Assistant Project Superintendent

During our forty plus years of continuous operation, Western Builders has proudly earned the reputation of being a merit shop “builder’s builder” specializing in preconstruction, general contracting, and construction management for academic, senior housing, and healthcare clients.

Based in Granby, Massachusetts, we are a privately held subsidiary of The O’Connell Companies. This unique affiliation allows us to provide clients the collaborative and personalized experience of working with a modest-size company with direct access to a broad range of resources typical of much larger businesses, including experts in engineering, environmental regulations, and law. The result is greater effectiveness and efficiency in achieving success and client satisfaction in a broad range of complex and challenging projects.

Western Builders has a great opportunity to join our team as a Assistant Project Superintendent.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Project Superintendent or more senior job supervision, responsible for assisting in directing and coordinating construction and related activities of subordinate supervision, subcontractors, engineering, clerical and other personnel with accountability to maintain project quality standards, progress and completion schedules and achieve or improve on cost estimates.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist the Superintendent in safeguarding the construction area. See that safety equipment is available and in use where required and that safety rules and regulations are followed by employees, subcontractor personnel, and visitors. Perform as on-site safety representative as assigned.  Assist in planning work schedule, determining manpower levels, material quantities, equipment requirements, etc. as required to maintain production.  Assist in maintaining equipment in good operating condition; arrange with Yard for maintenance and repair.
• Perform the duties of a carpenter, laborer, or operator, at the direction of the Superintendent, and only when those duties are not the responsibility/ownership of our Subcontractors. On occasion, lead a small team of craftspeople performing similar functions.
• Effectively communicate with WBI team members, clients, and subcontractors in person or using company-provided devices and tools (i.e. cellular phone, company email, virtual meetings, etc). Attend meetings at the direction of the Superintendent and assist the Superintendent in preparations for the weekly Subcontractor and Owner/Architect meetings.
• Direct, assist, advise and instruct subordinates on various policies and procedures, technical and scheduling problems and control of costs. Assist the Superintendent in supervising craft workers assigned to area of responsibility and document actual hours worked.  Provide liaison between field operations staff and Project Management staff to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Assist in planning and coordinating the preparation of job sites for access roads, field office, storage and toilet facilities, etc. Assist in arranging for delivery of tools, supplies, equipment, and material. 
• Assist in reviewing and approving timecards for areas assigned. Maintain appropriate files on project correspondence, records, and controls. Assist with formal documentation such as the Daily Log
• Develop an understanding of Project Drawings and Specifications to the extent required to appropriately assess the workmanship and execution of subcontractors, across all scope divisions. Create, manage, maintain deficiency items as a Punch List.
• Direct, assist, advise, and instruct subordinates on personnel problems and similar matters. Maintain discipline and harmonious personnel relations.  Handle personnel grievances and complaints within limits of Company policy.  Consult with the Superintendent and/or General Superintendent on all matters of this nature and sensitivity.
• Establish a cooperative atmosphere among the WBI project team, but also with subcontractors, the owner, architect, and engineer. Maintain liaison with other WBI departments, i.e., accounting, Project Management, Estimating, etc., as required to support project requirements.
• Promote the company's capabilities through contacts with our clients, the architects and engineers. Develop and maintain relationships, which will enhance our opportunities for new projects.  Participate in interviews and assist business development as assigned.
• Obtain and maintain credentials such as CSL, Hoisting License, OSHA 30, and proactively participate in training provided by WBI or outside sources, during working hours or personal time, as required.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Broad knowledge of construction methods, principles of civil and architectural engineering, most notably the ability to read and accurately interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Familiar with supervisory practices and techniques. 
• Combination of relevant education and experience.
• Capable of using computers effectively and has familiarity with the Project Management and Safety software platforms that are utilized by the position – Procore and Hammertech.
• Willing and able to work overtime as necessary, or as required.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills in order to present the Company in a professional manner
• Travel as necessary to perform the duties required by this position.

Western Builders offers a competitive salary & excellent benefits including health and dental insurance, life insurance, 401k.  EOE.