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J.A. Wagner Construction

Project Superintendent

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What they do

A Construction Superintendent runs day-to-day operations on a construction site and controls the short-term schedule on the site. Also performs important quality control and coordinates subcontractors. Often works in cooperation with construction project manager.

$103,621 / year median in Indiana

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Project Superintendent to lead and oversee construction projects from inception to completion. This role is vital in ensuring that projects are executed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive construction site experience, and expertise in managing complex construction operations. As a Project Superintendent, you will coordinate teams, manage subcontractors, review technical drawings, and ensure compliance with all safety and construction regulations. Your proactive approach will drive project success and foster a collaborative work environment.
Skills/Knowledge:
Ability to work at/with all levels of an organization, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to shift gears when necessary, strong organizational and communicative skills, strong knowledge of the Design/Build construction process, ability to plan and schedule complex construction schedule, ability to manage multiple crews or trades.
Primary Duties & Tasks:
  • Supervise and coordinate all field operations on the assigned project.
  • Have a complete and thorough understanding of the project drawings and specifications and all of the subcontractor's scopes of work. Have a thorough understanding of the project to forecast any potential problems or delays and find effective solutions before causing any negative impacts on project budget or schedule.
  • Review, field verify and approve any applicable shop drawings or approval drawings in the field with assistance from the project manager, if applicable.
  • Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to coordinate material deliveries, material ordering, material issues, and any other conflicts or problems that arise.
  • Document any addendums, construction bulletins, RFI's and field modifications to the drawings. Maintain a set of as built plans throughout the duration of the project. Ensure that each subcontractor is complying with all drawings and specifications.
  • Inspect all work, point out any deficiencies and have poor workmanship corrected.
  • Assist with the formulation of a master project schedule and maintain a "three week look ahead" schedule on a weekly basis to assist in keeping to the master schedule.
  • Implementation of the project schedule. Monitor construction schedules and ensure adequate manpower and timely completion. Coordinate work with all subcontractors to maintain the job schedule.
  • Attend regular weekly scheduling meetings at the office and review the project schedule and any important points with the company.
  • Attend any applicable project review meetings with the project manager and client.
  • Implement, monitor, and review company's safety program for the assigned project. It is important to ensure that the job site meets all OSHA requirements and regulations.
  • Maintain a clean, organized and orderly job site.
  • Conduct a weekly job site safety self-inspection.
  • Hold weekly job site safety meetings with all subcontractors, if the job warrants.
  • Set up field office and ensure the field office has all the required postings, signs, safety manuals, SDS manuals (refer to the job site safety checklist).
  • Maintain positive relationships with subcontractors, architects, inspectors and the project owner and communicate with all of the above when needed.
  • Acknowledge, understand, and live the J.A Wagner core values.
  • Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the project manager.
Join our team as a Project Superintendent if you're passionate about leading impactful projects that shape communities! Bring your expertise in managing complex construction operations while fostering a safe, efficient work environment that drives excellence at every stage of the project lifecycle.
Pay:
$75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
construction management: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person