General Superintendent

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily execution of projects to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance safety, project performance, resource utilization, and overall profitability.
• Strengthen the field crew and foreman’s adherence to project schedules and planned milestones.
• Collaborate with field and office leadership to reinforce accountability and implement schedule discipline strategies.
• Work closely with the Director of Field Operations to ensure seamless coordination between field operations and project management.
• Foster alignment between field teams, general foreman, and project managers to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Oversee field execution of multiple active projects from mobilization through completion.
• Coordinate construction activities and supervise all field personnel, including foremen and laborers.
• Monitor the progress of projects, track production, and ensure construction schedules are met.
• Ensure quality control on all projects and handle project closeouts in coordination with the project team.
• Coordinate utility locates with our team members.
• Responsible for logistics for field operations, including but not limited to materials, equipment, and workforce.
• Work closely with the project manager on scheduling, resource allocation, and problem resolution.
• Communicate regularly with client site managers and project managers regarding scheduling, progress, and any on-site issues.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize project efficiency, performance, and profitability.
• Monitor daily production performance and ensure accurate tracking of expenses, budgets, and forecasts.
• Effectively oversee the management of labor, equipment, and material resources to prevent project delays and cyclical workloads.
• Optimize resource deployment to maintain project momentum and meet schedules.
• Identify production/cost issues and provide coaching to address and develop team leadership skills.
• Implement and enforce all field safety protocols, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Conduct safety training and ensure that all field staff, including operators and drivers, are properly trained in safety practices.
• Ensure foremen complete necessary paperwork and compliance reports, including DOT compliance for drivers.
• Ensure strict adherence to construction best practices and inspire a proactive safety mindset.
• Oversee protocols, conduct worksite inspections, and collaborate with the safety team to reinforce a strong safety culture.
• Provide leadership to address site challenges and unforeseen obstacles while maintaining safety.
• Train foremen and laborers on proper fence installation techniques and other relevant field procedures.
• Ensure all field staff are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge, particularly regarding equipment operation, installation standards, and field reporting.
• Assist in the development and implementation of ongoing training programs for field personnel to enhance performance, safety, and create future competent leadership within the business.
• Actively identify production/cost issues and coach/develop supervisors and foremen.
• Foster a high-performance culture built on teamwork and collaboration.
• Implement change management strategies as the company grows and innovates.
• Oversee on-site equipment care, including tracking, maintenance, and proper usage of tools and machinery.
• Maintain positive working relationships with clients, site managers, and other key stakeholders.
• Act as the project primary point of contact for field-related issues, ensuring client expectations are met.
• Communicate regularly with office and project staff to ensure alignment between field operations, corporate, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of construction and fence installation techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems.
• 5+ years of experience in field operations, preferably in the construction or fencing industry.
• High School Degree required; associate or bachelor’s degree in construction or related field preferred.
• Proven track record of managing field teams and overseeing projects.
• Experience with safety protocols and training, including OSHA compliance.
• Strong understanding of equipment and tool maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as required.
• Proficiency in project management software is a plus.
• Highly analytical with exceptional problem-solving skills and a drive to find creative and effective solutions to challenges with the ability to grasp new processes, procedures, data, and expectations quickly.