Construction Superintendent (Makers Line)

Company: Makers Line
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Description:Makers Line is a Multifaceted General Contractor located in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. We specialize in many styles of construction and is one of the largest in Multifamily and Vertical building. CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT POSITION SUMMARYMakers Line is a full-service general contractor our projects include new construction, adaptive reuse, multi-family, and beyond. We are looking for talented and driven people to help build a team and create a culture while performing at the highest level. The superintendent works closely with others on the project team to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the design, budget, and schedule. The Superintendent coordinates plans and supervises foremen, subcontractors, and other trade and labor personnel. Assists in efforts to ensure all materials, equipment, and inspections meet design requirements and schedules. The superintendent provides interpretation of drawings and recommends construction methods and best practices as required.Supervision/Personnel

• Supervises and schedules Subcontractors' on-site company personnel in person
• Assumes responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project
• Acts as a mentor and encourages subordinate growth and development
• Seeks to build the morale of all team members by positive reinforcement, feedback, etc.
• Follows company hiring and dismissal procedures in accordance with Makers Line's corporate values and legal requirements
• Maintains all employee time cards and distribution of payroll stubs; ensures employee time is turned in and properly coded
• Mentors and encourages subordinate growth and development, and builds the morale of all project team members through positive reinforcement, feedback, etc.Project Management
  • Ensures that all on-site personnel comply with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules, etc. Documents all violations, notifies Project Management and recommends/implements corrective actions as required
  • Seeks input from staff on how to improve process, project, company, etc.
  • Ensures everyone is working using the most current drawings. Inputs all correspondence into the drawings, request for information (RFI), architectural supplement instructions, etc.
  • Ensures that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and in photos
  • Ensures job closeout procedures are followed, including the punch list, and verifies its completion
  • Attends and represents the company in applicable meetings, such as the job kick-off meeting, weekly project meeting, monthly project manager-superintendent meeting, owner-architect (OAC) meeting, monthly job review meeting, and management report meeting (upon request)
  • Attends required trainings, such as monthly general and breakout sessions and those scheduled on training matrix
  • Coordinates with project team to create RFIs, check the status of all the answers to ensure they have been incorporated into the project, and distribute to all subcontractors and keep records accurate
  • Coordinates with project team to ensure shop drawings are compliant with contract documents and other trade work.
  • Assists the project manager in acquiring information for Project Status Report
  • Manages rental and Makers Line's equipment by ensuring proper maintenance, swift return to vendor, regular inventory, proper use, and obtaining a rent-to-own agreement on rental equipment
  • Collects and ensures daily reports and weekly safety reports are complete and accurate
  • Ensures all force account work, back charges, and scope changes have proper signatures and approvals
  • Becomes familiar with and utilizes the designated project control/management software (Pro-Log Manager)
  • Uses appropriate technical information (e.g., electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.) in performing job functions
  • Assists in the development of training concepts and/or classes
  • Seeks to learn changes in the industrySchedule Management
    • Works with the project team to establish goals and develop accountability
    • Coordinates and directs all subcontractor and vendor deliveries to ensure timeliness and efficient placement on site
    • Ensures that the project is being constructed according to the master schedule and that the milestone dates are being achieved
    • Manages project staging, access, hoisting, vertical and horizontal movement of material and craft people; and tracks productivity compared to the budget
    • Holds and conducts weekly subcontractor meetings and on-site safety orientation meetings
    • Identifies schedule risks and plans of action and keeps project manager up-to-date on risk exposures to add to exposure log
    • Creates and maintains look ahead schedules using MS Project to be reviewed with subcontractors, Project team, and others as required
    • Updates master schedule
    • Identifies active and potential delays to the project and assures that these delays are being documented and communicated to the project team
    • When needed, creates a recovery plan for project delaysFinancial Management
      • Ensures all purchases, orders, and invoices are properly coded
      • Assists project manager in establishing quantities in place for pay requests to the ownerSubcontractor Relations
        • Maintains excellent working relationships with subcontractors
        • Verifies subcontractor completes the assigned scope of work
        • Gives input, when requested, to the project manager in the creation and/or modification of accurate subcontract agreements
        • Negotiates with subcontractors to eliminate back charges
        • Ensures subcontractors' prices are accurate and fair
        • Keeps records of project documents and ensures subcontractors keep as-built drawings up to dateJob/Site Setup
          • Works closely with city officials in requesting and coordinating applicable inspections
          • Mobilizes and secures the site; also puts in place safety measures associated with the signage
          • Oversees the commissioning and start-up of project systems
          • Ensures a stormwater pollution prevention plan is in place at the beginning of each project
          • Sets and enforces quality standards by conducting routine inspections and identifying deficiencies
          • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assignedAdditional Tasks
            • Assists the project manager with preparation and review of monthly pay applications
            • Engages in business development department in pursuing future opportunities
            • Coordinates with the project team to process RFIs
            • Coordinates with the project team to process submittals and reviews them as needed. Coordinates with the project manager to manage the change order process
            • Coordinate with the project team to maintain meeting minutes
              • Develops meeting agenda with the project manager
              • Records compiles and distributes meeting notes
              • Updates agenda each week with the Project Manager
              • Ensures that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and in photos
              • Maintains MSDS sheets at the project office and all safety-related informationRequirements:CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT BENEFITS
                • Medical / Dental / Vision
                • Generous holiday and PTO Schedule
                • 401K
                • Long- and Short-Term Disability
                • Life insurance
                • Pet friendly environment
                • Family Oriented Culture
                • Team Building Environment CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT EDUCATION / EXPEREINCE REQUIRMENTS
                  • 3 years of related experience working on commercial construction projects; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
                  • A Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field of study or equivalent years of experienceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
                    • Extensive knowledge of established construction and maintenance practices, procedures, and techniques as well as applicable local, state and federal building codes
                    • Familiarity with a wide range of equipment and tools and proficiency in skilled construction, maintenance, and repair tasks
                    • Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control
                    • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and employees at all levels of the organization
                    • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
                    • Ability to effectively lead and manage teams
                    • Thorough and attentive to details; extremely organized and able to prioritize and multitask
                    • Ability to proactively plan for any risks and activities to help meet or exceed the deadline
                    • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
                    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in the workplace
                    • Ability to read and understand work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
                    • Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, memos, blueprints, contract documents, and specifications
                    • Possess strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Project, ProcorePhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and will be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions, including rain, sleet, snow and wind, heat. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.Hazards: May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold as well as certain unsafe environments; occasionally works near moving equipment and mechanical parts and electrical equipment; possible exposure to fumes or airborne particles; possible exposure to internal liquids. This is a safety-sensitive position where a momentary lapse of attention can result in serious injury or death. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally very loud. Must follow all safety requirements carefully.PM22PI207938829

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