Superintendent

Purpose:

The Superintendent leads daily field operations for an assigned project, coordinating Rabren field staff and trade partners to deliver safe, quality work within schedule and budget goals. Working closely with Project Management, this position plans construction activities, directs field execution, and resolves jobsite issues in accordance with Rabren Best Practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Best Practices & Relationships

• Establish daily field priorities and expectations; implement Rabren Best Practices and maintain productive relationships with owners, designers, inspectors, trade partners, and the project team.
• Lead and develop assigned field personnel; recommend staffing, equipment, training, and personnel actions to leadership.
• Review construction documents and methods with Project Management and trade partners; resolve coordination issues and communicate decisions clearly.

Procurement & Field Coordination

• Plan site mobilization, access, temporary facilities, deliveries, storage, equipment, and protection of completed work.
• Provide field input on scope coverage, buyout, constructability, and long-lead needs; verify required subcontract documentation and approvals with Project Management before work starts.
• Coordinate trade interfaces and MEP installation requirements; verify receiving records and timely availability of approved materials and equipment.

Field Cost Control

• Manage field labor, materials, equipment, and production within approved budgets; review labor and job cost reports and act on unfavorable trends.
• Provide labor projections and staffing needs to Project Management; document scope changes, delays, rework, and unforeseen conditions with supporting field records.

Schedule

• Develop and maintain the CPM schedule with Project Management; convert milestones into coordinated look-ahead and daily work plans.
• Lead trade scheduling meetings, track production and commitments, remove constraints, and develop recovery plans when progress falls behind.

Safety & QA/QC

• Lead site safety planning and implementation; conduct orientations, toolbox talks, site walks, and required meetings with safety resources and trade partners.
• Correct unsafe conditions promptly, enforce site requirements, and report incidents; maintain a clean, orderly site and appropriate access controls.
• Implement the project QA/QC plan; coordinate pre-installation reviews, mockups, testing, and inspections, and verify deficiencies are corrected before concealment or acceptance.

Daily Reports & Documentation

• Complete and verify daily logs, photographs, manpower and production reports, field purchases, and other required records in Procore or the approved system.
• Maintain current field drawings and as-built information; coordinate RFIs, submittals, and design decisions with Project Management and document significant field events accurately.
• Lead field closeout, including punch lists, final inspections, commissioning coordination, turnover readiness, and assigned warranty resolution; participate in OAC meetings as needed.

Other Duties

• This description does not cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant field experience.
• 5 years of relevant construction experience with demonstrated success leading field work and coordinating multiple trades.
• Knowledge of commercial construction methods and sequencing, including concrete, structural steel, carpentry, building enclosure, interiors, and MEP coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to manage site safety, quality, schedules, field costs, and trade performance; ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to develop field personnel and resolve jobsite issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore or similar construction management software, and project scheduling tools.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30.
• First Aid/CPR.
• Experience with BIM/VDC coordination and design assist.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish.

Rabren Success Factors and Team Expectations

• Drive for Results, Strive for Improvement, Create Trust with Character and Action, Team Up, Solve Complex Problems, and Build People.
• Humble: Put the team first, welcome feedback, and share credit. Hungry: Take initiative, follow through, and pursue improvement. People Smart: Listen well, communicate respectfully, and consider how your actions affect others.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervises assigned Rabren field staff, including Assistant Superintendents, Field Managers, field engineering staff, foremen, craft personnel, laborers, and interns. When a Senior Superintendent is assigned, responsibilities follow the project’s reporting structure. Conduct performance reviews and establish development goals for direct reports. Make hiring, promotion, and staffing recommendations.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work in construction jobsite and office settings, with a significant portion of the day outdoors.
• Walk or stand for extended periods
• Lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Navigate areas under construction involving stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting.
• Work at elevated heights as assigned, using required training and protective equipment.
• These duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Hours and Travel

Full-time position. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand. Travel to Rabren jobsites and offices is required.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Rabren is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other reason prohibited by law.