Schuchart · 1 week ago
Superintendent (Out-of-State Travel Required)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expSchuchart is a construction company seeking a Superintendent to oversee field construction projects. The role involves supervising project organization, planning, and scheduling while ensuring safety and compliance with contract requirements.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Cultivate and maintain relationships with both prospective and existing clients, including representing the company at networking events to foster future business opportunities
Contribute to client proposals by conducting site visits, performing quantity take-offs, participating in client/architect interviews, and supporting the project manager in developing schedules and work plans
Ensure full understanding and execution of the Main Contract requirements with the project owner
Plan the construction program, encompassing temporary construction services, site layout, equipment needs, major supply procurement, and long-lead item identification. Prepare and issue site logistics plans, coordinating with subcontractors and project managers
Maintain a thorough understanding of contract drawings and specifications, keeping an updated set of the latest issued construction documents
Oversee all safety-related matters on the job site, including those involving subcontractors. Responsibilities include: Development and enforcement of the Site-Specific Safety Plan and adherence to the Company Safety Plan
Ensuring all employees receive proper training prior to undertaking new work activities (including Daily Job Hazard Analysis)
Documenting and maintaining records of daily and weekly safety meetings
Ensuring tools and equipment are in safe operating condition, with damaged or unsafe items tagged and removed
Leading accident investigations and maintaining safety documentation and reporting
Maintaining a job-specific MSDS book and managing HazMat awareness as part of the safety program
Ensure a Schuchart Safety Bulletin Board is visible on all job sites, displaying required safety information
Conduct job site orientation for all new employees, ensuring orientation reports are documented and filed
Post required building permits, inspection reports, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) notices on-site in an accessible location for all employees and subcontractors
Ensure all safety and labor-related information is displayed on the Schuchart Safety Bulletin Board
Comply with EEO guidelines and other regulatory requirements, ensuring all job site postings are clearly visible to all workers
Secure written approval from the owner before proceeding with any work outside the original contract scope
Maintain accurate As-Built Drawings throughout the project and submit them to the Project Manager upon completion
Ensure proper management of project files, including subcontracts and daily reports, and submit them at project completion
Review and update the construction schedule regularly and monitor actual progress against the master schedule. Provide weekly short-interval work schedules for site meetings
Optimize field crew productivity while minimizing labor and material costs. Know and assess production rates and unit costs for direct work, and submit labor forecasts to the Project Manager weekly
Develop and maintain production targets for direct work activities
Monitor subcontractor agreements, ensuring compliance with terms and that all necessary insurance certificates are on file prior to work commencement
Coordinate, direct, and monitor subcontractor activities, ensuring all work is completed according to contract requirements
Prepare and submit Requests for Information (RFIs) to the Project Manager for logging and tracking
Assist the Project Manager in reviewing submittals and specifications related to the work
Host weekly site meetings and coordinate with subcontractors and foremen to address project issues, including safety and schedule updates
Ensure high-quality work that meets or exceeds company standards and all applicable codes and contract requirements
Implement and maintain an efficient material requisition system, managing all field purchase orders and ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment
Communicate delivery requirements to the Assistant Project Manager and coordinate all deliveries to the job site, expediting as necessary
Maintain a daily diary to document significant events and submit Daily Job Reports to the Project Manager, detailing equipment, personnel, and progress
Manage labor relations on-site, keeping the Project Manager informed of any issues and seeking assistance as needed
Ensure accurate timesheet completion and weekly submission for approval, including crew details, work performed, and appropriate cost coding
Review material receipts and submit them to the Project Manager weekly, assisting with the approval and coding of invoices
Review subcontractor progress payments and support the Project Manager in evaluating final cost projections
Assist with the preparation of monthly profit projections and the review of Payment Applications with the Owner/Architect
Contribute to performance evaluations of direct reports and assist in the delivery of annual appraisals
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, with at least 2 years of experience in a leadership role such as Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent, is required
Proven experience in managing tenant improvement and ground-up construction projects
Strong knowledge of construction processes, project management, safety regulations, and contract management specific to tenant improvement projects
Experience with reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
Prior experience in job site safety management, including knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety training, and maintaining safety documentation
Are you willing and able to travel regularly for this job?
Tenant Improvement: 3 years (Required)
Ground-up: 3 years (Required)
Construction: 5 years (Required)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
Familiarity with construction management software, scheduling tools, and project reporting
Benefits
401(k) with a 4% company match
20 days of paid time off (PTO) plus 8 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Accident plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid parking for Downtown Seattle employees and a cellphone allowance
Subsidized fitness membership and tuition reimbursement
Referral Program
Company
Schuchart
Schuchart is a full-service general contractor serving commercial clients.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Christian Geismann
Chief Financial Officer
Michael P. Rechnitz
Chief Operating Officer
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