Construction Superintendent

Prime Retail Services

Prime Retail Services is a nationwide retail construction General Contractor helping brands bring their spaces to life with precision and professionalism. Since 2003, we've delivered retail construction solutions for Fortune 500 companies and growing brands across the United States and Canada.

Superintendents supervise all Subcontractors, Consultants, Vendors, and Assistant Superintendents on a daily basis. This supervision ensures adequate manpower is available for each task and work is performed in compliance. This position is responsible for monitoring project security personnel.

Essential functions include knowledge of the retail construction industry, including reading and interpreting blueprints. Must have excellent communication skills. Travel up to 95% of the time and often be on overnight shift, due to occupied Retail clients. Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a positive attitude. Own and have experience using hand and power tools. Work effectively on a team, successfully manage a team of up to 5. Candidate must be able to manage an on-site project from kick-off to close-out while managing and directing other 5 trades. Able to work overnight as needed.

Competencies include demonstrated ability to interact with clients and team members in an efficient, professional manner. Must have strong self-management skills. Must demonstrate good judgment and show respect for others. Exhibit teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance. Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties of this job. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job, but more of a general nature. The employee may be asked to perform duties not listed, as required by business needs. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

High School or better.