Commercial Construction Superintendent

Commercial Field Superintendent: Job Description, Compensation, and Benefits

Company Description
Solidus, Inc. is a full-service design-build construction company headquartered in East Hartford, Connecticut, with offices in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania. The company has been providing construction services for over thirty years. Our integrated approach encompasses the entire construction process, from design and architectural services to commercial ground-up construction and renovations. We specialize in branch transformation for the financial industry and have designed and built hundreds of banks and credit unions. Project profiles range in size from $100K to $20M , with work throughout New England, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, West Virginia, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

With several hundred clients, we have many great opportunities for new team members who want to be the best in their field. We offer consistent work, top pay, and comprehensive benefits. We want to expand our growing team. Additionally, we provide comprehensive benefits that encourage our employees and their families to build a lifelong relationship with us.

Primary Responsibilities

At Solidus, our Field Superintendents are the driving force behind our commercial construction projects. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee all stages of the project life cycle and coordinate construction activities.
• Develop, update, and maintain construction schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules, and ensure they comply with all project specifications.
• Utilizing construction management software to streamline project management and improve communication among team members.
• Review plans thoroughly, comparing interdisciplinary designs, trades, and identifying missing, mistaken, or conflicting details. Submit in writing to the appropriate designer of record via RFI. Work with the Project Manager to track and coordinate RFI’s
• Review all subcontracts, work orders, purchase orders, and change orders to become familiar with the scope and responsibilities of each subcontractor and vendor. Identify and communicate to the design/build team any scope or task that is not covered by the contracts or plans or is required by code.
• Review the project schedule against the plans and your vision for how the project will be built, considering construction and safety best practices, site size or phasing constraints, weather conditions, material availability, inspection sequencing, and requirements. Report and coordinate any schedule issues to the D/B team.
• Be the first to open the job and last to leave to close the site down. Solidus supervision must be on-site at all times when a contractor is on-site.
• Track and register all visitors. Monitor and remove any unrelated personnel to ensure safety. Maintain accurate records of employee attendance, site activities, weather, and progress reports.
• Supervise and coordinate all on-site activities for safety, compliance with the construction documents, coordination with other trades, and a high level of quality.
• Coordinate, manage, and maintain records of all required inspections. Report inspection progress to the D/B team.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to ensure that all activities align with the project plan, budget, and schedule.
• Receive and document all client/owner and Solidus deliveries. [ First choice is to have subcontractors receive their material.] Coordinate with the responsible Subcontractors to receive their own materials.
• Coordinate, manage and document all regularly scheduled job meetings communicating all current and upcoming construction activities.
• Inspect construction sites regularly to identify and eliminate potential safety hazards, work-related accidents, and injuries.
• Hold weekly Safety Meetings on construction safety regulations and accident protocol.
• Report site accidents in accordance with established accident protocol.
• Maintaining an accurate Daily Log of all site activities and conditions.
• Evaluating the performance of construction crews and recommending proactive corrections as needed.
• Document all field adjustments and changes on the record set of construction documents – typical red-line process.

Work Environment

• Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, and stooping for prolonged periods; using hands and fingers requiring dexterity; and good hand-eye coordination and motion control when handling tools, equipment, and related components.
• Project locations in New England.

Skills and Knowledge Base

To thrive in this exciting role, you will need:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Superintendent or similar role within the Commercial Construction industry.
• Proven experience in managing schedules, coordinating with subcontractors, and overseeing design-build commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency in using Smartsheet or similar construction management software.
• Extensive knowledge of construction processes, means, methods, and materials.
• Excellent leadership and project management skills.
• The ability to travel frequently and be on-site as required.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Compensation and Benefits

$100,000 - $120,000 /year plus bonuses and benefits

In addition to employee longevity, competitive compensation, and a supportive family atmosphere that respects work/life balance, we provide comprehensive benefits that encourage our employees and their families to build lifelong relationships with us.

• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision plan
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Travel reimbursement
• Incentive programs
• Bonuses and salary increases

Solidus, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring based on merit and qualifications. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us and include the position you are interested in.

Please visit www.gosolidus.com for more information.