Concrete Superintendent - Traveling

At McAlvain, we are looking for specific attributes that fit our culture. Candidates are required to have certain inherent character traits for all positions within the organization. Our primary focus is centered around the traits of the PERSON. Secondary to that are the technical requirements of the job. Understanding the position being applied for is important but if the attributes below do not match your character, McAlvain will not be the right employer for you. The right kind of person is vital to us because we are constantly challenging ourselves to elevate our potential.

McAlvain Construction, a Big-D Company, has an opportunity for an experienced Traveling- Concrete Superintendent to join our team of construction professionals based in the Boise, ID area.

INTERPERSONAL

• Ensure productive and consistent communication between field and office staff.
• Assist in subcontractor related problems and crucial conversations to mitigate potential issues and minimize impacts to job performance. Communicate issues and concerns with project manager and project executive.
• Identify opportunities to provide further personal development for individual reports.
• Take initiative and lead project team.
• Exhibit ability to maintain composure during high-stress situations.
• Serve as mentor and show exemplary interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit ability to think through challenges from multiple angles, displaying an ability to arrive at productive conclusions. Support team in their ability to resolve challenges.
• Strong communication skills while displaying patience with teaching and mentoring.
• Recruits perspective team members based on company attributes

BUSINESS ACUMEN

• Consistently aware of budget and cost and make responsible fiscal decisions in conjunction with the project manager.
• Oversee/Review the operational efficiency of McAlvain self-performed work. Efficiencies and areas for improvement measured through labor production report.
• Primary role in planning, direction, and training of company quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) functions.
• Lead and support Pull Planning sessions with multifunctional teams.
• Ensure that project is maintaining a complete set of up-to-date contract documents, shop drawings, and “as built” / record drawings”.
• Document project progress per company Photographic Documentation and Daily/Weekly Construction Reporting policies.
• Ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality project close out procedures.
• Ensure that job cleanliness, branding, marketing, and presentation are maintained per company standards and approved Site Logistics Plans.
• Develop and nurture strong Subcontractor relationships.
• Provide business development and interfacing with clients to support continued business growth.

TECHNICAL

• Ability to work in a broad and diverse range of construction types, oversee the concrete construction effort to ensure the project is executed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Work collaboratively with foreman, trades, project manager, client representatives, A/E representatives and other contractors in a professional manner.
• Create a proactive safety culture that encourages “safety first” thinking and performance.
• Administrate project safety program to ensure a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with corporate safety plan, regulations by owner, state, and OSHA, and project specific safety measures. Review, monitor, and support jobsite safety, conduct safety meetings and trainings on a regular basis.
• Perform safety audit on all jobs once per month including site visit and audit of project specific documentation (Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Task Plans, etc.).
• Exhibit ability to independently develop and mentor foremen. Exhibit a keen ability to identify and develop talent.
• Provide technical assistance, constructability feedback, interpret drawings, and develop construction methods consistent with contract documents, budget, and schedule on projects in preconstruction and during construction.
• Participate in purchasing and scheduling commitments with project manager as necessary.
• Exhibit ability to independently develop and audit project schedules at all phases of design development with vision toward identifying and communicating challenges and opportunities.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise of on-site functions (engineering, scheduling and coordination of material deliveries, subcontractors, equipment, and manpower requirements).
• Take a lead role in developing and implementing project procedures and standards.
• Reinforce, support, and train industry and company standards to produce consistent results.
• Be a catalyst for strong, efficient, timely decision making to ensure procurement, submittal, or other project management functions are managed effectively.
• Establish and maintain relationships with field superintendents, foreman, and management teams. Support field superintendents and foreman in their positions by exhibiting strong leadership in recruiting,
  training, mentoring, and motivating.
• Ensure foreman planning for self-performed work to anticipate equipment and manpower needs.
• Ensure updated project schedules and sub-schedules are maintained as required. Increase overall schedule awareness.
• Ensure field operations are aligned with the requirements of the Prime Agreement.
• Maintain familiarity with owner contract terms and risks.
• Assist with project pursuits in developing early schedules, logistics plans, and work plans.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Software: Bluebeam, Procore, Outbuild, Primavera
• Self-Perform Concrete Experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a concrete superintendent in charge.
• Strong grasp of all building construction trades.
• Skilled in Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Safety standards knowledge including OSHA 30 or greater.
• Self-starter with the ability to set and ensure goals and tasks with strong leadership goals.

 Benefits

• 100% Coverage for medical and dental insurance for employee plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly Employer Contribution
• 401k w/ match
• Life Insurance & Disability paid for by Big-D
• Voluntary supplemental plans available to sign up for as well.
• PTO & Holidays

Additional Job Information

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction.