Traveling Construction Superintendent - Light Industrial

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential. Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

About the Role

This is a full-time traveling position supporting projects across the United States. The posted location may not reflect the assigned project site.

Responsibilities

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction based on starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase, using knowledge of tools, equipment, and building methods.
• Interacts with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule; develops and utilizes "look ahead" schedules to assess progress and spot upcoming issues.
• Coordinates the pre-construction meeting with the Project Manager prior to mobilization.
• Directs procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules.
• Ensures all parties involved with the project are informed of construction issues and progress:
  • Meets with and directs supervisory personnel engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
  • Meets regularly with craft personnel to update them on construction issues and gather input for solutions.
  • Meets with subcontractors prior to mobilization to review scope of work and schedule; advises subs prior to each phase of work on schedule and phasing requirements.
  • Meets regularly with clients to update them on the project's progress.
• Works with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within the project workforce.
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and/or inspectors and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure conformance to specifications and construction schedules.
• Manages the project based on progress reports, materials used, and costs; adjusts work schedules accordingly.
• Works with the Manager of Craft Resources to move personnel between projects, minimizing hiring and layoffs; responsible for crew mixes and work assignments to manage labor costs; may terminate company craft personnel not performing according to policies or job requirements.
• Works with the project manager in preparing the Project Management Plan.
• Ensures company policies (e.g., safety, equal opportunity) are implemented consistently and that quality standards and housekeeping requirements are maintained.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in ground-up light industrial construction projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to and from project sites nationwide.
• Ability to understand and apply building codes, design requirements, and blueprints accurately.
• Good understanding of subcontractors' scopes of work and tolerances.

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills; expresses ideas clearly and effectively with proper grammar and syntax (basic Spanish preferred).
• Good administrative skills: monitors progress and coordinates work activities; keeps team members informed of progress and problems.
• Good management skills: establishes techniques to proactively monitor and supervise subordinates and follow up on delegated assignments.
• Maintains integrity and adheres to company ethics, conduct, and policies.
• Excellent problem-solving ability: identifies relationships between data from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
• Team player: works well with others; supports co-workers, customers, subcontractors, and others to achieve goals.
• Good interpersonal relationships: uses tact; is sensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
• Organized: establishes priorities and a course of action for handling multiple tasks.
• Effective planning: allocates resources and assigns personnel; uses time efficiently; is personally well-organized.
• Professional: displays appropriate appearance and conduct; makes a positive impression.
• Shows initiative: actively influences events to achieve goals; is a self-starter with minimal supervision; strives to exceed minimal performance levels.
• Ability to operate office equipment (e.g., fax, copier, telephone) and use spreadsheet/word processing software.
• Knowledge and use of CMiC preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program