McCownGordon Construction · 1 day ago
Senior Superintendent
McCownGordon Construction is a company focused on delivering high-quality construction services. The Senior Superintendent leads overall construction operations for complex projects, ensuring safety, budget management, and effective team development while fostering a strong company culture.
Responsibilities
Supports preconstruction, leads and manages operational plans for project pursuits
Develops and manages the overall construction schedule(s)
Reviews and offers feedback for trade partner scopes of work and contract prior to be finalized
Supports the overall project permitting process
Develops General Conditions and General Requirements
Manages and provides feedback to associates developing overall site mobilization, construction workflow, and comprehensive hoisting and rigging plans
Manages and/or leads project pre-planning/kick-off meetings with trade partners prior to mobilization
Manages, prepares, and implements project safety plan with guidance from the Safety Department
Manages weekly site safety walk-throughs, ensures documentation, and corrective actions are immediately resolved
Coaches project team to assist in assessing project risk
Leads by example to set the tone and expectations for the safety culture of the project
Leads and/or manages the ORM process, ensures they are completed and documented daily
Manages and engages in Safety Orientations, ensures they are being conducted and documented for every worker onsite
Ensures trade partner safety requirements are received and in place prior to site mobilization
Leads the review of Hazardous Building Material Survey(s)
Leads potential High-Risk Activities and assists with the pre-planning and implementation of action plan
Leads Safety Stand Downs onsite
Manages comprehensive equipment needs with the Logistics Center using the equipment utilization plan
Leads budget review and establishes a plan to maximize tool and equipment rental enhancements
Manages production rates with team to ensure work is being performed within budget and unit requirements
Oversees the development of project staff and field craft needs
Ensures self-perform is receiving adequate notice for any manpower request
Provides feedback, addresses disciplinary issues, encourages and recognizes team members
Manages schedule, coordination, and unit tracking of field craft and self-perform tasks
Manages and coaches project staff for the development and implementation of recovery plan if needed to get back on track
Works with Building Performance Solutions to ensure services are used as required for the project (if applicable)
Manages QAQC site specific plan
Ensures non-conforming work is being identified, tracked and corrected through proper documentation
Manages overall mock-up process, develops a plan, and ensures implementation
Manages and leads preinstallation meetings prior to any trade partner starting work
Ensures project is secure, site logistic plan is implemented, and company branding is installed
Leads and manages overall project documentation ensuring documents are maintained, organized, and up to date
Manages and ensures regular photo documentation is being conducted
Ensures changes or field as-built are documented with the design team
Co-develops and leads or supports team in OAC and weekly Progress Meetings
Manages overall implementation and compliance of the SWPPP
Ensures all utility locates have been completed prior to any required excavations
Ensures building control points are established, identified and protected
Assists and coaches team to ensure FWD's are in place ahead of any extra work being started
Ensures project site is clean, organized and representative of McCownGordon expectations
Builds and maintains superior relationships with clients, design team, trade partners, and associates
Participates in community and professional associations
Represents the company in a professional manner at all times
Proactively addresses issues/conflicts and follows through to positive resolution
Represents Company as liaison for all project site visitors
Develops and promotes a high performing team
Mentors and develops Superintendents as requested across the organization
Ensures the overall schedule management processes are updated, complete and accurate in accordance with procedures, and policies
Leads change control process, including impact analysis, documentation, and internal and external communication to all project stakeholders
Monitors adherence to project schedule milestones identifying risks and deviations
Manages and coordinates trade partners, vendors and site staff on a weekly /monthly / quarterly basis
Ensures master schedule is updated and delays are properly documented
Ability and/or effectively works in the scheduling software
Ensures owner contract, trade partner contract, and COIs are in place prior to commencement of work
Ensures the understanding of owner contract, risk, deliverables, and terms and conditions
Ensures overall delay documentation processes (permit, weather, trade partner, etc.) are complete
Ensures project specific risk mitigation plan is in place and adhere to
Identifies and manages resolution of complex and difficult situations with engagement from appropriate leadership
Manages the self-perform, GCs/GRs, and Logistics Center budgets
Reviews reconciliation of cost with project management team monthly
Manages weekly labor and material reports, communicates discrepancies to appropriate leaders
Identifies, develops, and manages corrective measures to steer project back in budget
Reviews with project management to determine if trade partner's monthly billing are accurate
Reconciles Field Work Directives on a weekly basis with project manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
10+ years' experience in the construction industry
Basic knowledge of personal computer and e-mail applications
Proven ability to accurately schedule construction activities or projects
Demonstrated success in effectively managing safety on projects
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret contract documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients, trade partners, or associates
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
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Company
McCownGordon Construction
McCownGordon Construct deliver industry-recognized expertise knowledge and technical solutions to its clients.
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