What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Superintendent - International position at Caddell?
Job Title – Mechanical Superintendent - International
Location – Various International location
Rewards of Working at Caddell – Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, referral bonuses, ability to reassign to other global projects at completion and paid vacation.
What You Will Do
- Works closely with Project Superintendent, Project Manager, Quality Control Manager and Home Office Mechanical Procurement coordinator as required, in formulating, discussing and finalizing the overall plan of operations, job layout, job schedule, etc.
- Manages the day-to-day work of crafts and subcontractors in field, delegates work through foreman and/or subcontractor representatives. Must work with subcontractors of different cultures and languages.
- Maintains regular communications with project staff to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
- Reviews plans and specifications of job, job budget and estimate with project manager and project superintendent to ensure that quantities, values, manpower requirements and deliveries of various divisions of job are understood.
- Participates in weekly progress meetings with subcontractors.
- Assists in preparation of plan at beginning of job, for receiving, storing and handling materials as required.
- Assists in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
- Maintains best possible relationship with owner and architectural-engineering firm associated with job. Strives to develop spirit of cooperation and respect between Caddell and representatives of the other partners on the project.
- Performs additional assignments per project manager’s and project superintendent’s direction.
- Performs quantity surveys and estimates based on project plans and specifications for plumbing and mechanical systems.
- Working Conditions– Construction setting, travel required, full time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for longs periods of time, lift and hold in excess of 50lbs, talk, hear and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid and wet conditions depending on location.
- Reporting Structure – Project Manager, Project Superintendent, Assistant Project Manager, Senior Project Manager and Construction Executive
What We Expect
Accountability is part of The Caddell Way and our employees share in a strong work ethic and positive team environment. There is a true sense of purpose and teamwork.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Strong leadership and management skills required. Deep knowledge and understanding of mechanical systems required. Requires excellent technical and management skills. Strong client relations skills are a must. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage costs and control schedule. Excellent knowledge of safety requirements. Ability to coach, lead and motivate multinational and multi-disciplined employees. Shows leadership, concise execution of plans, vision of project future, and effective communication of vision to subordinates, integrity and strong communication skills.
Education / Experience - Minimum high school diploma/GED and 15 years total construction management experience (with at least five years design/build experience with mechanical systems) required. Four-year degree in building science, construction management or engineering and 10 years total construction management experience (with at least five years design/build experience with mechanical systems) preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, etc.: - (Should be able to submit certifications upon request and obtain a medical clearance before deployment) Current clearance, or the ability to obtain, a Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance required. U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance required.
Your career matters at Caddell, where there is a strong emphasis on the growth and development of every employee! We’re large enough to take on the most complex construction projects, but we know the contribution of each individual is the key to our success.
Caddell Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer veterans, disability, and other protected classes under applicable laws and regulations.
