Summary
The purpose of this role is to oversee the physical construction of the assigned project done with a high
level of quality, profitability and by meeting or exceeding the construction schedule. This role is
responsible for properly managing the process and the relationships with clients, subcontractors and Blum
staff. This role is responsible for all field activities including project set up, project execution, financial
management, people development and relationship management. The Superintendent role is one of
leader, coach, negotiator and arbitrator. The leadership displayed by this individual is critical to the
projects performance.
General Responsibilities
- Oversees a single medium sized project or multiple smaller projects.
- Mentor less senior staff. Manage multiple Field Engineers/Foremen on multiple smaller projects.
- Evaluate Field Engineer/Foreman and craft employee’s performance and identify training needs.
- Perform all duties of the Field Engineer/Foreman should project size, budget, or staffing limitations
exist.
- Lead and Communicate with Blum Office Staff, Subcontractors and Vendors to assist them in working
to the Project Schedule.
- Become “subject matter experts” in Blum Best Practices.
- Represent Blum with Owner(s), Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and
Subcontractors in a professional and courteous way.
- Build effective working relationships with clients and the Blum project team members
- Plan effective/accurate schedules for project(s) and manages manpower accordingly for multiple
tasks/projects.
Work Deliverables: The results that are expected from a top performing Superintendent on your own project or those managed by other Field Engineers/Foremen under your Leadership.
PreCon/Project Set Up:
- Review Owner contract and become familiar with terms & conditions.
- Review any available drawings and specifications to become completely familiar with the project.
- Review and provide input to Pre-con on bid packages to ensure project scope is covered.
- Review of project drawings with PM to uncover and address issues of constructability or lack of scope
in the buy-out process. Participate in final review of scopes prior to buy-out to ensure that the scopes
are comprehensive and complete.
- “Write a book” on the job! Dig in deep.
- Work in partnership with the PM to prepare a procurement schedule that will meet the delivery needs
of the project so that the job is delivered on time.
- Provide input regarding the quality, reliability, appropriateness, etc. of subs included on bid list.
- Schedule and provide walk-throughs with subcontractors as required to ensure that they are fully
informed about scope and are therefore are positioned to provide proper pricing.
- Ensure at project start that Blum is in compliance with Local, State, Federal, Building and other
owner/client rules and regulations.
CORE VALUE – Operational Excellence – Plan effectively:- Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy, goals and client commitments through
review of project estimate and general conditions for awareness of project financial goals and proper
billing of labor and material.
- Project Manage projects where appropriate.
- In partnership with PM, coordinate and schedule, kick off meeting to ensure that all team members
are well informed and aware of all project requirements and expectations.
- Schedule and run pre-install meetings with subs.
- Oversee all field operations involving tradesman, Blum staff, owners and vendors and ensure that the
project strategy and contracts are executed.
- Perform daily walk-throughs to ensure proper site safety, construction, progress and quality control.
- Work in partnership with the Project Manager to maintain an updated and accurate project schedule
that reflects the changes in project status and meets the cost and time requirements of the project.
- Create labor study to determine Blum staffing requirements that will result in on time and on budget
project delivery.
- Prepare and distribute RFI’s.
- Review submittals in conjunction with PM and/or Field Engineer.
- Review COR’s with PM to ensure accurate costs.
- Prepare project look ahead schedule based on current project progress and review weekly with field
engineer and field foreman to ensure project remains on course. Transfer to all appropriate
Subcontractor offices.
- Conduct weekly meetings with foreman and safety/sub coordination to inform and ferret out problems
on site as well as coordinate total project effort.
- Use the Blum Best Practices as well as all Blum policies, protocols and procedures to ensure projects
are built meeting Blum’s standards for customer service and proper controls. (daily reports, safety
reports, etc)
- In conjunction with PM, manage coordination of all project documentation (i.e. drawings, shop
drawings, bulletins, etc.) amongst all appropriate parties (i.e. Architects, Engineers, etc.) to ensure
accurate execution.
- Ensure a clean and safe job site and minimize injury in the event of an emergency situation by using
own experience and judgment and by implementing all of Blum’s safety policies, procedures and
processes.
- Identify and communicate project issues and risks to Project Team; prepare, review and track, in
partnership with PM, all project cost implications on a weekly basis.
- Ensure that the project punchlist process is developed and executed in a timely manner and with
acute attention to all the detail required to delight clients.
- Review cost to complete forecast with PM and develop/implement a plan to maintain forecast.
