Senior Superintendent

Project Administration

Review the initial project schedule with the Vice President of Field Operations, Vice President of Pre-Construction, and the project team to comprehend details of the project plans, specifications, schedule and bid proposal. Attend the job set-up meeting as requested. Orientate the assigned Project Superintendent(s) and/or Foremen to outline their specific project duties. Notify subcontractors and suppliers to review the schedule of the project.

• Coordinate all subcontractor activities on the project including: Scheduling, Submittals (i.e. materials, RFI’s, change orders, pay requests), Quality control, Assist with the project submittal process as requested.
• Administer to all personnel issues of subordinates as it pertains to company expectations and policies related to field operations including: Advising the Vice President of Field Operations of all vacations, sick leave, personal days and leaves of absence requested from field personnel. The mediation and resolution of conflicts. If unable to achieve satisfactory resolution then involve the Vice President of Field Operations. Demonstrating and promoting positive attitudes. Communicating and working respectfully with others, utilizing and enforcing adherence to proper intra-company communication channels. Clarification and enforcement of corporate and project specific policies and procedures. Interpretation and implementation of union trade agreements. Consultation with the Vice President of Field Operations regarding layoffs/termination.
• Monitor potential changes to contract, project conditions and scope of work and advise the Project Manager of such changes. Provide documentation as requested. Advise the Project Manager of possible claims or disputes and provide documentation as requested. Provide information to the Project Manager for the submission of RFI’s, and change orders.
• Production Tracking. Obtain daily production information from Project Superintendent and/or Foremen and distribute to the Construction Manager weekly. Monitor jobsite production rates to ensure bid productions and strategy are being met. Track the project schedule and keep the Project Manager informed of progress. Discuss project equipment schedule projections with the Project Manager.
• Attend all project Owner meetings. Submit required information for the preparation of pay applications. Review job cost reports with the Project Manager to assure accuracy and address any deviations from project estimations. Assist the Project Manager in formal project close-out as requested. Attend the project close-out meeting as requested.

Project Operations

Monitor all daily activities of assigned projects. Provide direction and oversight to the Project Superintendent(s) and/or Foreman as it pertains to their specific project duties. Consult with Project Superintendent(s) and/or Foremen on the daily needs of the following: Manpower, Equipment, Layout, Materials, Sub-contractors. Discuss with Construction Manager the manpower and equipment requirements, shortage or changes. Allocate resources based on schedule and availability. Coordinate daily line-up information for all assigned projects and report this to your Project Manager. Coordinate with your Project Manager any needs for field survey/engineering/GPS files. Recognize equipment abuse and provide guidance to any project superintendent and/or foreman, or field maintenance personnel, and, if necessary, to the hourly employees assigned to your project.

Project Safety and Compliance

Implement and comply with the company safety program with a positive attitude towards project safety for all personnel and the general public. Communicate safety and compliance concerns to the Area Safety Director. Recognize and respect the designated project competent safety representative. Report all incidents and/or accidents to the Area Safety Director and Project Manager immediately upon occurrence. Complete post-accident/incident report and forward to the Safety Director immediately. Facilitate and record weekly toolbox talks. Complete project safety and compliance forms as required. Perform daily safety job-site walk-a-round and complete necessary documents as required by the contract specifications.