Project Superintendent

The Superintendent plays a vital role in overseeing the daily operations of a construction site. They are responsible for coordinating all aspects of the project, from planning and scheduling to execution and completion. This includes managing subcontractors and construction crews, ensuring that the team operates efficiently and safely. The Superintendent also conducts inspections to maintain quality control and ensures that construction meets all specifications and standards. As the primary point of contact between the construction team, clients, architects, and engineers, they facilitate effective communication and address any concerns.

Additionally, the Superintendent implements safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment, monitors project costs to ensure adherence to the budget, and tracks progress against the project timeline, making adjustments as necessary. Ultimately, the Superintendent’s leadership ensures that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

General Position Responsibilities & Duties

  • Knowledge of all essential Asst. Supt./Project Engineer job responsibilities.
  • Coordinate and facilitate site-specific safety training meetings and enforce safety procedures.
  • Verify subcontractor certificates of insurance.
  • Prepare and maintain project construction schedules to meet established completion date.
  • Establish and maintain strong relations with all key stakeholders and project team.
  • Assure work quality – set standards for quality control.
  • Coordinate with project team to procure equipment and materials.
  • Coordinate field inspections with authorities having jurisdiction and/or third-party testing agencies.
  • Provide and manage all necessary reports (e.g. timesheets, work orders, daily reports, jobsite inspections).
  • Document and complete all punchlists in a timely manner.
  • Review all drawings, specifications and subcontractor submittals.
  • Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings.
  • Perform start-up testing and turnover to Owner.
  • Document final close-out and Owner’s acceptance.
  • Perform manual work only in rare circumstances when required.
  • Ability to travel as required by management.
  • Ability to supervise multiple projects when required.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years as Project Superintendent and in relevant areas such as scheduling, ordering, field supervision, cost control, quality control, and overseeing all construction phases and activities.
  • Ability to understand and read trade specifications, with working knowledge of various trades.
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements and safety protocols for construction, with OSHA training and certification.
  • First Aid/CPR certification.
  • Experience managing multiple projects (desirable).
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including managing diverse personalities.
  • Highly organized with a systematic approach for accuracy and efficiency.
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in both written and verbal communication.
  • Knowledge of Procore and basic drafting/computer applications, including Excel, MS Word, MS Teams, MS Project, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar applications, and BlueBeam is desirable.

This job description is not an inclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that a team member in this position may be asked to perform. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or delegated by Management to meet the business needs of the Company.