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Sedgwick Properties

Construction Superintendent

Sedgwick Properties, Chicago, IL, United States


Alpha Construction Services, Superintendent

Job Description:

Provide overall on-site supervisory and technical management of construction projects. Ensure client satisfaction is maintained.  Control all planning and coordinating of field activities.  Work collaboratively with project team including Project Managers, Project Engineers and Project Coordinators as required to manage the project as a team.

Essential Functions:

  • Supervise all construction to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule.  Interface with ownership, clients, A-E representatives, contractors, vendors, etc. 
  • Administer on-site safety program
  • Provide complete jobsite control including site logistics, organization, cleanliness and security.
  • Develop and manage project schedules
  • Schedule and coordinate subcontractors and ensure overall contractual performance
  • Provide technical assistance, i.e. interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc.
  • Implement and maintain tight quality control
  • Assist project management in developing and implementing project procedures, management tools, standards, etc.
  • Review submittals for compliance with contract requirements
  • Ensure all on-site personnel complies with project procedures, work rules, etc.  Document all violations, notify project management, recommend/implement corrective actions as required
  • Review change order (extra/credit) requests prior to submittal to owners
  • Effectively use teamwork to improve results
  • Complete daily reports 
  • Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction

Required Skills:

  • Thorough knowledge all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); trade agreements, jurisdiction, engineering, cost control and safety required
  • Strong communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential
  • Computer proficiency - ability to use MS (Word, Excel, Project), Internet, etc.
  • Aptitude for basic financial analysis
  • Ability to solve unstructured problems

Required Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years construction management and/or trade supervisor experience
  • Specialization in project sites from $20million to $50million