Lead Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Lead Superintendent

Because of their continued growth, a General Contractor in the local area is seeking a Lead Superintendent to join their team. As a leader in the building industry, my client hires the best and provides them with outstanding opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

The Superintendent is responsible for providing leadership and management to assigned projects safely, profitably and timely. The Superintendent manages the work in a manner consistent with standards of quality and integrity and will participate in the marketing, estimating, bidding, and contract negotiation phases of the projects assigned.

This is the highest management level at a project site.

Key responsibilities of the Lead Superintendent include: responsibility for project success, including safety, schedule, profitability, quality, and customer satisfaction. Participate in business development, including client contacts, relationships, proposals, presentations, and negotiations for selected projects. Establishes and maintains professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. Responsible for understanding and administering prime contract terms and conditions, contract documents, subcontract agreements, purchase order agreements, etc. Participates in preparation and review of estimates Champions the orderly, timely transition of projects from the estimating phase to the field. This transition shall include project review meetings, which encompass a review of contract requirements, general conditions, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, and purchase order agreements. Coordinates with the Project Superintendent the means and methods required for the successful and profitable execution of the work. Assures coordination with the Project Superintendent and the procurement schedule with the Project Engineer. Pays particular attention to prevention and documentation of delays or changes. Uses available reports to manage costs and prepare accurate cost projections. Reviews and executes all change orders, supplements, and cost control budget adjustments. Manages all billings to ensure timely submission of payment applications and collection of payments from the owner to maintain a favorable cash flow position. Responsible for the timely preparation and execution of purchase order agreements and subcontracts concerning insurance certificates, bonds, and the appropriate lien waivers. Completes close-out requirements and punch lists promptly. Provides feedback to estimators for use in future bidding or negotiations, especially subcontractor performance evaluations.

Job requirements of the Lead Superintendent: Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience. Experience in preconstruction and managing construction projects and a thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems, productivity analysis, construction operations, and cash flow procedures are essential. This manager-level can manage large projects of a complex nature and multiple projects. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.

For immediate consideration for the position of Superintendent, send your confidential resume to linnae.itterman@gogpac.com or call/text 605.789.2069 for more information. All qualified candidates will be contacted and given further information. All inquiries are confidential!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.