Superintendent - Commerical Construction

  • Retail Construction Services
  • Lake Elmo, Minnesota
  • Full Time

Essential Functions

Specific duties include, but may not be limited to:

  • Coordinates and manages on-site construction activities from pre-start-up to completion; sets up and closes out construction site
  • Studies specifications and drawings to plan work-flows for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction
  • Assists in the development of project schedule; manages theschedule of activities and tasks on the construction site; coordinates various phases of construction to manage deadlines
  • Ensures proper permits are secured
  • Initiates and maintains relationship with Landlord from pre-construction meeting through project close-out and punchlist
  • Ensure compliance with land lord rules and regulations by all personnel on jobsite during construction.
  • Coordinates respective trade activity with land lord when necessary, i.e. sprinkler work
  • Schedules and coordinates all trades and vendors according to project schedule
  • Solicits prices from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers for review and approval by Project Managers; may prepare estimates in areas of self-performed work
  • Directs trade activities based on concept and interpretation of project drawings
  • Coordinates and manages, subcontractors, engineering, and others necessary parties at start of project tore views project from start through completion validating schedule commitments.
  • Determines materials, equipment and tools needed; orders tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
  • Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to project team for resolution
  • Assists Project Manager in locating and evaluating potential subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
  • Prepares various reports, i.e., weekly progress reports, attendance reports, materials used and costs, safety reports, expense reports; adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports
  • Reviews drawings, (i.e., shop, architectural, structural, etc.) that are issued to the field;coordinates and maintains a current set of drawings at all times
  • Creates as-built record set drawings and specifications as required by respective clients
  • Leads safety meetings; serves as on-site Safety Officer if one is not specifically assigned to the project
  • Manages inspection processes with local building authorities and Authorities Having Jurisdiction over the project
  • Liaises with any OSHA inspectors
  • Establishes and maintains high safety and quality standards in accordance with Company and industry standards
  • Ensures customer satisfaction with the project
  • Takes direction and completes any other duties as assigned by the project manager, VP of construction of VP of field operations.

Additional information:

  • 100% travel required
  • We pay for your lodging needs (while on a project away from home)
  • Daily meal Per-Diem (while on a project away from home)
  • Mileage reimbursement (while on a project away from home and at least 60 miles one way)
  • Travel home every 2 weekends as long as job schedule allows.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives, establish credibility and influences others.
  • Ability to positively and effectively lead employees and subcontractors to successfully accomplish a project.
  • Efficient use of Microsoft Office products and other computer-based data management systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret a variety of documents such as blueprints, safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Competent to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence within requirements and deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees, inspectors, subcontractors, landlords, clients and all other necessary parties.
  • Possess highly developed problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.

Work Environment

  • Indoor environment in malls or strip malls
  • Outside weather conditions possible for outdoor jobsite
  • Wet and/or humid conditions
  • Occasional exposure to high places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and/or heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration
  • Exposure to moderate to loud noise level

Physical Requirements

  • Push/pull up to50lbs
  • Lift up to 50lbs
  • Must be able to navigate through jobsite efficiently.
  • Must be able to safely use a ladder
Experience, Education and other Requirements
  • 5+ years construction superintendent experience
  • Valid drivers license with ability to use own vehicle to drive to the jobsite and evidence of insurability.
  • OSHA 30 certification highly preferred
  • Construction Management or related degree a plus
Job ID: 481820145
Originally Posted on: 6/18/2025

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