Key Responsibilities:
Project Oversight:
- Oversee all daily field operations to ensure the timely completion of the project.
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the activities of site workers and subcontractors.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor compliance with project plans, safety standards, and quality control.
Safety Management:
- Enforce job site safety procedures and ensure all team members comply with OSHA and company safety policies.
- Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings.
- Investigate and report any on-site accidents or safety incidents, implementing corrective actions.
Scheduling & Coordination:
- Develop and maintain construction schedules in coordination with the project manager.
- Ensure proper sequencing of construction phases and activities to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
- Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure the timely delivery of materials and services.
Quality Control:
- Monitor and enforce high standards of quality control on all construction activities.
- Ensure that all construction work complies with design specifications, drawings, and healthcare/industrial regulations.
- Perform inspections and testing as required, collaborating with inspectors and clients.
Team Leadership:
- Lead and direct on-site labor, subcontractors, and field staff.
- Resolve conflicts or issues among staff, subcontractors, and other stakeholders promptly and professionally.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
Client and Stakeholder Communication:
- Serve as the main point of contact for all field-related matters with clients, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
- Attend and participate in progress meetings, providing updates on construction progress, safety issues, and scheduling.
- Provide regular reports to the project manager regarding progress, challenges, and upcoming milestones.
Budget and Cost Control:
- Assist in controlling project costs by managing labor, materials, and equipment efficiently.
- Identify and resolve potential budget overruns or delays, proposing corrective measures when necessary.
- Ensure accurate timekeeping and reporting of on-site labor and materials.
Compliance and Regulations:
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with healthcare and industrial construction codes, standards, and regulations.
- Keep up-to-date with evolving laws and standards for healthcare facilities (e.g., infection control, cleanroom requirements, etc.) and industrial sites (e.g., hazardous materials handling, environmental compliance).
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 5-10 years of experience as a superintendent or similar role in healthcare and/or industrial construction .
- Education: A degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- Certifications: OSHA 30-hour certification, CPR/First Aid, and other relevant industry certifications (e.g., LEED, CHC – Certified Healthcare Constructor, etc.).
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
- Knowledge of construction scheduling software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare-specific standards (e.g., infection control, NFPA, ASHE guidelines) and industrial codes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in live, operational healthcare environments.
- Experience with large-scale industrial projects (e.g., manufacturing plants, refineries, etc.).
- Familiarity with specialized construction such as clean rooms, mechanical systems, and controlled environments.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work on active job sites with regular exposure to potentially hazardous environments.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and manage construction sites for extended periods.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on the project location.