Commercial Construction Superintendent

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Since its inception, Ryzec has quickly become known for its integrity, capability, thoroughness, & skill. From home remodeling to commercial development & construction, Ryzec Building Group has the experience to do the job well & the dedication to ensure the job is done right.

We are currently looking for a Superintendent to join our team.

Primary Purpose of Role:

A Ryzec Building Group superintendent is responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, project oversight, & closing out projects. A Superintendent should be a highly motivated, organized, & self-managing individual adept at managing teams of subs, conflict management, communications, & documentation. The superintendent should be able to effectively manage a fast-paced project while maintaining schedules & budgets. This position will oversee various subcontractors & vendors on projects all while ensuring the bottom line, safety, schedule, & quality are maintained. Must be able to work with little or no supervision while managing multiple teams. Position requires the ability to manage high volume, quick turn, retail projects with major retail clients. Must be able to manage multi-million-dollar project budget & track all costs associated. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage Projects from planning to close-out
•  Understand our client’s organization, equipment, store layouts, & operational goals all while managing their expectations 
• Understands budgeting & knows pricing for commercial construction. 
• Adapt to project challenges well 
• Ability to travel to jobsite  
• Be present & actively available on jobsite constantly observing progress, not sedentary
• Conduct weekly jobsite safety checklist & take ownership of best safety practices for avoiding, mitigating, or reacting to findings & observations
• Leading multiple construction teams to deliver project ahead of time & within budget  
• Contracts Management / Contract Negotiation knowledge 
• Scheduling- including, but not limited to subs, materials, scope walks, pre-cons, & punch walks
• Develop, implement & manage best practice construction processes 
• General Contractor management 
• Communicate with PM daily on progress
• Review/Scrub plan sets & specifications for code accuracy, potential errors &/or omissions, missing scope, etc. – Submit RFI’s to PM’s as needed
•  Communicate with PM’s on their needs & expectations throughout the course of the project to ensure Ryzec & client needs are met
• Communicate all project risks / challenges to the PM as soon as they occur or come up
• Ensure all your projects have all required permits & trade permits before construction start
• Conduct project kick-off meetings with subs/vendors on ALL projects on day 1 to outline schedules, change order policies, & expectations
• Conduct Safety Meetings every Monday during the course of construction & submit to PM’s & safety each week
• Manage all subs & scheduling during construction to ensure the project schedule is maintained
• Order/Manage/Track project materials to ensure the project schedule is maintained
• Manage job costs
• DO NOT allow any sub to do ANY out-of-scope work on your project unless the PM has given WRITTEN approval
• Manage resources effectively & efficiently
• Do a FaceTime/Video call with PM’s at least twice a week during construction so the PM understands exactly where the project stands through the week
• Work with your PM to ensure the project schedule & budgets are maintained
• Communicate any potential changes to schedule &/or budget to PM’s ASAP
• Create regular reports during construction. Please refer to the Daily Reporting Process on how to accurately fill these out
• Create weekly reports depending on the project and/or client. Weekly reports should include clear & detailed two week look ahead.
• Have your project punch ready for punch date – this means ALL work is 100% complete, ALL EQ is 100% operational, & we are ready to turn the store over to the client
• Communicate to the PM if your store will not be 100% ready for the scheduled punch date, PRIOR to the actual punch date
• Manage the close-out of all projects (i.e. inspections passed, CO in-hand, all subs have invoiced, & all unconditional lien waivers have been submitted by subs)
• Must be able to value engineer a set of construction documents 
• Training of staff & monitoring their development 
•  Must adhere to all guidelines in the Employee Handbook by displaying responsibility & knowledge of project budgets
• Submit all expense reports every Friday

What We Are Looking For:

• 4-year degree in construction or equivalent experience in related field.
• Ability to work under pressure & coordinate numerous activities & groups of people simultaneously.
• OSHA 30 Certification, or within 30 days of hire
• Quick thinking, motivated individual willing to learn our business & our clients.
• Dependable & able to work a flexible schedule as workflow dictates.
• Ability to read & interpret detailed blueprints.
• Ability to read building plans & understand big picture construction processes to drive projects to a successful completion while working with a varied team of subcontractors & vendors
• Subcontractor & Vendor Management
• Time management skills to ensure schedules are maintained, open lines of communication are maintained, documentation is provided, etc.
• Experience or ability to learn construction specific software (i.e. Redteam, Microsoft Project, Excel, Smartsheets, Bluebeam, etc.) to effectively organize & manage the project process
• Ability to diffuse conflict as it arises & communicate accordingly
• Ability to work under deadlines & ever-changing environments on multiple fronts
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships with all stakeholders & be skilled at mediating issues
• Ability to adapt to changing demands & priorities
• Strong analytical skills in evaluating situations
• Financial integrity & responsibility
• Critical thinking & conflict resolution skills
• Moderate level computer skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 15%

Work Environment:

• General construction
• Travel- 15%
• Weekend work 
• Ability to lift 75 lbs  

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation 
• Per Diem for food, lodging, phone, & incidentals 
• Fuel & Mileage 
•  Medical, dental, 401K, & life 

Work Schedule: Varies

Position Level:

Construction Management. Knowledgeable in contractual obligations, timelines, safety, budgets established for construction projects

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions & level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties & skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to make changes as needed due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. 

Ryzec Building Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a , it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.