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Knutson Construction Services · 2 days ago

Superintendent

Rochester, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$105K/yr - $165K/yr

10+ years exp

Knutson Construction Services is a commercial construction company seeking a Superintendent to manage on-site operations for construction projects. The role involves leading daily field operations, ensuring project efficiency, and maintaining safety standards while maximizing financial performance.

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Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Christa Holmen

Responsibilities

Leads daily field operations for assigned projects

Develops and updates master schedule in coordination with the project team, and controls implementation at the site to ensure timely project completion

Plans, coordinates, and communicates site activities daily for project efficiency and profitability

Reviews and approves the sequencing of materials, equipment, and sub-contractors to the site

Works with Project Management team for development and review of Subcontractor Scope of Work documents

Mentoring opportunities for Assistant Superintendent, General Foreman, Foreman, Field Engineers, and Project Engineers

Prepares and submits weekly timecards

Coordinates with Project Engineer for development of Procurement Log for the project

Maintain a comprehensive daily construction log by documenting site activities, reviewing and consolidating subcontractor reports, and ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant project documentation

Assists Project Management team in writing and managing RFI’s

Collaborates with the Estimating Department to understand project plans and specifications

Serves as a liaison between the owner and construction team to deliver The Knutson Experience

Enforces Knutson’s quality assurance/quality control policies and practices

Manage on-site construction project costs to maximize financial performance and minimize risk

Approves invoices and allocates construction project costs

Identifies and communicates out-of-scope work to the project team

Identifies and provides documentation on project related issues (such as labor, costs, delays, weather) that can impact the financial performance of the job

Develops and maintains positive relationships with stakeholders (such as owners, design teams, subcontractors, inspectors, regulatory agencies, and others) to promote project efficiency and position Knutson Construction for future opportunities

Works with stakeholders to identify alternative solutions to project challenges

Participates in business development activities to support company growth objectives

Assists in the selection, training, development, and performance of field staff to retain a motivated, professional workforce for Knutson Construction

Wears appropriate work attire and consistently represents Knutson Construction in a professional manner on job sites

Communicates and models the vision and values of Knutson Construction to create a sense of teamwork among employees promoting One Knutson

Prepares and tracks all required logs and inspections as required by OSHA and MPCA

Understands, communicates, and enforces a Zero Incident safety culture to ensure a safe working environment on the project site, preventing accidents and lost time injuries

Leads by example as the primary safety leader for the project site, demonstrating and promoting safe practices at all times

Partners with all trade partners to execute safe work plans and ensure adherence to safety practices throughout the project

Leads daily huddles for the project to discuss safety, current work activities, and disruption avoidance. Conducts safety audits on a weekly basis throughout the project

Works with the Safety Department in responding to on-site OSHA inspections

Completes and submits all required documentation for safety accidents on a timely basis

Completes safety training as scheduled and participates in random or as-needed training sessions, as determined by the company

Qualification

Commercial construction experienceBuilding codesProject management skillsOSHA 30 trainingCost management skillsCommunication skillsMicrosoft software proficiencyLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsTeamwork skills

Required

10 - 15 years (minimum) experience commercial construction; having safely completed projects from start to finish (expertise in project life cycle)

Proven ability to effectively lead and manage large on-site construction teams

Knowledge and adherence to building codes, OSHA standards and state and federal regulations

Knowledge of construction processes (reading drawings/blueprints, understanding specifications, field labor, etc.)

Skill in tracking, managing, and projecting project cost and schedule status

Skill in managing and executing project goals

Demonstrated skill in verbal and written communication with project teams, subcontractors, field personnel and owners; able to confidently communicate and influence desired outcomes

Ability to motivate others to achieve project goals

Ability to prioritize multiple demands to meet project requirements/schedules

Personable and energetic with strong communication skills

Professional, calm demeanor

Proactive problem solver capable of managing conflict and resolving problems escalated from field staff while maintaining confidentiality

Completed OSHA 30 training and/or other related safety training programs

Willingness to travel as needed to support projects