Senior Superintendent (Housing or Airports)

Benton Construction, LLC, is more than a construction company. We're a team of builders that nurtures the needs of our clients while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our goal is to be seen as one of the leading companies in the Caribbean by providing our clients with an unrelenting focus on customer service. We accomplish this by striving for excellence through continuous improvement and successfully completing projects without sacrificing quality. The project experience is just as significant to our team as the final product. We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home.

Since 2019, J. Benton has been in a strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast's top general contractors, allowing both companies to leverage their shared experience, complementary strengths and resources for a best-in-class approach to wide variety of projects.

Reporting to the General Superintendent, the Senior Superintendent provides overall administrative and technical management of the construction project. The Superintendent manages all on site construction activities including self-perform labor, subcontractors and consultants to successfully execute large and complex projects.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. 


• Proficient in all 5 areas of focus on their project:


• Safety, Schedule, Cost, Quality, and creating Raving fans with all external partners.


• Develop and implement a site-specific safety plan for each project assigned


• Verify that all subcontractors have a valid subcontract and an acceptable insurance certificate prior to working on site. 


• Serve as the OSHA competent person for various tasks or assign others to serve as competent person 


• Pre plan all operations to produce innovative and efficient methods to avoid hazards. Project Superintendent must correct all recognized hazards immediately. 


• Supervise construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with the plans and specifications. 


• Thoroughly understand the contract (owner/subcontractor), owner requirements, contract plans, contract specifications, submittals and any change documents


• Provide technical assistance on the project, interpret contract drawings and submittals, and develop construction methods consistent with contract documents.   


• Work with the project team to set project goals and schedule milestones. 


• Coordinate all required labor, equipment, small tools, permanent materials, and supplies as needed for self-perform operations


• Create the Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP), manage all aspects of project quality efforts.


• Complete onsite material verification as required for the project


• Manage project budget requirements:
  
  
  
  • Assist the project manager in developing budgets and monthly cost to complete
  
  
  • Manage T&M process, including verification of time and materials
  
  
  • Track production and submit quantities weekly
  
  
  
  


• Identify changes in the field, authorize field change requests, provide all documentation required to ensure compensation for all work performed. 


• Assist in the Approval process for all subcontractor requisitions.


• Manage the project to meet schedule requirements and milestones
  
  
  
  • Develop a baseline schedule with Project Services Group
  
  
  • Track progress against baseline schedule and critical path dates
  
  
  • Communicate schedule requirements at weekly subcontractor meetings 
  
  
  • Develop a short-term plan on a weekly basis that directly supports the project schedule and looks ahead a minimum of 3 weeks
  
  
  
  


• Coordinate and lead the daily stand up and weekly foreman meetings


• Ensure that the material delivery log is updated and accurate 


• Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner. 


• Participate in business development.  Create raving fans on current projects.  Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects. 


• Participate in quarterly superintendent and safety meetings, as well as periodic training sessions.   


• Supervise assigned foremen, assistant superintendents, and project engineers. 
  

Technical Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of Corporate/Industry Safety standards.


• Working knowledge of CPM schedule.


• Working knowledge of cost report and labor production report.


• Thorough knowledge of corporate quality programs.


• Thorough knowledge of subcontract language.


• Proficient in reading blueprints, plans, and specifications

Required Experience:

•  A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the construction field or any related field. Bachelor’s degree in construction management/civil engineering, preferred.


• Understanding of building plans and specifications.


• Construction Supervisor License preferred.


• Knowledge of safety standards knowledge and enforcement. OSHA 30 Certification required.


• Self-starter with the ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership goals.


• Basic computer knowledge.


• Familiarity with construction management software (P6, Procore, etc.) preferred.


• Proven experience working with and managing multiple employees.


• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Maintain excellent oral communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality


• Ability to work extended hours, weekends and holidays, as needed.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employee

J. Benton Construction LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.