A Superintendent directs the work flow of the project on site consistent with the project schedule and HITT safety and quality standards. The Superintendent provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The Superintendent communicates project priorities to site staff and all subcontractors, serving as the primary leader on site for the construction project.
Responsibilities Understanding and administering the HITT safety program to include all subcontractors, ensuring that all accidents/incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assisting in safety inspections by outside agencies
Maintain HITT quality standards for all aspects of the project
Serve as the leader for all on site safety, managing a safe jobsite for all involved
Maintain daily log of all activities and site conditions, while managing the punch list and closeout process through owner/architect acceptance
Work with the project manager in formulating project schedule, ensuring that the proper methods and sequence of installation are followed, making and following through with schedule commitments, and maintaining HITT quality standards
Maintain good working relationships with all subcontractors on the project, developing relationships within the community which enhance business opportunities, and ensuring subcontractors are treated fairly
Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understanding subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identifying problems early and act immediately to provide solutions
Develop and organize the site team, arranging for temporary facilities/utilities for the site, and identifying long lead items that need to be expedited
Collaborate with the project manager and site operations team throughout the life of the project
Qualifications A four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
5+ years' experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
Tenant renovations, service work, work in occupied spaces, weekend work, fast paced project experience all a plus
Mastery of building processes and best practices
Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results
Project lead experience preferred Previous experience in a superintendent or project lead experience preferred
Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam,
OSHA 30 Certification preferred
Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 50lbs
Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
Organize and manage tasks and priorities
Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT's core values
Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement
Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods
Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others