Commercial Construction Superintendent - Salem, OR

Position Summary:

The Commercial Construction Superintendent supervises and coordinates onsite construction activities.

Role and Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scheduling: Utilize specifications to plan construction procedures, considering start and completion times, staffing requirements, and various building methods. Collaborate with the Project Manager and General Superintendent to determine and implement a project schedule.
• Pre-Construction Coordination: Coordinate pre-construction meetings with the Project Manager, General Superintendent, Owner, and Project Stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of project goals and alignment before mobilization.
• Procurement and Material Management: Direct the procurement of tools and materials ensuring timely delivery in line with work scheduled. Oversee the delivery of tools and materials to meet project requirements.
• Coordination and Communication: Facilitate effective communication among stakeholders, including the owner, architect, subcontractors, suppliers, and the office team, to ensure a seamless project flow.
• Issue Resolution and Conflict Management: Address and resolve questions, concerns, and issues promptly and efficiently, aligning with project goals and expectations.
• Quality Assurance and Inspections: Inspect work in progress to ensure it aligns to specifications and the construction schedule, upholding high-quality standards, upheld by Kaufman Commercial.
• Progress Assessment and Adjustment: Evaluate project progress based on reports, materials used, and costs incurred. Adjust work schedule and plans accordingly to ensure project advancement. 
• Subcontractor and Labor Management: Monitor the performance and quality of subcontractors, suppliers, labor, and equipment on-site. Coordinate on-site labor, materials, and equipment efficiently.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal requirements, building and safety codes and local and state regulations.
• Safety and Regulatory adherence: Maintain project safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations, proactively taking measures to sustain a secure and safe working environment, including appropriate actions in the event of encountering hazardous materials such as asbestos, mold, silica, and others.
• Inspection Coordination and Scheduling (Regulatory and Jurisdictional): Organize and plan mandatory inspections, including local jurisdiction, special inspecting agencies, OHA, DEQ, USDA, and other relevant authorities.
• Testing Coordination: Manage and arrange construction testing and specialized inspections in accordance with project specifications.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Meet with clients to provide updates on project progress, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns.
• Cost Control and Reporting: Monitor cost control, job costing, quality reporting, forecasting, and productivity to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Project Documentation: Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including plans, permits, daily reports, correspondence, as-built drawings, and final closeout documents.
• Policy Implementation: Ensure consistent implementation of company policies, including safety, equal opportunity, quality standards, and housekeeping requirements.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform any other necessary tasks and duties related to the project to ensure its successful execution. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Possess five or more years of experience in the commercial construction industry.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of construction processes and methods, including a thorough grasp of building codes, design requirements, and accurate interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills, conveying ideas clearly.
• Strong leadership capabilities, motivating and guiding teams to achieve project objectives.
• Maintains high ethical standards, adhering to company policies and conducting job-related activities with integrity.
• Collaborates effectively with teams, assisting colleagues, customers, subcontractors, and others in achieving their goals and tasks.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and project management software and other related applications.
• Diligence in maintaining high standards of work quality and attention to detail.
• Must have an approved driving record, valid driver’s license, and meet insurability standards.
• Must have an approved background check.
• Must maintain a substance-free working environment.

Kaufman Commercial, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, uniformed military service, genetic information, or any other classification protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.