Superintendent

Job Title: Superintendent

Location: Phoenix, AZ 

Job Summary:  Responsible for assisting management in the general business operations of the company by overseeing the onsite management of projects, including the supervision and oversight of onsite personnel and subcontractors.  This position will direct onsite personnel and subcontractors in the planning, coordination, and execution of work with the end result being a quality project completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and which attains or exceeds profit goals, while promoting and enhancing client relationships and the company’s image. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Superintendent will be primarily involved with performing the following duties and responsibilities.

• Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve field operations issues.
• Effectively plan, schedule, oversee, and manage onsite activities of project to ensure project’s goals and schedules are met.
• Identify and proactively resolve field problems, issues, and conflicts to prevent project delays.
• Perform a qualitative review of all contract documents for potential conflicts or interpretation issues to mitigate risk; review design documents for compliance to specifications and contract, subcontract documents for scope completeness, and all project plans, scopes, submittals and shop drawings for specification compliance and design/constructability issues.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of all project plans, specifications, owner contract, subcontracts, purchase orders, daily correspondence, shop drawings, submittals, and all other project related documents, and maintain a complete and accurate set of as-built drawings.
• Proactively schedule and coordinate all subcontractors to ensure completion of the project in accordance with the project schedule and to ensure that no additional costs are required for completion of work.
• Plan ahead on future construction activities (e.g., 3-week look ahead schedules) to ensure efficient and productive transition from one day to the next and from one project to another.
• Monitor subcontractors’ work and ensure they deliver work competently and in accordance with all applicable construction and engineering standards and codes, contract documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, safety and environmental rules, and quality control/assurance standards.
• Assist Project Manager, Preconstruction, and client personnel during a project’s planning phase, including preparation of work sequencing, alternative solutions, and execution plans.
• Advise Project Manager of project issues, events, performance, and progress of the project. Provide overall project schedule impacts and identify root causes for project schedule delays.
• Inform and consult with General Superintendent regarding any difficulties or restrictions experienced in the ability to adequately perform required documentation, Quality Assurance and Control, execution of work, or other project responsibilities.

• Purchase necessary materials and supplies, inspect for quality and quantity, and review and approve related invoices.
• Guide project to completion to ensure proper close-out and maintain and review punch list process to ensure all items are addressed and executed in a timely manner.
• Supervise assigned Assistant Superintendent(s) and/or other field personnel.
• Hold and/or participate in project meetings (e.g., subcontractor safety preconstruction meetings, meet with client representatives to discuss construction status and activities, weekly subcontractor meetings, etc.).

This position will also require performance of the following duties:

• Handle project set-up to include obtaining trailer, equipment, required signage and postings, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other items in accordance with company procedures. Demobilize at project end.
• Through use of CMiC, complete accurate daily reports (including weather and subcontractor manpower reports), safety logs, equipment rentals, and cost coding.
• Assist the Project Manager in issuance of monthly payment applications (e.g., percent complete of each activity).
• Work with Project Manager and Project Administrator to ensure material deliveries and manpower loadings are in accordance with the project schedule.
• Through use of CMiC, provide minutes of weekly superintendent/subcontractor meetings to attendees and Project Manager.
• Create (or assist Project Manager with) Requests for Information (RFI’s) as needed.
• Participate in applicable corporate meetings and forums.
• Make recommendations for ways to improve field business operations (including processes, procedures and best operating practices), looking for ways to increase client satisfaction, improve efficiency and improve profitability.
• Advise Project Manager or VP/GM of possible new work opportunities with existing or new clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note:  The Superintendent should not (and will not be required to) perform manual duties, such as operating equipment.

Safety:

• Comply with all safety policies, report suspected safety concerns, make recommendations for enhancements to the safety program, and visibly support and uphold the company’s strong safety culture.
• Ensure all construction activities are conducted in a safe, clean and orderly working environment and ensure job site compliance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), including addressing job site issues and documentation of any IIPP events in adherence with the Company’s IIPP manual.
• Conduct weekly safety audits of the worksite and ensure that discrepant items are immediately corrected; maintain documentation of both audits and corrections made.
• Conduct and document Safe Start meetings with each subcontractor’s Project Manager and/or Foreman, regular safety orientations for new subcontractor workers, weekly safety/coordination meetings with subcontractors’ foreman, and weekly “All Hands” meetings.
• Ensure all safety documentation (Safety Program, Site Specific Safety Plan, Site Specific MSDSs, JHAs, Designated Safety Person, First Aid/CPR Certifications, etc.) is submitted before allowing a subcontractor to start work.
• In coordination with the Regional Safety Manager, manage OSHA site visits.
• Remain current in all company required safety training and certifications.
• Acknowledge and celebrate safe behaviors and actions of others.

Personal:

• Understand and work within the accepted ethical standards of the company.
• Proactively support and encourage diversity on projects and team. Visibly support and promote fair and equal treatment and opportunity for all.
• Remain current in all company required training and certifications.
• Stay abreast of changes in the industry, best practices, and other industry information by appropriate reading, meetings, conferences, networking, etc.
• Continuously find ways to take on challenges, increase skills and capacity, and improve knowledge and performance.

Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Superintendent with a construction general contractor.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Design-build experience on relevant project types.
• Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.
• OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to deliver a quality project safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the client’s satisfaction.
• Thorough understanding of all local, state, federal (including OSHA), and company safety and environmental regulations, codes, and requirements related to the construction industry; ability to impart knowledge to others.
• Ability to work well with discretion and independent judgment with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, maps, surveys, mechanical and electrical sheets, project schedules, cost reports, and other construction documents; understanding of contract provisions which address scope of work and design criteria.
• Working knowledge of all sub trades.
• Ability to supervise others, including organized labor.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make timely decisions.
• Excellent skills in organization, time management, planning, and prioritization
• Proactive and readily adaptable to changing conditions or demands and ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Professional demeanor and effective interpersonal skills; ability to successfully interface with and to maintain good working relationships with clients, co-workers, managers, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Ability to effectively handle stress and stressful situations.
• Proficiency in computers, Microsoft Project, Word, Excel and Outlook, and CMiC.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach.
• Occasionally required to crawl.
• Frequently lift 10 lbs and occasionally lift more than 25 lbs.
• Extensive reading from documents and computer. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours and flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently and for extended periods.

Work Environment

• The majority of the Superintendent’s duties consist of office and non-manual work in the field; however, working in an office is at times required.
• Will be exposed to outside weather elements while in the field.
• May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, and/or airborne particles while in the field.
• Dress, including proper PPE, is conducive to a building construction environment.

Please be aware that www.alstonco.com is the only recognized website by Alston Construction, and any other websites or domain names are not affiliated or associated with Alston Construction. 

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  We expect all employees to maintain a respectful working environment.  For additional information, please refer to the Alston Construction Employee Handbook or contact Human Resources.