Traveling Superintendent - Self Perform Drywall

Turner Construction Company; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 115,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to manage self-perform drywall projects. This role requires at least 5 years of experience as a Superintendent for specialty contracting work, alongside a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include overseeing project schedules, managing labor and subcontractor operations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The salary range is $115,000 - $178,000. Turner offers extensive benefits including medical coverage, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a Superintendent managing specialty contractor work.
• Knowledge of lean principles and Environmental Health & Safety practices.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, forecast, lead, direct, and coordinate Self-Perform Operations.
• Establish production requirements with Trades Foreperson.
• Monitor jobsite deliveries and manage subcontractor payment applications.

Skills

Leadership management skills

Proficient project management skills

Ability to read and interpret contract documents

In-depth technical knowledge of interior systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Traveling Superintendent - Self Perform Drywall

Position Description: Plan, forecast, lead, direct, and coordinate work of Self-Perform Operations (SPO) staff, subcontractors, and suppliers on Self-Perform Operations (SPO) drywall and general Trades projects. Oversee and confirm implementation of planned work for adherence to contracted scope for safety, schedule sequence, quality of work performed, and production planning and tracking. Supervise Trade labor in drywall or other areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Sequence work to meet project schedule and estimated productivity; communicate with Project Superintendent to incorporate Self- Perform Operations (SPO) activities, durations, and flow into project schedule.
• Establish production requirements with Trades Foreperson and measure results weekly, oversee progress to promote coordinated project operations, and adjust work practices and crew assignments, to boost production where possible.
• Monitor and report installed quantities and percentage of completion for SPO tasks and share findings at scheduled production meetings.
• Monitor jobsite deliveries for approved materials at the time and quantities as defined in project schedule.
• Assist General Superintendent and/or Trades Manager with hiring and termination decisions related to Trade labor.
• Develop and maintain relationships with various labor sources to identify qualified labor to fulfill project staffing needs.
• Plan, communicate, and implement performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control, and SPO Trade staffing levels.
• Resolve local area problems related to procedures, precedence, design clarifications, adequate labor, and equipment schedule.
• Develop and implement SPO safety plan in compliance with company standards and safety codes and regulations.
• Make available Job Hazard Analysis to Forepersons to enable quality daily pre-task planning.
• Supervise and oversee work of Trade forepersons; provide constructive development feedback and contribute to complete performance appraisals.
• Investigate, communicate, and resolve field issues with Owners, Owner’s Representatives, Architects, and/or Engineers.
• Manage monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices, and subcontractor payment applications.
• Manage installation of work in compliance with approved contract documents.
• Monitor and confirm accuracy of take-off work and manage procurement of materials.
• Assist with bidding work to review productivity and approach for implementing work.
• Analyze drawings to identify specified components that may cause construction constraints to be resolved.
• Utilize lean construction methods such as Last Planner System (LPS) for proactive scheduling.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience performing as Superintendent managing work as a specialty contractor focusing on interior systems for specialty scopes of work (e.g., framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, specialty ceilings, delegated design cold formed metal framing, and doors, frames, hardware)
• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field of study a plus, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• In-depth technical knowledge of interior systems and related tools and equipment required by this trade
• Knowledge of building construction, means and methods, scheduling and cost control procedures, general contract understanding, general conditions, subcontract documents, drawings and specifications, and Trade practices
• Knowledge of lean principles
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawing specifications, scopes of work, and project schedule
• In-depth knowledge of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) practices
• Conceptual ability to work with minimum information and quickly develop understanding of requirements
• Proficient skills in project management, able to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines
• Leadership management skills with ability to forge relationships with stakeholders and indirect reports
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, able to present information clearly
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 115,000.00 - 178,000.00 USD annualized.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability coverage.

In addition to our extensive benefits offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end-of-year appreciation pay.

Physical Demands

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performance of the required duties require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.