What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent-Healthcare position at Swinerton?
Job Description Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Healthcare Superintendent with 8–10 years of proven experience managing complex healthcare construction projects. Based in Atlanta, this role is pivotal in leading on-site operations, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering excellence in healthcare construction. While healthcare will be the primary focus, this role may also support projects in other key markets such as aviation, K–12, higher education, multi-family, and commercial office—offering a dynamic and diverse project portfolio.
Job Description
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
We are seeking a seasoned Healthcare Superintendent with 8–10 years of proven experience managing complex healthcare construction projects. Based in Atlanta, this role is pivotal in leading on-site operations, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering excellence in healthcare construction. While healthcare will be the primary focus, this role may also support projects in other key markets such as aviation, K–12, higher education, multi-family, and commercial office—offering a dynamic and diverse project portfolio.
Job Description
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Organize, direct, and coordinate field construction teams, including subcontractors and direct hire work.
- Serve as field liaison between project management, design teams and facility staff.
- Review all drawings, specifications, and subcontractor submittals.
- Support BIM coordination efforts by collaborating with VDC team to resolve field conflicts.
- Prepare and maintain the CPM project schedule. Must have P6 experience.
- Assure work quality and enforce standards for quality control.
- Create and implement necessary infection control and interim life safety measures.
- Enforce safety procedures and participate in the Safety Training Program.
- Engage in start-up testing and oversee project turnover to the Owner.
- Document and complete all punchlists in a timely manner.
- Prepare reports including time sheets, work orders, daily logs, and invoice approvals.
- Chair or attend pre-job conferences and regular subcontractor meetings.
- Order and manage materials and tools procurement.
- Build and maintain trust with Owners and Architects.
- Proactively manage and mitigate project risks.
- Supervise multiple projects across a large geographic area, as required.
- Assist with recruitment and training of trade personnel.
- Mentor assistant superintendents and project engineers to foster professional development.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
- Minimum 8 years of supervisory field experience on complex healthcare construction projects.
- Proficient in job scheduling, planning, expediting, and cost control; Primavera P6 experience preferred.
- Proven ability to lead and develop field staff.
- Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent experience.
- Proficient in construction management software such as BIM360, Bluebeam, Procore, etc.
- Working knowledge of Infection Control Risk Assessment, Interim Life Safety Measures and Joint Commission Standards.
- Working knowledge of all trades; prior experience as foreman, journeyman, or project engineer preferred.
- Experience managing self-perform work.
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations and healthcare-specific safety protocols (e.g., ICRA, ILSM).
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- High sense of urgency and accountability.
- Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Understanding of lean construction principle.
- Willingness to travel for project needs.
- Current STS Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.