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Commercial Construction Superintendent - Industrial

Job Description:

 

Superintendent – Industrial - Hurt, VA

Job Description

A Superintendent or Traveling Superintendent directs the work flow of the project on site consistent with the project schedule and HITT safety and quality standards. This role sits within HITT's Industrial group, which delivers new construction, renovations, expansions, and fit-outs across distribution centers, warehouses, manufacturing, aviation, automotive, mission critical, advanced manufacturing, central utility plants, and other complex industrial facilities nationwide. This position supports a newly awarded industrial campus in Hurt, VA. The Superintendent provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The Superintendent communicates project priorities to site staff and all subcontractors, serving as the primary leader on site for the construction project.

Project Overview

• Newly secured project in southern Virginia supporting a growing industrial market in the region

• Large-scale, long-duration build (100+ weeks) with an established site team structure, including multiple superintendents, assistant superintendents, project managers, and APMs

• Site setup and mobilization underway now, with groundbreaking next month

• Backed by HITT's broader Industrial platform, which collaborates with project stakeholders to develop focused action plans that bring complex projects online as fast and safely as possible.

• Growth opportunity within HITT's Industrial group, which also covers advanced manufacturing, mission critical, energy, power generation, and heavy civil work

• Out-of-town assignment with per diem support for the duration of the project

Responsibilities

• Understand and administer the HITT safety program across all subcontractors, ensuring prompt reporting/investigation of incidents and assisting with outside agency inspections

• Maintain HITT quality standards for all aspects of the project

• Maintain daily logs of activities and site conditions, manage the punch list, and drive the closeout process through owner/architect acceptance

• Work with the project manager to formulate the project schedule, ensuring proper installation methods and sequencing, and following through on schedule commitments

• Maintain strong working relationships with all subcontractors, ensuring fair treatment and building goodwill within the local community

• Ensure accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understand subcontractor scope to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identify/resolve problems early

• Develop and organize the site team, arrange temporary facilities/utilities, and identify/expedite long-lead items

• Collaborate with the project manager and site team throughout the project, working within a larger, multi-tiered site organization

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in construction, engineering, or business strongly preferred; additional work experience accepted in lieu of a degree

• 5+ years' experience in commercial or industrial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor

• Experience working within a large team environment on a collaborative site team

• Layout, surveying, or trade experience a plus

• Tenant renovations, service work, occupied-space work, weekend/fast-paced project experience all a plus

• Mastery of building processes and best practices on complex industrial facilities

• Ability to organize people, tools, and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results

• Project lead/superintendent experience preferred, with strong, schedule-driven leadership ability

• Proficiency with MS Office (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), ProCore, Primavera P6, Adobe, BlueBeam

• OSHA 30 Certification preferred

• Ability to walk/stand for long periods; lift up to 50 lbs

• Willingness to work out of town for the duration of the assignment, with per diem provided

• Must demonstrate:

  • Clear, concise, professional communication, written and verbal

  • Positive attitude and passion for construction and the industrial sector

  • Ability to gather and interpret data into clear, actionable communication, connecting details to the bigger picture

  • Strong organization and prioritization across a large, multi-tiered site team

  • Consistent integrity with The HITT Way and HITT's core values

  • Continuous self-improvement and pursuit of growth opportunities within the organization

  • Adaptability to evolving technology, design, and means/methods

  • Collaboration across backgrounds and styles

  • Strong relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors

  • Punctuality, focus, and respectfulness

In accordance with Virginia Senate Bill 215 (SB 215), the base salary range for this position is:

$99,000.00 - $150,700.00

Compensation in other cities and states may vary. HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. The determination of salary is based on the candidate’s individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.