Superintendent

This Opportunity 

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Superintendent of Construction with a Civil Background emphasis for our Elmira, NY Client's Field Office.  Be involved in projects with our PMCM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide assistance to New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Project Manager as directed
• Assist in coordinating contractor’s daily work activities
• Assist in coordinating quality control of contractors work
• Help to resolve design issues and questions from contractor 
• Coordinating contractor’s Code Compliance
• Manage and monitor contractor safety 
• Assist in coordinating with EIC on project closeout
• Actively manage, focus on civil mechanical, electrical and plumbing components for various clients
• Actively track, monitor, research validity and compliance with Contract documents for all work from inception to final closure. 
• Communicate with Contractors and project team.  
• Manage project contract documents, codes, policies and procedures
• Assist PM or EIC with payment application review, writing minutes of project meetings, preparing regular reports, field inspections as required and other duties related to construction site activities
• Review contract claims & advise senior management
• Travel throughout the region may be required, vehicle will be necessary with valid driver’s license.

Who You Are 

Minimum Qualifications: 
• Bachelor's Degree 
• 1-3 years minimum experience in construction involving multiple phases of medium-to-large scale building/rehabilitation projects, with multiple contracts, valued above $5-10 million, with knowledge of all facets of construction and construction documents.
• Experience as an assistant superintendent or inspector on large scale multi contract, building projects.
• Must be able to develop and communicate a project work plan, monitor manpower and performance against that work plan.
• Must be able to perform a detailed comparison of the design drawings against each other to ensure coordination between each of the various project trades.
• Must be able to manage the various projects using established controls and procedures and provide job site leadership in all areas of scheduling, safety, quality, coordination with the designers and any critical issues pertinent to the project or the client / facility. 
• Candidate should have strengths in the area of work they will manage; knowledge of inspection requirements for various trades.
• OSHA 30 Certification Required
• Strong Civil Engineering background with experience of inspection requirements for various trades
• Have a full working knowledge of the change order and cost review process and the review / approval of contractor’s payment application.
• Proficient in basic computer skills utilizing Windows / Outlook / Word / Excel and scheduling applications
• Understanding of construction scheduling utilizing Primavera P6
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license - Occasional travel within the region will be required.
• Must be available to work alternate work hours on as needed basis.
• Proven ability to adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• This hire will be contingent upon client selection and successful background check.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• This role is subject to a client mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of the client mandated drug/alcohol testing policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request. 

Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of NYS Building Code
• OSHA 30 Hour certified required
• This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.