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 Superintendent for Equipment Installation Project

This position is responsible for directing, coordinating and monitoring activities of construction workers and subcontractors on a commercial or industrial construction site. This position collaborates with others to define construction requirements, develop project schedules and conduct safety and quality control inspections. Additionally, the Superintendent anticipates and identifies project issues and risks, proactively communicates identified project issues and risks, presents solutions and confers with project team to resolve problems.

Essential  Responsibilities 
   Directs, coordinates and monitors activities of self perform construction crews and/or sub-contractors on a commercial or industrial construction site
   Collaborates with others to define construction requirements and project schedules; controls project scope and budget; modifies project schedule to reflect approved scope changes 
   Follows and promotes established project standards, processes and procedures; examines and inspects work progress and construction sites to ensure specifications are met 
   Reads drawings and specifications to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures 
   Anticipates and identifies project issues and risks, proactively communicates identified project issues and risks, presents solutions and confers with project team to resolve problems
   Enforces conformance to safety and quality standards, processes and procedures; conducts safety and quality control inspections 
   Conducts weekly project status/issues meetings (i.e. preconstruction, safety, etc.); documents and distributes results
   Records detailed information such as personnel, production, and operational data on construction documents 
   Maintains established contractual requirements to manage customer expectations and quality standards; identifies opportunities for improvement
   Maintains positive client relationships to leverage future repeat business
   Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures

 General
   Properly manage any crises or emergencies
   Serve as primary on site liaison with owner and owner's representatives
   Develop and maintain a complete understanding of the scope and approach to assigned construction projects and identify change orders when appropriate
   Assist Project Manager in the development and implementation of the project schedule
   Ensure quality workmanship and tolerances to eliminate rework
   Ensure that the completed facility functions as intended
   Ensure that subcontractors are properly managed and scheduled
   Maintain favorable relationship with subcontractors to ensure their performance throughout the project
   Support subcontractors with the resources to allow them to perform their work when necessary
   Maintain jobsite order and cleanliness

Supervisory Responsibilities
   Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure selection and scheduling of employees
   Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure selection and scheduling of proper tools and equipment
   Provide overall direction for all on site activities
   Ensure good attendance and timeliness of employees
   Foster an environment of cooperation and teamwork among employees
   Train and develop field engineers and foremen
   Identify leadership candidates and provide opportunities for development

Project Efficiency
   Coordinate the daily/weekly work plan with the foremen and employees
   Ensure that employees and equipment are productive and fully utilized
   Ensure that the most efficient construction approach is being utilized
   Ensure that the construction site is maintained properly to allow ongoing construction activities

Procurement
   Coordinate all on site purchasing in a timely and cost effective manner
   Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure appropriate and timely delivery of materials
   Ensure that delivered material is checked for quality and quantity and is properly documented and stored
   Ensure that delivery tickets are marked with the proper cost codes and delivered to the receptionist weekly
   Coordinate with vendor representative for installation procedures and start up services

Administrative Duties
   Ensure that daily reports are comprehensive and electronically entered 
   Complete evaluations electronically for craft personnel and foremen at appropriate intervals  
   Maintain on site project files in Procore
   Maintain construction as built drawings as the project progresses
   Ensure quality start up documentation is uploaded to Procore

Safety
   Conduct weekly toolbox talks and record attendance in SiteDocs
   Maintain on site safety program and forms
   Complete all necessary incident/accident/near miss reports
   Ensure that all employees comply with the safety program
   Ensure that all employees have and wear proper PPE
   Review the site to ensure compliance with the safety program
   Ensure that all required signs and posters are properly mounted
   Meet with OSHA inspectors in accordance with the safety policy
   Ensure all on site activities comply with HazCom and Substance Abuse  policies
   Identify, plan and document all critical lifts
   Continuously monitor the site and address any safety issues that arise
   Work with the Safety Director to develop a site safety plan early in the project

Human Resources
   Ensure compliance with the company policies and procedures
   Coordinate with Human Resources Manager regarding appropriate and timely disciplinary action when necessary
   Work to improve employee morale
   Interface with the Project Manager, Mentor, and Field Engineer to insure proper development opportunities for the assigned Field Engineer

Quality Assurance
   Maintain the level of quality that is expected by the owner
   Work with the Engineering Department to ensure timely design documents for construction
   Ensure that the project is built in compliance with the project plans and specifications
   Ensure that design engineers are consulted before modifications are made to drawings

Communication
   Maintain involvement during planning, construction and closeout
   Offer knowledge and input to the estimating department relative to project productivity and approach
   Ensure continuous communication with the Project Manager to develop and maintain total cost awareness of the project
   Maintain open communication and relationships with foremen and crews

Meetings
    Virtual bi-monthly supervisor's meeting
   Preconstruction meeting
   On site progress meetings
   Project closeout meeting
   Owner/engineer requested meetings

Required Computer Skills/Programs
   Knowledge of Microsoft Windows
   Microsoft Outlook
   Internet Explorer
   ProCore/Site Docs
   Rhumbix & Procore Timekeeping
   Knowledge of computerized scheduling

Qualifications
   Bachelors' degree in construction management or equivalent background preferred
   Substantial knowledge of the construction industry; seven years of construction experience
   Ability to communicate and manage projects effectively

Training Preferred 
   Confined Space
   Excavation & Competent Person
   ACI Level 1 Certification
   First Aid/CPR
   Crane Safety & Rigging
   OSHA 30 Hour Certification
   MSHA Part 48 Training
   AGC Supervisory Training Program (STP)

Other:
   Travel will be required; requires valid driver's license and a good driving record
   Overtime may be required as well as weekends and some holidays

Robinson Construction is a Design-Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process-intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include heavy industrial, manufacturing; food grade processing plants, chemical and processing; power and renewable energy; healthcare facilities, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.