Sr. Superintendent – Los Angeles

Our client is consistently recognized as a best workplace, and for commitment to safety, sustainability, and community partnerships.  They hire the very best in the construction industry and strives to create an environment that encourages innovation, responsibility, and client satisfaction. If you are looking to be a part of an open, supportive team and receive exciting challenges that promote personal and professional growth, look no further!

• Job Summary

  The Senior Superintendent is responsible for managing all field operations on the project assigned in order to achieve timely and profitable completion of work. The Senior Superintendent directly supervises Superintendents, Foremen, and Laborers/Craft workers. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

  SALARY RANGE: $163,250 – $245,450 company wide

  Benefits

  • Group medical, vision and dental insurance including choice of two benefit plans – a PPO plan and a high deductible / Health Saving Account Plan with company contribution to HSA.
  • Company-paid Short- & Long-Term Disability plans, group Life Insurance, and AD&D plans
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans (for health care and dependent care)
  • Untracked / Unmeasured vacation.
  • Sick Leave accrued at 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a carryover of 80 hours
  • 9 paid Holidays each year
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • If you are in the union, please refer to your local collective bargaining agreement.
  • Annual Discretionary Bonus based on company profitability and your manager’s assessment of your performance.
  • A 401(k) savings plan under which our client matches the first three percent of your deferral with a 100% match and the next two percent with a 50% match for a total matching contribution of 4% of your pay. You are immediately 100% vested in all contributions. We provide both traditional (Pre-Tax) and Roth (post –tax) contribution options in our 401(k) plan.
  • We’re also proud to be an employee-owned company. This means you get an ownership stake through a benefit called an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). It’s 100% company funded and is invested in company stock. You can participate in this long-term plan after you complete 1 year of service (with at least 1,000 hours).
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, toll pass and fuel card

  Job Responsibilities

  • Direct on-site supervision of field labor force including Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, and other construction related personnel.
  • Assist Sr. Project Manager in the supervision and responsibility of the total construction effort in accordance with design, budget, quality, and schedule.
  • Assist with providing technical assistance (interpretation of drawings, recommendation of construction methods and equipment, etc.) as required, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection.
  • Inspect contractor or subcontract operations to ensure compliance with contract.
  • Review and approve trade contractor payment applications with Project Manager.
  • Maintain good relationships with internal and external clients, including representatives of Owner, Architect/Engineer and partners.
  • Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Sr. Project Manager.
  • Develop quality assurance & controls; conduct quality inspections.
  • Coordinate site testing and inspection efforts.
  • Monitor costs, including labor time and material.
  • Communicate and enforce safety and health management program.
  • Demonstrate commitment to an injury-free environment through own actions and mentoring others.
  • Manage schedules, including preparation of detailed short-term schedules and ensuring all activities take place on or ahead of scheduled dates.
  • Prepare and submit Superintendents daily reports to document weather and field conditions, trade and subcontractor manpower, progress and conditions impacting the project, as well as accident reports, quality reports, etc.
  • Conduct subcontractor meetings.
  • Attend and participate in project meetings.
  • Provide training and education to support field Superintendents and Engineers.

  Qualifications

  • Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field preferred.
  • OSHA Certification.
  • First Aid/CPR certification.
  • Minimum 8 years of industry experience.
  • Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of project management software programs.
  • Broad understanding of industry.
  • Familiarity with requirements of drawings and specifications and with terms and conditions of project contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good math/accounting skills.
  • Strong management skills.
  • Strong ability to read drawings and specifications.
  • Functions effectively as part of a team.
  • Exhibits strong leadership qualities.
  • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
  • Delegates work appropriately.
  • Strong decision making/problem solving skills.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Capable of traversing over construction-type terrain when under development; moving through the construction site and the materials in place for use on the site; climbing ladders and temporary stairways; conducting visual inspections of quality of construction and materials being used in construction. Conduct jobsite walks to ensure successful project completion. Conduct jobsite walks to identify and eliminate safety hazards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our client believes in collaboration, team building, and a strong supervisor/employee relationship. To accomplish this, the duties of this role are not performed in a remote capacity, and we expect that all employees will complete work in an office/job site setting.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the job site. The noise level in the work environment and job site can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.