Senior Superintendent

OverviewThe Senior Superintendent provides overall direction on projects, and develops and maintains strong working relationships with the owners and architects throughout the project lifecycle. This individual evaluates project performance, site conditions, safety and quality standards, compliance with scope, and effective management of trade partners. This individual is also responsible for ensuring that constructability reviews, logistics plans and baseline schedules achieve project turnover requirements.Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.ResponsibilitiesOversee, manage, and document all day-to-day job site activities including OSHA safety complianceDirect field personnel according to the project plan and Suffolk supervisory principlesCommunicate issues, events, performance, and progress daily to the Project ManagerReport any problems promptly to the Project Manager to facilitate the most cost-effective solutionsEstablish effective working relationships with Clients, Suffolk team members, subcontractors, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction. On union projects, maintain effective working relationships with trade union business agents and managersRequest advice and assistance from the General Superintendent or Project Executive on matters pertaining to materials, sequencing, scheduling, logistics, and personnelProject Start-Up/Turnover Meeting:Identify pre-mobilization activities in conjunction with the Project Executive, General Superintendent, and the Project ManagerDevelop start-up schedule with Project Manager and send it to the Project Executive and General Superintendent for reviewScheduling: Assist in formulating and implementing construction schedules in the fieldEstablish and implement the Project Baseline Schedule based on the project contracts and subcontractor input, considering any elements that might impact the scheduleMaintain the schedule and ensure that work performed is consistent with the contract and will meet or exceed client expectationsUpdate Project Schedule monthlyProvide progress report with the six-week look ahead of schedule to the Project Manager and the field staffLead Pull Planning meetings and 6 week make ready plan meeting in conjunction with the Project ManagerSafety:Ensure that all subcontractors participate in a safety pre-construction meeting prior to starting work on the projectEnsure that all subcontractors have a full set of MSD sheets on the project, as well as their site specific safety plan and current insurance certificate or OCIP/CCIP enrollment IDReview the project daily to ensure that all activities are being performed in accordance with all OSHA and governing requirements and the project site specific safety planQuality Management:Ensure that all pertinent benchmarks for the project are established and inserted into the baseline scheduleEnsure that all appropriate individuals become members of the Q-TeamEnsure that all 1st delivery inspections and Benchmark inspections occur per the baseline schedule so as not to impact the progression of the subsequent workEnsure that the inspections are approved, documented and communicated to the project teamSubcontractor and Site Management throughout the Project:Manage site pre-construction including pre-construction survey, job site utilization and staging plansMobilize the field office and maintains the job site to Suffolk standardsOrganize documentation of the job site for easy access and reviewManage subcontractor performance to quality and ethical standardsWork with PM to identify and resolve personnel issues and construction process revisionsManage all phases of the construction process including documenting and reporting site activities and progress, manage excavations and assist with Job Site Utilization PlanMeeting Management:Attend project turnover, mobilization, and project coordination meetingsAttend/chair safety pre-construction meetingsAttend/chair weekly foreman and safety meetingsAttend/chair monthly schedule review meetingsAttend/chair Pull Plan Meetings and 6 Week Make Ready Plan MeetingsAttend closeout meetingsAttend owner meetingsAttend/chair subcontractor meetings and any others necessary to monitor and manage the projectAdministrative Management:Complete and implement construction office checklists including emergency phone listsComplete daily reports and maintains logs of key activities, files and shop drawingsManage the quality and condition of all material deliveriesMaintain required safety reporting and all other required files to Suffolk standardsInsure that as-built working drawings are maintained as well as the current drawing log and revision log, communicating this to the subcontractorsProject Closeout:Manage subcontractor closeout, transfer of utilities, owner training, work list and punch listTraining:Recognize the importance of participating in training program by contributing both in class and as a SMEQualificationsBachelor’s degree in applicable discipline and experience relative to project size/scope8 to 12 years of experience related construction fieldsEach project has specific characteristics regarding size, complexity, sector, etc. which dictate the precise years of experience and industry knowledge necessary for success, above and beyond generic construction knowledge and experienceApplicable area licensesExcellent team development skills and leadership abilitiesStrong ability to partner with the Project Manager and staffMust possess effective communication skillsCapable of dealing with ambiguity and tight work oversightAble to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs and organizational issues while maintaining excellent customer relationsMust possess business judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processesExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to take action confidently and decisivelyThe ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problemsCandidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and CaringWorking ConditionsWhile 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 in the use of 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 their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.EEO StatementSuffolk 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 InformationWhere required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards 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 total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.About SuffolkSuffolk 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, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. 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. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here. Job SummaryID: 2026-12053Job Location : Location: US-FL-MiamiType: Regular Full-TimeCategory/Department: Field Operations