Construction Superintendent

New Construction/Renovation Superintendent Job Description 

New Orleans based General Contractor seeking a highly skilled, detailed oriented and motivated Construction Superintendent to join their dynamic team. As a Construction Superintendent, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing large scale Residential New Construction and Renovation projects.  This position requires a strong combination of leadership, organizational, and technical skills, as well as a deep understanding of the Construction process. 

Responsibilities of the Construction Superintendent:

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to on-site construction teams, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Monitor project budgets and expenses, identifying potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee the implementation of quality control measures to ensure work meets industry standards and client expectations.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules. 
• Proactively identify and resolve construction related issues, implementing effective solutions to keep the project on track.
• Daily Logs and up to date documentation during the construction process 
• Coordinate scheduling of subcontractors, consultants, inspectors, and vendors to complete each project on time.
• Monitor work and materials to ensure quality control standards are met at various stages of the project.
• Communicate with the project team and support each subcontractor to execute his job duties effectively and efficiently.
• Perform inspections or schedule inspectors to meet the varying safety and compliance regulations of each job location.
• Set an example in keeping the job site organized and clean. 
• Verify and confirm material lead times and purchase orders as needed to maintain an efficient schedule. 
• Verify that all required materials, fixtures, etc., are on the job when needed, including any items supplied by the Homeowner.
• Perform job progress reports and completion of punch lists.  

Qualifications of the Renovation Superintendent:

• Experience and Education - Minimum of 4 years construction experience, thorough knowledge of trades, and be computer literate. Experience in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) is preferred. Experience in Construction Management Software (i.e., Buildertrend) is a plus. Strong knowledge of New Construction/Renovation processes and building codes. Must be able to read and interpret construction plans. 

·       Physical Demands - Endurance and ability to visit entire job sites on their feet most of the day; endure extreme heat and cold weather conditions; climbing stairs or other elevated structures; lift up to 100 lbs.; Climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

·       Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. 
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to extra hours of work if/when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.