General Superintendent

Overview Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self‑perform construction, and technology start‑up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. Suffolk—America’s Contractor— is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3 000 employees, and 17 offices worldwide. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission‑critical, and commercial sectors. Benefits include competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, market‑leading medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer match, life insurance, tax‑deferred savings accounts, backup daycare days, disability coverage, commuter benefits, and more. Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission‑Critical Group, such as relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances. The Role The General Superintendent provides overall leadership and strategic direction for field operations across one or more projects, ensuring safe, high‑quality execution aligned with schedule, budget, and Suffolk standards. This role serves as a key field leader, mentoring superintendents and field teams while partnering closely with project leadership, clients, and trade partners to drive successful project delivery. Responsibilities Monitor assigned projects for conformance with the construction schedule, expected quality levels, and adherence to the company’s Standard Operating Procedures Work with clients and architects throughout the project, responsible for developing relationships that generate client satisfaction Recruit qualified talent; mentor, coach, and train them to perform and ensure effective matching of talent to project scope, including Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, Career Start Project Engineers, and Co‑ops Provide leadership, advice, and assistance to field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel, and methods of construction Serve as an advocate for Field Operations Actively participate in the development of business by supporting the Business Development Department Pre‑construction/Estimating: Participate in sales presentations and pre‑construction services Review projects for constructability, develop a plan for construction Prepare a summary baseline schedule by providing the logic and durations of major work activities to the scheduler Confirm baseline schedule achieves the delivery requirements of the project Create site access and staging/sequencing plans and conduct technical reviews Provide input on budgets and determine field staff requirements Attend the Project Turnover meeting Provide the Project Team input on scope reviews and Exhibit "B"s Construction – responsible for implementing all Suffolk policies and procedures: Field Staff Assignments and performance evaluations Weekly site visits to evaluate conditions including safety and general presentation Ensure that field personnel are performing to established standards Oversee the development of the baseline schedule and monitor all project schedules for compliance Provide leadership in the monthly update and narrative process Confirm that workmanship and materials conform to plans and specifications Review project schedules during weekly visits, highlighting potential challenges Provide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasible Ensure timely completion of punch lists Participate in the one‑year warranty walkthrough, ensuring timely completion of all issues and that appropriate records are kept Client Relationships and Meeting Management: Attend all scheduled meetings necessary to monitor and manage projects Attend owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM/PE) meetings at least twice monthly Maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions Communicate relevant information to project teams Foster and maintain effective working relationships with team members Training: Coordinate field training in job‑specific and safety training Ensure that field staff are trained according to Suffolk guidelines Participate in design and delivery of Suffolk‑specific training Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and experience relative to size/scope of projects Minimum of 15 years of general contracting experience Specific experience related to the characteristics of each project, beyond generic construction knowledge Applicable area licenses The ability to constantly multi‑task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations Business judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processes Excellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful construction Judgment to know when to appropriately elevate issues up the chain of command A strong sense of urgency and initiative, and the ability to quickly study complex issues Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action Excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to interact effectively with senior management, and the ability to handle and resolve conflict effectively in a firm but fair manner Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine‑motor hand and finger skills using a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking is required. EEO Statement Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk. Compensation Information Base salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total compensation package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Suffolk Construction