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Traveling Superintendent, Life Science Construction

Arco Design/Build

The Role

Overview

Oversee life‑science/pharma construction projects 100k+ sq ft, ensuring safety, schedule, budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety compliance
  • cost reporting
  • subcontractor coordination
  • schedule management
  • progress reporting
  • procurement review

Tasks

-Direct adherence to the company’s safety program in all phases and areas of the project -Assist in the preparation of all job progress and cost reports to accurately reflect actual costs -Coordinate the activities of subcontractors to permit them to perform their work effectively and to integrate it with project schedules and progress -Maintain a daily diary to permanently record all significant project facts, events, conditions, visitors, owner representative contacts, commitments, agreements and approvals -Report regularly to the project manager to keep them constantly informed on job progress, plans, and problems that could significantly affect costs or schedules -Inform all supervisors and subcontractors promptly of any construction schedule changes -Hold jobsite meetings with project manager and the regional manager -Cooperate with architects or owner representatives on an amicable basis, but in the long term interest of the company -Review and approve all requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and other significant reports and documents -Participate with the project manager in preparing a schedule of construction activities and their sequence, the organization structure, staff selection, and the manpower and construction equipment requirements of the project -Direct and control the total construction project to meet specifications and within the allotted time schedule in an efficient manner to produce the expected profit -Assist in the activities of the project manager/engineer in their duties including prompt shipment of materials and permanent equipment, in obtaining approvals of shop drawings and material samples -Attend the post award review meeting to receive project information and details for preplanning prior to construction -Cooperate with the owner and his representatives, keeping them informed of construction progress

Requirements

  • word
  • excel
  • outlook
  • project scheduling
  • driver's license
  • lead superintendent

What You Bring

-Must have the ability to travel nationwide. -Computer skills: proficiency in using Word, Excel, Outlook, and project scheduling programs -Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence -Ground up commercial or industrial experience required -Pre-cast or tilt-up construction experience preferred, but not required -5-25 years of construction experience, with at least 5 of those years as a Lead superintendent on life science or pharmaceutical industry projects that are a minimum of 100k sq ft.

Benefits

-100% paid 10-week maternity leave -An airplane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling -1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Tuition reimbursement for associates -Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child -Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage -1-week paid volunteer leave each year -Business expenses and mileage reimbursement -100% charitable match -Vehicle allowance, per diem, and living expenses on traveling jobs -Industry-leading performance-based bonus program -Traditional and Roth 401k

The Company

About Arco Design/Build

-The company integrates architecture, engineering, and construction services seamlessly. -It specializes in delivering high-quality projects across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. -Every phase of a project, from design to construction, is handled by the firm to ensure efficiency and coordination. -The firm is known for its innovative solutions in complex projects, particularly in energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -The company has built lasting client relationships through consistent, timely, and cost-effective delivery. -Its portfolio includes large-scale industrial facilities, commercial developments, and residential complexes. -The company employs a collaborative approach, working closely with clients to meet their specific needs and goals.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Commercial

Concrete Construction

Structural Engineering

Civil Engineering

Plumbing Design

Tilt-up Construction

Data Centers

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