Description Position: Construction Superintendent Location: Buffalo, NY Project: Ralph Wilson Park Project Phase 2 - they are completely rebuilding the shoreline at the park. The current Superintendent onsite has good civil background so the civil side isn't as needed as there will be future vertical work Reason for opening: new phase of work for $56M is kicking off in May and they only have 1 superintendent on site, need another as it's detailed work and need 2 people to oversee the site. Pay Scale: Salary $100K-$130k KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Strong technical and communication skills Excellent organizational skills Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs Ability to participate in sales process, interviews, and presentations Ability to work in a team environment Proficient in Microsoft Office and other industry standard construction software tools Construction-document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction Must have experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control Familiarity with Pull Planning Process Must have strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan Must be able to create an environment where u201csafety firstu201d is the culture and all trades people work with an incident and injury free attitude Must have experience supervising a project team Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team RESPONSIBILITIES: - Directs day-to-day coordination of trade contractors and subcontractors to ensure high-quality work aligned with the approved project schedule - Manages the project budget for general conditions and site services - Develops, documents, and communicates work plans related to field changes - Maintains thorough knowledge of contract documents to proactively identify and mitigate risks - Obtains or verifies that subcontractors secure all required construction permits - Serves as the primary safety representative in the field, enforcing safety compliance across all trades - Develops safety strategies and drives a strong safety culture among all project personnel - Plans and executes workarounds, shutdowns, and tie-ins - Builds credibility with owners, trade contractors, unions, and project partners through fairness and integrity - Resolves jurisdictional disputes with support from the Senior General Superintendent or Construction Executive - Leads regular contractor coordination meetings - Maintains daily reports and project documentation using software tools - Creates, manages, and updates the project schedule, including development of contingency plans - Communicates schedule status, updates, and changes to project teams and trade partners - Plans, coordinates, and manages jobsite logistics - Trains and mentors Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction methodology, and business acumen - Supports development, preplanning, and preconstruction efforts, including scope definition and buyout participation - Administers Time and Materials (T&M) tracking - Leads stretch and flex planning, daily huddles, and pre-task planning activities - Engages in the community to foster and grow relationships within the local market - Collaborates closely with business development to align project execution with sales strategies, performance metrics, pursuits, and client deliverables Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $64.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026. 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Job Title
Construction Superintendent