Superintendent - Traveling

Company Description:

At Henning Companies, our core purpose is to provide solutions to positively impact our customers, employees, and our communities. We operate with a focus on transforming our customer’s idea of what is possible and then deliver a level of value that goes above and beyond their expectations.

Founded in 1924, Henning continues to be one of the larger general contractors in the Midwest. We pride ourselves on being an unprecedented general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder. With a wide experience in Agriculture, Industrial, and Commercial market segments, Henning manages construction projects ranging from historical renovations to convenience stores, restaurants, and warehouses.

With over 95 years of experience, Henning is committed to bringing a proactive approach to every project. Our team of talented employees challenge themselves every day to improve upon their history of success. We continually seek new skills and knowledge that enables us to provide a better experience and positive results.

Senior Project Manager
Location: Johnston, Iowa
Job Type: Full-time, salaried exempt
Reports to: Project Executive
The Senior Project Manager plans, coordinates, and oversees the overall safety, budget, schedule, and quality of construction projects from project inception through project completion. They are a team leader to ensure effective management of assigned internal and external resources toward the common goal of quality and timely delivery of services which meet customers' expectations. For the full job description, qualifications and to apply for this position, please go to our Company Website listed above.

Job Description:

The Superintendent oversees the overall safety, budget, schedule, and quality of construction projects from project start through project completion onsite. This position is a crucial contributor to building Henning’s book of business, The Superintendent is an onsite team leader working with the Project Manager, Project Engineer, and Director of Field Operations to ensure effective management and coordination of assigned jobsite resources toward the common goal of quality and timely delivery of services which exceed customer’s expectations.

Safety

• Be an advocate for Henning’s safety culture, always doing the right thing, and promote safety of those around you

• Lead by example in the office and on jobsite by utilizing proper personal protective equipment and following all safety regulations; coach others to do the same

• Lead all required safety meetings and complete appropriate documentation to be in compliance with Henning’s Safety Program

• Monitor and correct safety issues during regular jobsite walks and formal weekly inspections; holding onsite resources accountable to Henning’s Safety Program

• Complete all OSHA and other trainings as directed by Safety Manager

Building Relationships

• Be committed to developing lasting relationships, both internally and externally; maintaining respect and professionalism at all times

• Build internal relationships to foster open, honest and trustworthy communication across all departments

• Maintain good working relationships with the community, local, state, and federal Authority Having Jurisdiction. Represent the customer and company in the most professional manner

• Be an example of Henning’s Core Values, coaching those around you to do the same

• Own your personal development and contribute to the development of the Henning team including your own supervisors and direct reports.

Focus on End Goals

• Maintain a team oriented and results driven mentality; we are vital to each other’s success

• Lead, manage, and complete all projects to ensure the project is completed safely, on-schedule, on-budget, and with quality that conforms to project plans and specifications, and exceeds customer and company expectations; own the site build process

• Work with project teams to identify potential issues and be actively involved in problem solving ahead of the issue

• Conduct pre-installment meetings to discuss quality of work expected, manufacturer installation guidelines, drawing details, and mock-up.

• Provide onsite supervision of all construction personnel while maintaining respectful and professional communication to ensure project success and conformance to contract documents and specifications

• Document historical information to include daily reports, photos, punch lists, inspections, RFIs, and safety walks in Procore or other utilized technology

• Maintain red-lines and as-built drawings, sending to Project Manager at job close-out for permanent file

• Coordinate, and be present for, all required state, city, county inspections as well as following established third-party testing schedules

• Laydown planning and protection of materials until turnover

• Provide basic support for all departments as needed, along with other assigned duties

Drive Innovation

• Requires continuous improvement mindset; lead & participate in continuous improvement of processes to eliminate waste and improve customer experience.

• Utilize the appropriate technology to provide best in class project solutions.  This includes project management software (Procore®) and web-based collaboration tools.

• Own quality control as work is completed

• Drive schedules to meet or exceed project milestones

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Responsible for all onsite personnel, internal and external

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently in a field environment

• Constant walking and standing, climbing, stooping, balancing, handling of materials sometimes sizable in nature

• Frequently expected to perform duties in all ranges of weather conditions

• Occasional use of heavy construction equipment

• Occasional use of varying types of tools

Important Disclaimer Notice: The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors as well as the requirements and conditions listed in this job posting are representative only and not an exhaustive list of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. Henning Companies reserves the right to revise the job description/duties at any time and may require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances and conditions of the business change.

Henning Companies is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Benefits:

Henning Companies offer a full benefits package that includes competitive compensation, vehicle allowance, cell phone, and incentives; complete with health, dental, vision, disability, and 401(k) benefits. Henning Companies also has a travel benefits available if traveling more than 60 miles from home.

Required Experience:

10+ years as construction superintendent preferred

Qualifications:

• 10+ years as construction superintendent is preferred

• Valid driver’s license required

• Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) is a plus

• Must be able to obtain and maintain DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate

• Exceptional communication and effective listening skills

• Ability to read people and adapt your approach to achieve results

• Effective contributor and team player, which can plan and organize a team with the capacity to motivate and boost morale

Required Travel:

Frequent extended stay travel required