- Assist in compiling all required closeout documents & training in a timely manner.
CORE VALUE – Pride in Our Workmanship – Finish well:- In conjunction with PM distribute all punch lists and the follow-up as necessary to ensure timely
completion of punch list work.
- Assist the superintendent in setting up and participating in the owner’s training sessions.
- Assist in the assembly of all as-built drawings and O & M manuals.
Relationship Management:
- Gains the respect and confidence of project team, owners/clients through effective communication
and problem solving skills. Uses expertise in building and knowledge of specific job to deal with
issues effectively.
- Develop understanding of client professional needs, wants, preferences and their personality. Use
this understanding to find ways to deliver an outstanding client experience.
- Work collaboratively and build relationships with outside parties (I.e. Architect, Engineer, etc.) to
accomplish client goals.
- Promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors
and vendors instilling this philosophy in project team at all times.
Financial Management:
- Ensure that jobs are set up properly to meet established profit goals by analyzing and integrating all
business and contractual terms.
- Timely and accurately complete all Blum financial reports.
- Use financial reporting data to quickly identify potential and existing issues that could lead to sub par
financial performance; immediately address these issues.
Behavioral Expectations: The skills and personal attributes needed to attain the results expected from a top performing Superintendent.
CORE VALUE – Client service – Customers recommend us to others:- Treats internal and external clients, vendors and subs as partners.
- Identifies client needs and addresses them.
- Identifies and acts on ways to add value.
- Identifies and acts on opportunities to expand the relationship.
- Balances client and Blum needs effectively.
- Is responsive to clients’ needs and displays intensity.
CORE VALUE – Lifelong Learning – Training and Continued Education:- Continually builds own knowledge and expertise.
- Is open to new ways of doing things.
- Offers to coach/assist others with less experience.
- When problems arise, shares expertise to help resolve the issue.
- Makes self accessible for questions even when under stress.
CORE VALUE – Integrity and Ethics – Do the right thing:- Makes decisions and acts with Blum’s long term interest in mind.
- Acts with integrity, maintaining the highest ethical standards.
- Is flexible and changes quickly based on Blum’s changing needs.
- Balances Blum’s needs with those of others including the client, the team, etc.
- Manages with profitability in mind.
CORE VALUE – Safety – No accidents or OSHA violations:- Is well versed in Blum’s safety program procedures and policies.
- Consistently follows/enforces Blum’s safety procedures and policies.
- Makes tough decisions to ensure that safety remains on the front and center.
- Organize, direct and control the implementation of the project Safety Plan that meets the goal of zero
workplace injuries and zero OSHA citations for the entire project duration.
- Regularly reviews the site with the Field Engineer and the Foreman for compliance
- to the project safety plan.
- Has zero tolerance for unsafe work practices and addresses the issue immediately
Communicates Effectively:
- Is straight forward and respectful with all roles and levels.
- Seeks to understand others’ point of view/listens prior to response.
- Effectively explains reasons for choices.
- Knows when and how to ask for help.
- Receives and delivers difficult messages well.
Anticipates Problems and Mitigates Risk:
- Thinks ahead, identifies possible problems/risks and develops plans to mitigate them.
- Is rarely surprised – be proactive.
- Uses resources effectively to resolve problems.
- Takes full responsibility when issues arises.
Focuses on Results and Outcomes:
- Begins with the end in mind – acts strategically to accomplish desired result.
- Keeps up with Blum’s fast pace and multiple demands and produces on time, quality results.
- Knows when follow through is needed and ensures it happens.
- Does not let the details drop.
- Makes timely decisions even without complete information when necessary.
Demonstrates a Sense of Urgency:
- Sets high expectations and achieves them regardless of the barriers.
- Demonstrates a passion for one’s work - enjoys working hard and is full of energy.
- Acts with an insatiable need to get things done - can be counted on to get things done on time and
with excellent quality and results.
- Pays attention to the details to make sure the job gets done right.
- Uses sound judgment in setting priorities – works on the highest priorities first and coaches others to
do the same.
Other Information:
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to talk or hear
- Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, feel or manipulate objects; reach with hands
and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Climb up and down ladders, scaffolding and other objects and carry tools and equipment
- Occasionally required to sit
- Must be able to lift and/or carry or move materials weighing up to 100 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment:
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions
- Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high and/or precarious places; extreme cold; and
extreme heat
- Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
- Noise level in the work environment is usually loud
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions
