You will join our Construction Practice and be responsible for the day-to-day execution of complex industrial construction projects for our Food, Beverage, Consumer Packaged Goods, and Life Science sector manufacturing clients. You will work with Regional Safety Managers, Directors, Project Managers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure our projects remain on schedule within the allocated budget. The Superintendent regularly supervises the work of subcontractors, inspects, and verifies work in progress, and strictly enforces compliance with third party inspections/ Surveyors with quality and safety procedures.
What You’ll Do
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.
Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees and subcontractors to adopt safety as a culture.
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 principles of construction, including forming and placing of concrete, process piping, crane operations and erection of structural steel, installation of cladding on buildings, completion of roofing, plumbing, electrical and HVAC, interior finishes, and installation of manufacturing equipment
Impart knowledge of the materials, tools and equipment used in the industrial construction industry, industrial building and safety codes, rules, and regulations
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 in an efficient manner
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 the construction plans, specifications, schedules, as well as advising the project manager of issues and/or deficiencies
Understand the customer contract, project estimate and budget set-up
Understand subcontractor and supplier contract scopes
Prepare, manage, and update the detailed project schedule with sequence and activity duration including procurement items
Establish the punch-list process and close-out procedures with the off-site Project Manager before the work commences
Assists 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 an effective and harmonious working relationship with the client and Design Group team members and subcontractors
Manage day-to-day field activities to ensure that the safety, schedule, and quality requirements are met
Obtain all inspections
Direct and manage workloads and responsibilities
Work alongside onsite/offsite project stakeholders to ensure that project is completed 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; communicate these to the off-site PM for resolution
Ensure that the most up-to-date contract documents are being utilized to prevent avoidable rework
Conduct subcontractor start-up meeting prior to the beginning of the scope and lead subcontractor coordination meetings
Participate in regular update meetings with off-site PM and upper management
Understand and communicate to all field personnel the goal/objectives regarding construction
Track material/equipment deliveries and subcontractor start dates
Ensure quality control
Document quality and progress of each subcontractor and supplier
Review installation of materials and equipment against approved submittals
Maintain progress photos in Procore
Ensure that job safety requirements (city, state, federal) are understood and implemented by all project personnel and trade contractors; continually strive for zero incidents on all projects
Lead on-site safety meetings/Toolbox talks
Post and maintain job site signage
Monitor and correct all safety hazards at the job site
Log weekly project safety inspection report
Assist off-site PM with review of change requests
Maintain and post a daily log of job-site activities (written and visual (photos) in Procore)
Correct deficiencies
Ensure that the job site is always 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 sub-contractors
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 the good will and success of Design Group
Scheduling
Work with the off-site Project Manager in outlining project timetables, and evaluate and update schedules to ensure that project activities progress according to plan
Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met; identify slippage and make necessary adjustments
Pre-plan and schedule project activity on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, as necessary
Build, update, and push a four week look ahead schedule in addition to the project schedules
Safety
Ensure compliance with Design Group’s Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) guidelines and procedures along with all local requirements (OSHA, USACE EM385.1.1)
Ensure a clean and organized job site throughout construction
Travel
Travel to regional construction sites (this may require temporary lodging/living arrangements for extended time periods)
Work shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays
What You’ll Bring
A minimum of ten years of experience as a construction site superintendent on industrial projects
Recent construction site superintendent experience working on construction projects involving industrial facilities & structures (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 (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 of time for construction project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions (work shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays)
A 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
Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Construction Site Superintendent, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.
Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Construction Site Superintendent, but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Construction Site Superintendent.
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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
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