Senior Project Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Butler-Cohen Design + Build is committed to developing relationships, empowering our people, and executing our projects safely, transparently, and with a level of care and workmanship that our clients can be proud of. Our Superintendents ensure that the work at job sites is performed safely and organized while complying with safety, quality, and workmanship expectations that Butler-Cohen values.

Our Senior Project Superintendents maintain a full-time on-site presence at the Project Site to guarantee our commitment to building the right way and by the most cost-effective, schedule-conscious means possible. This position is assigned to larger, more complex projects exceeding $100M in value , leveraging their 15+ years of extensive industry experience in field supervision, coordination, and completion of the Work, and managing the Project Site. Senior Project Superintendents manage a team of Area Superintendents and other field staff including Field Engineers, and others to achieve our clients’ goals and expectations. They manage related tasks, including but not limited to, organization and coordination of Subcontractors, keeping records on Work performed and materials supplied, controlling of; exercising control over rate of construction progress to assure completion of the Project within the Project Schedule; inspecting or observing the Work to enforce conformity to the Contract Documents; and supervising trades, subcontractors, clerical staff, and other personnel employed in the construction of the project.

This position requires full relocation to the Midland/Odessa area for the duration of the project. Additionally, the role will require relocation and travel to future project locations as business needs dictate

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Senior Superintendents must demonstrate full mastery of all Superintendent responsibilities and the capability to perform the following:

Mentorship & Training

• Demonstrated experience directly managing and mentoring five or more Area Superintendents , with a proven ability to develop team members to assume increased responsibility and eventually lead projects independently.
• Provides regular feedback to the Project Executive and Field Operations Managers on observed trends and identifies areas requiring company‑ or department‑wide training.

Leadership Capacity

• Effectively leads staff meetings with a clear focus on critical priorities necessary to keep the project on track.
• Actively participates in superintendent meetings and contributes to strengthening the culture and effectiveness of those meetings across all levels.
• Requires minimal coaching from the Project Executive and Field Operations Managers to perform assigned job responsibilities.

Jobsite Administration

• Site Logistics - Create and maintain the site logistics plan.
• Housekeeping - Maintain a clean jobsite and ensure trade partners uphold cleanliness standards.
• Workflow - Maintain smooth work sequencing to support schedule; identify/execute “parking lot” work that won’t impact other activities.
• Jobsite Trailer - Keep trailer and facilities clean, organized, and always presentable.
• Daily Huddle - Lead daily huddles focusing on work plan confirmation, resolving constraints, and identifying hazards.
• Subcontractor Precon Meetings - Lead and document subcontractor preconstruction meetings with PM support.

Project Scheduling

• Ensure the overall project schedule is maintained or exceeded.
• Look Ahead Schedules - Create, update, and distribute look‑ahead.
• Pull Planning - Lead pull planning; monitor field production against plan and communicate deviations.
• Master Schedule - Participate in development and updates; track actual start/finish dates.
• Material Procurement - Coordinate needed‑onsite dates and collaborate with PM/PE on long‑lead items.
• Project Constraints - Identify constraints, communicate to team, and resolve assigned items.
• Delay Documentation - Thoroughly document delays in daily logs to support potential owner claims.

QA/QC

• Submittals - Verify delivered materials match approved submittals/specs; read/coordinate shop drawings; review manufacturer requirements.
• Preparatory Meetings - Review specs and track required testing/inspection items.
• Field Inspections - Schedule required testing/inspections, including third‑party.

Safety

• Ensure effective JHAs.
• Uphold BC Focus 6.
• Perform audits and complete required reporting.

Document Control

• Create accurate, detailed daily logs (manpower, issues, inspections, delays, weather, etc.).
• Maintain current drawings in the trailer; remove outdated documents.
• Retain stamped permit sets with inspection records (not for construction use).
• Assist with posting RFIs/submittals as needed, based on team size.
• Track as-built changes to confirm subcontractor as‑builts remain accurate.

Management of Project Personnel

• When leading assistant or supporting superintendents, train, develop, and hold them accountable for superintendent responsibilities.

Business Development

• Build strong relationships with clients, designers, labs, and trade partners to support repeat work.
• Share potential project leads with the Business Development team.

Education/Experience Required

• 15+ years of construction management experience with a demonstrated track record running projects in excess of $50M in value
• BA/BS in construction-related field preferred
• Must have successfully delivered at least one project of $150M or greater; demonstrated track record of completed projects in excess of $150M is strongly preferred
• Must be able to inspect field construction work for compliance with plans and specifications
• Strong experience in QA/QC methods, inspection, and enforcement
• Proficiency in electrical, mechanical, and structural systems
• In-depth understanding of construction operations and processes
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA requirements and how to successfully execute an OSHA site visit
• Proven track record of managing and mentoring a team of 5 or more Area Superintendents, with demonstrated ability to develop field staff and build a high-performing field operations team
• Demonstrated ability to engage with preconstruction teams, including providing constructability analysis, value engineering input, and high-level phase planning to set projects up for successful execution
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software; must be capable of reading, updating, and driving the project master schedule at a sophisticated level
• Working knowledge of LEAN construction principles, with specific proficiency in the Last Planner System (LPS) pull planning methodology; must be capable of facilitating pull planning sessions and driving reliable workflow commitments from trade partners
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a strong, collaborative, and professional working relationship with their assigned Project Executive, including proactive communication on project status, risks, staffing, and budget performance

Skills & Abilities Required

• Communicate clearly with the full spectrum of project stakeholders to achieve positive results
• Demonstrated leadership skills and strategies for organizing all scopes, people, material, tools, and equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships at all levels, including clients and subcontractors
• Able to work and perform duties with minimal supervision
• Extensive problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, CAD software, and Project Management software (Procore preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of project documents: specifications, plans, submittals, subcontracts, shop drawings, etc.
• Knowledge of local quality, safety, and health guidelines for construction sites

Working Conditions

This role is performed in a hybrid indoor/outdoor setting on an active commercial construction site and requires a high level of physical mobility and situational awareness.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to walk the site multiple times per day, including uneven surfaces such as sand, gravel, or compacted dirt.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders to access all areas of the jobsite, including roofs, mezzanines, and spaces above ceilings.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods are required to check framing layouts, concrete forms, and detailed fieldwork.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to work on their feet for most of the workday without the need for extended rest periods.
• Must be able to visually inspect small details and work elements at close range and at a distance.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal instructions and communicate clearly across noisy jobsite environments.
• Must be physically capable of coordinating in the field with subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors throughout the day.

Working Conditions:

• Work will occur in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Must be comfortable working independently without direct supervision during afternoons, early mornings, or weekends as project needs require.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, dust, and other airborne particles; appropriate PPE must be worn.
• Must be able to safely navigate active construction areas, including nearby heavy equipment, scaffolding, and temporary structures.