Federal Construction Superintendent

Job Description

This position does not require relocation, however, it requires rotational travel for a minimum of 3 weeks at a time, with one weekend home (typical). Project locations vary.

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Conti Federal Services is a leading global construction and engineering company that has delivered some of the most demanding projects for the U.S. federal government. With roots dating back more than 115 years, Conti Federal specializes in disaster preparedness and recovery, classified and secure construction, critical infrastructure, and environmental remediation. We offer world-class service to our clients while remaining committed to our core values of safety, integrity, and compliance.

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With offices located worldwide, the Conti Federal team prides itself on its diverse workforce and promotes an entrepreneurial and energetic atmosphere. We are looking for a candidate with a can-do attitude who wants to join our growing team, which is filled with boundless professional opportunities and career progression. We are committed to individual career development by offering a challenging yet learning-oriented culture that seeks to retain and promote from within the organization.

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If you are looking to join a fast-paced and dynamic company, we want to hear from you!

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To learn more about Conti Federal, please visit

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General Position Description

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The Superintendent will be in control of all field operations and work hand in hand with our Project Management team to construct a safe, high quality, highly profitable project. The Superintendent role is key to creating great client relations and developing our greatest resource, our employees.

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This position has jurisdiction over all field operations including safety, quality, efficiency, planning, scheduling, managing resources, team building, risk assessment, cost estimation, subcontractor relations, and execution strategy.

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Responsibilities

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• Enforces all safety policies and must address safety violations among employees, subcontractors, and vendors.
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• Completes the project through the use of the Quality Management System.
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• Sets production objectives with the crews and makes sure those objectives are communicated and enforced.
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• Heads the creation of the project schedule with the Project Manager and continually checks to see that the plan is being executed.
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• Creates an accurate Four Week Look Ahead schedule on a weekly basis and adheres to said schedule.
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• Implements effective cost control measures to maximize profits in all facets of the project including labor, material, equipment, and other expenditures.
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• Excitedly builds a team by securing Top Performers through interviewing, assessing, mentoring, and retaining them.
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• Works with foreman on planning, surveying, plan reading, efficiency, an economical crew size, quality of workmanship, and overall safety of the project to create the most economical build of the project as possible.
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• Attends daily huddles for communicating, resolving issues and sharing ideas so that projects can maintain efficiency and profitability.
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• Has extensive knowledge of the key operational details of the subcontract and holds the subcontractor to the agreement and the company’s specifications.
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• Always seeks to keep the most efficient size fleet of equipment to maximize profits. Promotes culture of care for the equipment.
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• Seeks new work opportunities through client relationships.
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Qualifications

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• For Security Clearance Requirements – must be a US Citizen, as required.
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• Ten or more years of supervisory experience in the construction industry with increasing responsibility in the Federal marketplace.
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• Experience with large scale concrete placement as a Concrete Foreman or Superintendent is a plus.
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• Ability to lead a diverse group a must.
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• Federal government experience preferred.
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• Must have experience leading complex construction projects. Demonstrated ability to deal with different variables of a project such as difficult client and/or complexity of scope of work.
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• Extensive knowledge of various areas of construction (earthwork, structures, mechanical, utilities, electrical, etc.)
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• Working knowledge of the Safety Requirements of USACE EM385-1-1.
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• Working knowledge of Quality Control (QC) procedures on large projects is a plus.
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• Exceptional teamwork, communication, and people skills are essential.
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• Eager and pragmatic thinker, with excellent decision making skills.
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• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple items at any given time in a fast-paced challenging environment.
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• Must have a strong time management system and excellent organizational skills.
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• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 265, P6 Primavera, and basic knowledge of HCSS.
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Physical Requirements

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• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, crawling or stretching
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• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
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Pay/Benefits

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Conti Federal offers great benefits. We provide medical, dental and vision on the first day of your employment. Life insurance, 401(k) matching plan, EAP, wellness programs and many other optional programs are offered as well.

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All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire.

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Conti Federal is an equal opportunity employer and does not promote or enforce any preferences or workforce balancing on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, or national origin.