Superintendent-NY

About Daniel O’Connell’s Sons

Daniel O’Connell’s Sons (DOC) has been in continuous successful operation since its founding in 1879. Headquartered in Holyoke, Massachusetts, our geographic footprint includes offices in
Milford, MA, Holyoke, MA, New Haven, CT, Kingston, NY and Miami Lakes, FL.

We offer a full range of preconstruction and construction management, general contracting, and project planning services for building and heavy/civil work to public and private sector clients. By having these two sides to our business, we have the opportunity to work in different markets - giving us a breadth and depth of experience that allows us to take on more complex, special projects for our clients.

When you join the DOC team, you will be part of a team-oriented organization, where collaboration is the norm. We emphasize the exploration of how to use new technology, as well as innovative building techniques and delivery methods that will move our industry forward. Come join us as we chart the course for our future.

Position Summary

Provide overall field management for one or more construction projects. Management will be of
commercial/public projects within our core markets: institutional and commercial buildings,
specialized industrial construction, infrastructure, and heavy construction.
Works under the direction of the Project Manager and Project Executive. Makes decisions and
recommendations which can greatly impact the company’s relationship with Clients and the project
profitability.

 The Superintendent is the leader of the field management team – this individual is
expected to have high levels of integrity and strong management skills.

Job Responsibilities
 Detailed planning and management of construction tasks and activities.
 Direct and supervise layout and quality control.
 Manage field personnel; including DOC employed tradespeople and subcontractors.
 Determine staffing needs for tradespeople; work with local unions, hire and lay off workers as
needed.
 Manage field payroll, review and approve suppliers/vendor invoices.
 Manage and track any change order work, including subcontractor time and material work.
 Complete look ahead schedules and provide information for schedule updates.
 Communicate with owner and engineer/architect personnel.
 Ensure the project proceeds on schedule and on budget.
 Long term view of the overall direction of the project; identify areas of potential challenges
early on in the work.
 Review submittals for constructability and coordination; submit RFI’s as required.
 Identify potential areas of cost savings and value engineering for the owner/client.
 Leader of jobsite safety protocols; ensure everyone on site is aware of and following DOC
safety rules and regulations.

Position Qualifications
 In-depth understanding of all major construction methods and procedures.
 Strong communication skills, including the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically.
 Understanding of field engineering principles and procedures.
 Field management experience.
 Understand of trade agreements and ability to manage trade and labor relations.
 Ability to serve as competent person for construction activities, including but not limited to;
excavation, confined space, scaffolding, etc.

Education & Experience
 Broad knowledge of construction practices and procedures. Equivalent to a four-year college
education or technical training & experience.
 Minimum 5 years relevant construction experience.
 Knowledge of general business software, including: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel,
Bluebeam, etc, is required.
 Experience with project management software and scheduling software is required.
 OSHA 30 Certification, CPR/First Aid Training and Construction Supervisor’s License are
required.

Working Conditions
The working conditions of this position requires the employee to work both inside and outside,
traverse a construction site, utilizing stairs, ladders, etc and utilize personal protective equipment.