The Traveling Superintendent is expected to direct, supervise and troubleshoot issues that arise on the job site. The Superintendent serves as the go-between the employees (or 3rd party installer) on the job site and the staff assigned to manage each project. The Superintendent is expected to serve as the main point of contact for job-site operations and notify management if anything occurs that was not planned for out of the normal. They are also responsible for coordinating on site activities with the client and other trades.
Primary Duties (Oversight of 3rd party installers)
Act as primary site contact with client. Build and maintain a good rapport with GC and/or Customer.
Oversee and ensure 3rd party installer is meeting schedule, sequence, quality.
Ensure that work is completed in the correct sequence unless approved by the Project Manager.
Maintain awareness of pending items (unapproved change orders/quoted work).
Ensure workers performing tasks are not exposed to danger from other trades.
Participate in coordination meetings to achieve project goals within our contractual commitments. This includes coordination with GC and other trades.
Coordinate with Project Manager for scheduling of trailer deliveries
Maintain working knowledge of contract/change orders/job specifications/submittals on each job site assigned. Ensure we are working within both.
Coordinate with PM if additional work is required. Approval from client and alignment with 3rd party installer is required before proceeding.
Ensure all materials are stacked, orderly, and staged properly and the correct equipment needed is on site.
Work with 3rd party installer on corrective actions and/ or ways to improve performance. Include supervisor when guidance is needed.
Develop crane and rigging plans with the PM or evaluate installers plan.
Oversee and adjust crane scheduling, logistics, placement and rigging for safety and efficiency.
Ensure that current drawing set on site and in good condition.
Ensure that all changes/sketches/RFIs etc. are easily accessed and are inserted in drawings.
Keep a running list of open items available on the site and reported to the PM.
Record all ticket work in a timely fashion.
Two-week look ahead completed correctly and submitted every Friday.
Reports and documents injury and/or incident reports correctly and accurately.
Performs follow up meeting/report after any safety incident.
Ensure crew members are wearing the proper PPE at all times.
Ensure proper safety measures are in place for the work being performed
Corrects subcontract installer or employees not following safety policies.
Identifies safety hazards and implements measures to correct them.
Performs inspections daily on safety equipment - has crew do same.
Check all deliveries for accuracy and ensure pick tickets are sent to PM dept.
Ensure that trash receptacles are in the proper place and are emptied daily.
Ensure the proper storage and organization of fasteners and job tools.
Ensure that equipment not being used is called off/removed from site.
Assists in managing the job budget and addresses areas of where attention is needed.
Orders materials for job sites using a LEAN mentality.
Limits waste and unnecessary costs to the company.
Ensure that proper manpower is assigned accordingly to meet production goals.
Ensure that all appropriate signs/caution tape are in place.
Coordinates work with other trades working on the project.
Creates and implements plan to work in inclement weather conditions where applicable.
Work with crew members putting work in place when supervision is not needed.
Print table is stocked with proper forms and organized.
Complete and place material orders 3-4 days prior to need.
Scheduling of manpower at 2 PM daily to ensure proper coverage.
Develop crane and rigging plans with the PM or evaluate installers plan.
Oversee and adjust crane scheduling, logistics, placement and rigging for safety and efficiency.
Maintaining the daily log of manpower/schedule impacts/wok performed/constraints.
Ensures the site leader checklist is completed and followed daily.
Completion of Daily Field Reports and submitted to PM department by 9 AM the next day.
Completion of subcontractor labor sheets and submitted daily.
Coaches and trains new field carpenters the Klover way.
Maintain working knowledge of tools and perform quick repairs.
Ensures that self and other field members treat company issued tools/equipment properly.
Leads by example - first on site/last one to leave.
Must be able to lead staff through standard daily tasks as well as deal with difficult situations as they arise and work towards positive resolution.
Maintains a clear understanding of Klover's Company policies and can direct others’ inquiries properly.
Performs appropriate conflict management and reports complaints to applicable departments.
Manages worker time off requested and limits unscheduled call outs.
Act as a positive voice for Klover and the company goals.
Promote a positive teamwork attitude among all crew members.
Ensures workers can work efficiently and meet or exceed productions.
Assists in the employee performance evaluations by providing feedback to HR when prompted.
Follows and guides crew members on following the Klover 10 Commandments.
Self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going education as a result of the rate of change in the position.
Conscientious with customers in areas such as meeting customer needs, wants & expectations.
Ability to make decisions that promote successful outcomes for employees, customers, and/or the organization.
Ability to successfully adapt (personally and professionally) to changes in the internal and external environment.
Ability to build a relationship with another person or group through effective communication skills (listening, speaking & behaving).
Ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.
Ability to work effectively and productively as a member of a cross-functional team.
Proactively defining & resolving problems before they become an issue, and identifying & resolving identified problems for optimum results.
Ability to manage one's internal states, impulses and resources.
Knowledge and understanding of construction safety devices and PPE.
Participation in a secondary or post-secondary trade curriculum or apprenticeship
Carpenters work indoors and outdoors on many types of construction projects, with varying degrees of exposure to the elements. This may include extreme heat (>85 degrees for longer than one hour of exposure), extreme cold (<32 degrees for longer than one hour of exposure), excessive humidity and noise. Some hazards may be present such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, toxic/caustic chemicals, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces.
Due to the physical nature of the position, employee must have full dexterity of their hands and arms.
Employee must be able to see objects close and far away
At times, multiple sounds can be heard as employee is working on job, employee must have the ability to focus on the sound in particular that is associated with the task they are completing. Employees with any sort of hearing impairment would not be considered fit for duty to perform this position.
Due to the safety sensitive nature of the position, at all times, employee must be fit for duty and not report to work under the influence of a mind altering or performance altering substance. At no time, should employee be found to be possessing or using a mind or performance altering substance while performing any Company task.
The employee will adhere to the company’s safety policy and, at all times, will use all required Personal Protective Equipment provided to employee.
The employee will represent the Company in a positive, professional manner with fellow employees and within the communities served.
The employee will encourage and maintain teamwork throughout the company and will communicate all pertinent information in a timely and effective manner.
The employee will endeavor to maintain our integrity by embracing high ethical standards and adhering to company policies.
Consistently demonstrates Company’s Guiding Values of Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Integrity, Teamwork, and Community.