What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Superintendent position at Miller Valentine?
At Miller Valentine, our culture is anchored in high-performance and high-values, and serves as the foundation for every position within our organization. With our core values as our guiding light, each team member not only adopts these principles but lives them out collaboratively, contributing to an environment where we work together to achieve outcomes and build certainty.
- We are open and HONEST. Our relationships are built on trust and thrive on communication.
- We hold ourselves and each other ACCOUNTABLE; united by our commitment to the team and to the customer.
- We are people on the front lines, ensuring the SAFETY of our teammates and the success of every project.
- We are building a place where ideas are born; diversity is celebrated, and CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT is the only path.
- We are PASSIONATE. About our work. About having fun. And about becoming a better, smarter, stronger version of ourselves.
PURPOSE:
Supervises the field construction of a project, including its organization, planning, and scheduling, in order to complete the work on time, within budget, and to quality specified.
Position Duties:
- Primary liaison with owners/ architects/ engineers for the day-to-day construction activities of the project.
- Develop and implement overall project work schedules identifying the critical path including the expediting of scheduled critical materials and equipment for their timely delivery to site.
- Lead, supervising and developing all MVCC field staff, including providing input on or completing performance appraisals.
- Develop and manage the overall site safety program as required and ensuring subcontractor compliance with MVCC standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
- Manage and make decisions related to the performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control and trade employee staffing levels.
- Oversee work among all trades to promote and coordinate project operations. Resolving local area problems regarding procedures, precedence, design clarifications, adequate labor and equipment, schedule and all other appropriate matters.
- Manage labor relations with subcontractors and MVCC trade staff.
- Implement mock-ups and associated testing, review and approval.
- Ensure all necessary permits and insurance are in place and kept current for the term of the project. Acting as liaison to inspection agencies.
- Perform in the capacity of Storm water Compliance Coordinator (SCC) in accordance with MVCC’s Storm water Compliance Program.
- Manage the General Conditions and General Requirements for the project to maintain budget.
- Manage the billing process as it relates to Work-In-Place (WIP) and overseeing the monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices and subcontractor payment applications.
- Manage the work to ensure that it is installed in compliance with and conforms to the approved contract documents.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Collaboration - Builds Collaborative Relationships
Builds collaborative relationships by partnering internally and externally to achieve shared objectives.
- Accountability - Ensures Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Continuous Improvement - Demonstrates Continuous Improvement
Strives to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement in support of high-quality performance for self and the organization
- Results - Achieves Results
Works to achieve desired outcomes and objectives safely, efficiently, and timely
Experience | Proficiency | Performance | Accountability |
~4-7 years of internal or external experience in a similar role or education equivalent. Specialized expertise in multiple systems, processes, and market sectors. | Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in complex systems, processes, and market sectors; oversees work execution of varying size and complexity with support; mentors and trains others effectively; manages cross-functional teams. | Performance exceeding expectations in a level III position for at least 24 months. May have supervisory responsibilities. | Individual Contributor or Supervisory |
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- ~4-7 years of internal or external experience in a similar role or education equivalent. Specialized expertise in multiple systems, processes, and market sectors.
- Education or Education Equivalent: 4-year degree in Engineering, Construction, or Architecture from an accredited College or University. Other related degrees accepted if supported by construction-oriented coursework or relevant experience.
- Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in complex systems, processes, and market sectors; oversees work execution of varying size and complexity with support; mentors and trains others effectively; manages cross-functional teams.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the general and subcontract documents, drawings, specifications, construction means, methods and materials, understanding of line and grade and survey methods.
- Knowledge of construction cost control and basic accounting procedures.
- Ability to implement leading-edge technologies such as Lean to benefit the project.
- Strong management, leadership and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
- Proficient knowledge of Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, as well as estimating and project management utilizing cost accounting software (Viewpoint preferred) and Procore.
- Capable of training and advising others effectively.
- Quick to grasp new systems, processes, or market sectors.
- Demonstrates effective communication skills with diverse teams.
- Able to train and support colleagues efficiently.
- Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively with diverse audiences through various mediums, including written reports, business correspondence, and presentations.
- Proficiency in numerical calculations, including discounts, percentages, and basic algebraic concepts.
- Capacity to analyze problems, gather data, and make informed decisions based on factual evidence, while also interpreting technical instructions.
