Superintendent
D|Watts is committed to redefining the construction experience for our clients. As a Superintendent with D|Watts you will be responsible for the smooth and timely completion of interior office buildouts, and for exceeding client expectations on every project. D|Watts Superintendents are the hands that make the vision of our clients come to life and the voice that sets a culture of respect and trust on our project sites. Our Superintendents plan, organize, direct, and control the building aspects on each project in order to meet budget, quality, time, and safety objectives.
At D|Watts our goal is to be the best, and we will only do this by hiring talented individuals who will help us push the envelope. We look forward to receiving applications from individuals who care about others, know their own strengths and weaknesses, and who strive for greatness.
Responsibilities
- Understand and administer the D|Watts safety program to include all subcontractors, ensure that all accidents/incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assist in safety inspections by outside agencies
- Direct the work flow consistent with the project schedule, communicate project priorities to field staff and subcontractors, maintain daily reports of all activities and site conditions, and manage the punch list and closeout process through owner/architect acceptance
- Work with their project manager in formulating project schedule, ensure that the proper methods and sequence of installation are followed, makes and follows through with schedule commitments, and maintains D|Watts quality standards
- Maintain good working relationship with all subcontractors on the project, develop relationships within the community which enhances business opportunities, and ensure subcontractors are treated fairly and respectfully
- Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understand subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identify problems early and act immediately to provide solutions
- Develop and organize the field team, arrange for temporary facilities/utilities for the site, and identify long lead items that need to be expedited
Qualifications
- At least 3 years’ experience as a Superintendent on interior office buildouts
- At least 5 years’ experience in commercial general contracting
- Extensive knowledge of principles of architecture, engineering, and construction
- Mastery of reading construction drawings; tasks including reading, interpreting, and updating construction project-related drawings
- Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results
- Good organizational skills and verbal communication skills
Other Requirements
- Carry oneself as a leader, demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for exceeding client expectations
- Foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors and vendors
- Take initiative and seek responsibility for the outcome of their project
D|Watts has a very competitive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401K program, paid maternal and paternal leave, 3 weeks paid vacation, and more.
D|Watts is an equal opportunity employer and conducts all hiring and employment practices strictly in accordance with applicable employment discrimination laws and regulations. Discrimination in employment on the basis of any classification protected under federal, state, or local law is a violation of our policy and is illegal.