Superintendent, Construction
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Construction
Operations Manager -
Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.
SUPERINTENDENT
The Superintendent is responsible for planning and oversight of all aspects of an assigned project. This includes the pre-planning for all stages of the project (from pre to post construction). The Superintendent works diligently to meet all goals set for the specific project and manage all field operational duties.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school diploma or GED required
- 5-8 years of construction-related experience
- Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, innovative and forward thinking
- Computer literate
- Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement
- Current OSHA 30 certification
Preferred:
- Two or four-year degree in construction related field
- 5-8 years of field-related experience
- Bilingual with the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English
Skills:
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Thorough and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
- Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
- Strong computer skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills and computer skills.
Office and Travel:
- Must be willing to travel regularly
- Various jobsites and regional office
Responsibilities and Tasks:
Preconstruction & Development
- Participate and may lead preconstruction planning, including:
- Crisis management planning
- Site logistics and safety plans
- Site-specific rules and regulations
- Completion of the Redbook
- Contribute to pursuits, proposals, and interviews, offering insights on schedule, logistics, safety, and subcontractor selection
- Conduct and participate in pre-job walkthroughs
- Ensure project budgets for labor, materials, and equipment are aligned prior to project start; collaborate with Project Management to resolve issues
- Assist pursuit team in analyzing and preparing for upcoming project opportunities
- Participate in QA/AC page-turn sessions to align expectations and execution
Construction
- Provide comprehensive leadership and oversight of McGough field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers on active projects
- Supervise Asst. Superintendents and evaluate weekly work plans, schedules, and logistics
- Implement and maintain the project schedule; ensure timely updates in coordination with Project Management
- Oversee on-site documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance (e.g., drawings, logs, inspection records)
- Manage project budgets and forecasts for labor, material, and equipment, address deviations with Project Management
- Assist with procurement, subcontractor selection, RFI development, and trade scope reviews
- Oversee implementation of the site-specific Quality Control plan in partnership with QC and Project Management teams
- Champion the culture of safety through leadership in orientations, safety meetings, and regulatory compliance (OSHA and others)
- Lead Lean construction initiatives; guide team in Pull-Planning, standard work practices, and continuous improvement
- Organize and lead Superintendent and coordination meetings; ensure cross-functional alignment
- Troubleshoot and resolve on-site challenges, such as delays or labor disputes, minimizing impact on progress
- Support project closeout efforts, including punch list completion, commissioning, final inspections, and owner training
- Build and sustain strong working relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
- Foster collaboration and maintain alignment with company standards and values
- McGough Self-Perform Work:
Understand and integrate McGough's self-perform capabilities, warehouse resources, small tools, and equipment rentals into project planning and execution - Estimating & Bidding:
Perform quantity take-offs and assist in bid solicitation and evaluation. Participate in trade scope reviews with estimating and project teams - Scheduling:
Support Superintendents and Project Managers with CPM scheduling. Learn and apply Last Planner System principles; participate in weekly and daily planning sessions - Project Documentation:
Review all project drawings and specifications. Manage electronic document workflows and shortcuts. Draft and process RFIs; review and process submittals and shop drawings. Participate in BIM coordination and support LEED documentation when applicable. - Subcontractor Management:
Assist in processing subcontractor change requests and invoice reviews. Collaborate on performance tracking and compliance - Cost Control:
Understand and apply change documentation (CCDs, PRs, ASIs, etc.). Support labor cost tracking, procurement, cost coding, and cost history reporting - Project Meetings:
Attend and participate in…
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