Construction Superintendent

Who We Are:

Schickedanz Construction is a Construction Management and General Contracting firm in Southeast Iowa that serves the commercial construction industry. For 20 years Schickedanz has built its name on quality performance and is dedicated to honesty, fairness, passion and unwavering support. Quality is our core company culture and every member of the Schickedanz team contributes to our story. Our goal is to encourage people more than manage them. We believe that people thrive on being trusted, having freedom and on having the ability to make a difference. We foster accountability and empowerment everywhere that we can, and in turn, this generates a drive to do great work. We are excited for you to find your career at Schickedanz...when you are a part of our team you are a part of our future!

Schickedanz is seeking candidates for the role of Construction Superintendent working out of our Fort Madison, Iowa location. The ideal candidate will have 5 years or more of leadership/supervisory experience in the post frame construction or general carpentry industry. We offer year-round work with plenty of room for advancement.

Role Definition:

The Superintendent is responsible for supervising and directing Schickedanz team members and subcontractor personnel on construction projects to ensure the project is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and with a quality craft that conforms to project plans and specifications. Responsibilities include but not limited to overseeing the work being performed on site, safety planning, schedule management, weekly activity planning, maintaining a clean and orderly jobsite, and quality management. The Superintendent may also assist the Project Manager, and other Operations personnel. This role profile is subject to change.

Safety:

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures by managing and using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task. Understand, operate, and manage all safety rules, the operating and maintenance manuals, and following all procedure handbooks.

• Take proper safety precautions, including inspecting and updating equipment, tools, safety kits, fire extinguishers, etc.

• Ensure crew members, including new hires, are fully trained and follow all safety and construction procedures.

• Lead by example

Performance:

• Assist with supervision, and labor while completing all construction projects.

• Inspect blueprints and materials lists to ensure all aspects of the project are understood and can be executed.

• Ensure the project is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and with a quality craft that conforms to project plans and specifications.

• Plan, schedule, and ensure delivery of materials, tools, and equipment with a three-week look ahead.

• Advise Project Manager immediately if the plan's deviation occurs.

• Provide daily feedback and reporting on Jobsite activities.

• Effectively forecast and manage time to meet all specified deadlines.

• Identify and suggest new approaches or best-known methods to foster our continuous improvement.

• Identify and suggest new equipment, tools, approaches, or best-known methods to foster our continuous improvement.

Leadership:

• Maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders; fellow employees, subcontractors, ownership, etc.

• Assess crew member skillset and assign employees to appropriate projects based on the job priority according to each project's schedule.

• Assist in the training, and ongoing support of job site interns or new hires.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR.

• Trade school, vocational school, or college education in the related field, preferred.

• 5+ years of construction experience, industrial experience preferred.

• 3-5 years of experience supervising job site crews of 3 or more team members.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to, as needed, ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.

• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25/50/80 pounds regularly/occasionally, as needed.

• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.

• Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations.

• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.

• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments and on concrete floors.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Health Benefits; medical, dental, vision

• Retirement Program

• Company Parties

• Paid Vacation

• Target Bonuses

• Flexible Working Environment

• True Work-Life Balance

Schickedanz Construction is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.

Benefits and additional Company Information is located on the career section of our website. https://schickedanzconstruction.com/careers

Email resumes to: careers@schickedanzconstruction.com