Senior Project Superintendent - Data Center Construction - (Traveling)

About the role

The Weitz Company is seeking a Senior Project Superintendent to lead complex, large-scale data center construction projects in Sterling, VA. This position requires 8+ years of project superintendent experience, preferably in commercial construction, with a focus on senior living, student housing, hospitality, condominium, and other lived-in product types.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary leader of subcontractors and field forces on a job site
• Maintain project safety in accordance with the Company’s Safety Policy
• Develop and update the project schedule, resource allocation, and work processes
• Prepare two-week look ahead schedules
• Oversee daily construction activities ensuring work meets quality standards, project timelines, and budgets
• Cook up and manage the performance of subcontractors, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and safety protocols
• Conduct regular site inspections, identify and address quality issues, and ensure work meets project specifications
• Identify and resolve issues promptly and effectively to maintain project momentum and project schedule
• Update project schedules utilizing computerized scheduling software
• Aid in the buyout and selection of major subcontractors
• Supervise and coordinate all field personnel, subcontractors, and construction activities
• Implement and enforce strict safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees and subcontractors
• Maintain strong communication with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate the work of the subcontractors' field forces
• Communicate effectively both externally with owners, designers, and engineers as well as internally with the project team
• Maintain accurate cost reports
• Ensure all required paperwork is completed, accurate, and timely
• Adhere to all company policies, standards, and procedures
• Provide opportunities to help the team develop, learn, and grow
• Foster positive relationships with both internal and external parties

Requirements

• Experience: 8+ years of Project Superintendent experience required, preferably in commercial construction
• Skills: Ability to read/interpret construction documents, knowledge of construction methods and materials, excellent project organizational skills, impressive leadership skills with the desire to teach, mentor, and develop a team, business acumen and relationship building skills, excellent verbal and written communication across all levels of the organization
• Technology: Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Qualifications

• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Rewarding Bonus Program
Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Fully Paid Parental Leave
Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards