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Superintendent 1
Responsible for the supervision of assigned project engineers, assistant superintendents, trainees, and direct labor, while creating a challenging and rewarding environment for professional growth.
Location Asheville, NC Office Charlotte Job ID 1165
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Responsibilities
- Manage the production, quality, safety, and timely profitable completion of assigned project through subordinates, subcontractors, and other vendors.
- Review and approve timely subcontractor requisitions and invoices as designated by the Lead superintendent in accordance with the Company's accounting procedure.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned project engineers, assistant Lead superintendents, trainees, and direct labor, creating a challenging and rewarding environment for professional and personal growth.
- Under the direction of the Lead superintendent, review, coordinate, and process timely shop drawings and samples and specification sheets.
- Ensure that the Company's safety program is enforced at a zero-tolerance level on the project site at all times, and maintain adequate staffing with appropriate Harkins supervision when any subcontractor is working.
- Ensure that the Company's Quality Control Program is enforced. Assist with developing a site-specific quality control plan based on the Company template, conducting a thorough preconstruction meeting with every subcontractor prior to the commencement of the subcontractor's work, as well as any other meetings and inspections required to implement the Company's four-phase Quality Control Plan.
- Notify Lead superintendent in a timely manner of all changes in the Contract, problems with the design, etc. to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents.
- Seek approval from supervisor prior to the start of any work considered outside the scope of the Contract Documents.
- Ensure the timely distribution of needed utilities to the project in order to maintain the production schedule and the timely completion of rough-ins and model units (if applicable) to determine the standard of quality and to mitigate potential problems.
- Maintain a working set of as-built drawings on site at all times.
- Under the guidance of the Lead superintendent, prepare project schedules that represent a logical/detailed progression of work with reasonable time frames for completion of milestones and overall completion. Update schedule at least monthly or more often as the contract requires.
- Review preconstruction checklist to ensure proper bonding, insurance certificates, signed contracts, or any specialized paperwork (SF1413 for military projects, HUD, etc.) before subcontractors commence work.
- Work with field administrators to ensure that insurance certificates and wage reports are up-to-date.
- Assist with generating, and update regularly, all site logs, including shop drawing, RFI, material control, visitor and applicant flow, TO, etc., in accordance with company policy.
- Under the guidance of the Lead superintendent, generate purchase orders for non-contracted items.
- Assist with maintaining daily reports of all site activities.
- As directed by the Lead superintendent, chair weekly progress meetings with subcontractors and prepare and distribute meeting minutes in a timely manner.
- As directed by the Lead superintendent, participate in preparing for monthly job reviews, including Lead superintendent's projections, updated schedule review, etc.
- Expedite the construction of an exterior mock-up as directed to include exterior finishes, trim, roofing, windows, air barrier, flashings, and termination details. This will be done in a cutaway section, so all details can be reviewed and approved by architect and owner.
- Provide supervisor updates on project staffing and provide input on staffing needs.
- Attend required corporate meetings, training programs, and Harkins University seminars/webinars.
- Maintain professionalism and integrity in all contacts and communications.
- Produce the highest quality project in accordance with the plans and specifications.
- Exceed client expectations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Cumulative total of three (3) years of progressive experience in construction.
- Firm understanding to lead, coach, and train team members; monitor their work for quality and completeness; and foster a positive work environment that encourages the personal and professional growth of all team members.
- General knowledge of estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, negotiation, field supervision, and financial reporting.
- Demonstrated organizational, leadership, analytical, and communication skills necessary to organize resources, including people, materials, equipment, tools, and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Ability to understand, interpret, and implement plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
- Ability to calmly and professionally resolve or escalate issues with subcontractors and other third parties in a timely manner.
- General knowledge of solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of subcontracts, including without limitations, preparation of bid and subcontract scope language.
- Ability to create baseline schedules using logic/constraints.
- Ability to use construction management software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, and other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions.
- General knowledge of AIA contract documents, and in particular cost plus GMP contracts.
Benefits & Compensation
Harkins offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement. For this role, the base salary range is $60,000-$80,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life & Disability
- HSA/FSA
- 401k Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Profit Sharing Program
- Performance Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Mileage and Expense Reimbursement
- Phone Allowance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Jury Duty Pay
- Bereavement Pay
- Training Programs & Seminars
- Wellness Programs
- Health Fair
- Workers' Compensation
- Membership with Associated Builders & Contractors Association and other Professional Organizations
- Product Discounts with GE and other vendors
- Employee Award and Recognition Programs
- Discounts on Financial Planning
- Tower Federal Credit Union Membership
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