Senior Superintendent
McGough · Fargo, ND · 2 days ago
Full-time
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- 10-12+ years of construction-related experience and overseeing teams with larger scale projects
- Overseeing multiple Superintendents and Assistants
- Extensive experience in employee development, mentoring Superintendents and Assistants through a variety of internal and external training programs
- Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement
- Current OSHA 30 certification
- 15+ years of field-related experience
- LEED AP or other green building certifications
- 2- or 4-year degree in construction related field
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, innovative and forward thinking
- Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Proficient in computer applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Procore (or equivalent) and Bluebeam (or equivalent software)
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities
- To take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
- Embody personal integrity and keeps confidences
Responsibilities and Tasks
- Preconstruction & Development
- Participate in Pre-Construction related tasks including Pursuits, Proposals and interviews
- Site Logistics/Schedule/Safety/site specific rules and regulations/building crisis management plan
- Subcontractor Selection
- Ensure alignment of budget set for the project including labor, materials and equipment
- Work with Project Management team to address issues as they arise
- Pre-Job Walk Throughs
- Construction
- Manage and oversee all McGough field staff, subcontractors and suppliers engaged in assigned projects
- Oversee and review Superintendent’s weekly work plans, schedule updates and logistics, etc.
- Ability to develop, manage and implement the project schedule as designed and adjust as necessary
- Work closely with Project Management team to ensure schedule remains updated
- Work with Project Management team as needed throughout project including selecting subcontractors, writing RFIs (requests for information), developing and tracking procurement of materials, tools and equipment
- Monitor the quality of work being performed to ensure it meets company and industry standards
- Address any problems or conflicts that arise on-site, from scheduling delays to labor disputes, and work to resolve them efficiently to minimize project disruptions
- Monitor and track project expenses to ensure the project stays within budget
- Work with Quality Control team to ensure project-specific requirements are met
- Oversite of project superintendent(s) management of site-specific Quality Control plan with QC department and Project Management
- Organize and facilitate Superintendent meetings
- Ensure all on-site documentation including drawings, logs, inspection books are updated and current
- Assist in the documentation of As-Built drawings
- Ensure alignment of budget set for the project including labor, materials and equipment
- Work with Project Management team to assess weekly/monthly cost projections and expenditures
- Oversite of overall McGough site labor/material and equipment budget for duration of project
- Participate and support implementation of Lean and continuous improvement culture
- Provide intentional leadership for project team in the areas of Lean methodologies being employed onsite, standard work and Pull-Plan sessions
- Drive a safe environment by leading activities including job safety meetings and orientations
- Ensure all OSHA and other required rules and regulations are met
- Work closely with Project Management team to ensure all project closeout tasks are completed
- This includes punchlist execution, commissioning, final inspections, owner training, etc.
- Build and maintain strong relationship with clients, design team and subcontractors
- Support and follow standard work
- Foster strong partnerships with fellow McGough employees
- People Management
- Hiring/Training
- Participate in hiring/selection process of new team members
- Provide onboarding and training for new hires
- Identify skill gaps and plan for necessary training and development
- Foster continuous learning and professional growth
- Assist with mentoring and development activities for Superintendents, Assistants and Foreman’s through various training programs both internally and externally
- Performance Management
- Provide direct management and guidance to the risk team members including handling regular 1:1s, assess team performance and provide ongoing feedback and annual review process, address any performance issues and implement improvement plans
- Recognize and reward outstanding contributions
- Communication
- Provide guidance on company policy/philosophy as they relate to the team
- Ensure clear and transparent communication within the team
- Develop and implement department strategies and align team goals with company’s vision and objectives
- Compliance
- Promote ethical behavior and decision-making, handle conflicts and disciplinary actions according to company guidelines
- Maintain a safe and inclusive work environment
- Leadership
- Set clear objectives and goals for team
- Foster positive and productive working relations by providing guidance and mentorship to team members
- Strategy Management
- Maintain knowledge of trends in construction industry
- Continual assessment for additional construction opportunities
- Coordinate and manage the development or improvements as it relates to construction processes
- Management of relationship with external partners
- Other Duties As Assigned
- Participate as an active member of the McGough Sioux Falls Team
- Contribute to shared goals and collaborate with colleagues on achievement of priorities
- Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and other stakeholders to align efforts
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements
- Sitting for extended periods of time at employee’s workstation and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car
- Able to lift to 50 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects
- Dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse
- Able to hear and speak clearly
- Able to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts
- Required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures