Job Title: Construction Superintendent

Reports To: Director of Field Operations for Sioux Falls/EVP of Construction for outside markets

FLSA Status: Administrative Exemption

SUMMARY

The role of the Construction Superintendent is to execute and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. From a stated project objective, the Construction Superintendent will oversee the completion of the design phase, implement a plan and execute multiple projects simultaneously. The Construction Superintendent will be responsible for all quality control throughout the project life cycle.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITLIES

• Work with the Project Manager to understand and refine project requirements. The Construction Superintendent may also be required to work with the development team, leasing team and/or project owner to further define project requirements.
• Manage design services on projects when required. Oversee the completion of construction documents and assure accordance with lease and/or contract requirements.
• Work with the city to obtain permits /entitlements.
• Procure and work with surveyors and excavators to establish boundaries, site grades, and site controls.
• Procure and work with Surveyors, Utility Contractors and Excavators to develop infrastructure.
• Procure and work with geotechnical engineers to procure soil reports and administer solutions.
• Coordinate the removal/fill of dirt on future developments and on-going projects.
• Work with owners, engineers and architects to value engineer projects.
• Prepare agendas for meetings with owners, tenants, architects, engineers, designers, and trade contractors.
• Develop preliminary schedules and budgets.
• Assist the implementation of the corporate safety program.
• Have the necessary experience and knowledge to estimate all types of projects.
• Work with Accountants on detailed descriptions of change orders, request for proposals, and project overages.
• Continuously update job cost reports to insure projects are meeting stated goals and in current with all changes.
• Update and assess the monetary status of the job and take the necessary action to limit unnecessary job costs.
• Cultivate relationships with sales representatives or potential trade contractors.
• Implement continuous improvement and lean production.
• Ensure all certificates and inspections have been obtained prior to project close out.
• Maintain good relations with prospective tenants, clients, owners, personnel and trade contractors.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to establish confidence with potential clients.
• Knowledgeable about all aspects of the construction process.
• Intuition to stay abreast with technological advancement and innovative design.
• Strong problem-solving skills; think outside the box and willingness to question the overall design.
• Conceptual estimating: Able to establish budgets for complete projects from early schematics.
• Fast Track Budgeting / Estimating: Able to protect budgets during early phases of construction while final drawings are still in development.
• Knowledge of the detailed aspects in mechanical, electrical, structural and architectural reasoning.
• Ability to manage trade contractors and understand the timing of related tasks.
• Strong understanding of OSHA requirements and the ability to work well with Safety Officers, Safety Consultants and OSHA inspectors.
• Working knowledge of energy efficient and sustainable design and construction.
• Ability to establish a positive rapport and maintain good working relationships with the owners and clients through the completion of the project.
• True desire to complete a project with conscious care, commitment and concentration.
• Stress Management.
• Active member of the community.
• High degree of flexibility and tolerance for change.
• Computer literate.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
• Ability to carry out multi-task projects.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate degree preferred in related field; 10+ years of experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The job is performed outdoors and indoors on construction sites with occasional time spent in an office setting.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Must be aware and conform to all safety requirements when in the building, operating motor vehicles, or in the field performing duties for the company.