures with the off-site Project Manager before work commences. Assist in the preparation of overall project schedule in coordination with off-site Project Manager. Schedule and procure tools and equipment necessary for the project.
• Construction Phase: Provide leadership by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the client, Design Group team members, and subcontractors. Manage day-to-day field activities to meet safety, schedule, and quality requirements. Obtain all inspections. Direct and manage workloads and responsibilities. Work with on-site and off-site project stakeholders to complete the project in a timely and efficient manner. Maintain daily paperwork including Procore daily reports, schedule updates, and system correspondence. Identify conflicts in construction progress by submitting formal RFIs and communicate them to the off-site PM for resolution. Ensure most up-to-date contract documents are used to prevent avoidable rework. Conduct subcontractor start-up meetings and lead subcontractor coordination meetings. Participate in regular update meetings with off-site PM and upper management. Communicate goals/objectives regarding construction to field personnel. Track material/equipment deliveries and subcontractor start dates. Ensure quality control and document quality and progress of each subcontractor and supplier. Review installation of materials and equipment against approved submittals. Maintain progress photos in Procore. Ensure job safety requirements (city, state, federal) are understood and implemented by all personnel and trade contractors; strive for zero incidents. Lead on-site safety meetings/Toolbox talks. Post and maintain job site signage. Monitor and correct safety hazards. Log weekly project safety inspection reports. Assist off-site PM with review of change requests. Maintain and post a daily log of job-site activities (written and visual in Procore). Correct deficiencies. Ensure the job site is clean and organized.
• Post-Construction Phase: Complete the punch list and obtain customer sign-off. Complete as-built drawings. Photo document and update close-out reports.
• Establish Clear Communication Channels: Display a professional demeanor and foster positive relationships with local communities. Build solid working relationships with client leadership, local plant personnel, project inspectors, city and county officials, and subcontractors. Collaborate with Project Safety Manager, Project Manager, Quality Control, and Architecture & Engineering design team. Motivate others, use professional negotiation skills, and conflict resolution skills to enforce contracts and drive successful outcomes. Conduct all business in an ethical manner to serve the customer and increase goodwill and success.
• Scheduling: Work with the off-site Project Manager to outline project timetables, evaluate and update schedules to ensure activities progress according to plan. Review and adhere to construction schedules, meet milestones and completion dates; identify slippage and adjust. Pre-plan and schedule project activity on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Build, update, and push a four-week look-ahead schedule in addition to the project schedules.
• Safety: Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment and Quality guidelines and procedures along with all local requirements (OSHA, USACE EM385.1.1). Maintain a clean and organized job site throughout construction.
• Travel: Travel to regional construction sites; temporary lodging may be required. Work shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• A minimum of ten years of experience as a construction site superintendent on industrial projects.
• Recent experience on industrial facilities & structures (e.g., Cold Storage Distribution Centers, Food & Beverage Processing, Packaging & Distributions Centers, Life Science and Advanced Technology Manufacturing Facilities, Industrial Tilt Wall Distribution Centers, ASRS Robotics Distribution Centers, Data Centers, Clean Room/Dry Room Construction, MEP-driven projects).
• A record of successful completion of industrial projects with values ranging from $500K to $20M.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project), Procore, Bluebeam, CAD.
• Experience working within active operating manufacturing facilities (preferred).
• OSHA 30 certification.
• A willingness to travel for extended periods including installation and start-up activities, client and company-sponsored meetings, trainings, seminars, forums, and conventions (travel may include nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience as a construction site superintendent for large industrial or manufacturing structures.