Field Superintendent - Construction jobs in Portland, OR

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Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.  We are seeking candidates to work in Sunnyvale, CA on a large semi-conductor manufacturing project. 

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.  

Our company has been in business for a century, but we are not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.   

Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long-term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.  

You will earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training, and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.  

The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.   

Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20 years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.   

We are looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website, and, if you like what you see, apply today.     

Position Summary: The Field Superintendent will work within the Construction Management Department and will report directly to the Project Superintendent and Construction Manager. They will work closely with other Field Superintendents, Superintendents, and subcontractors. The Field Superintendent will be responsible for managing projects from start to finish, ensuring supervision of the project team, scheduling, quality and providing a safe working environment. The Field Superintendent will also supervise multiple subcontractors performing extensive fast-tracked scope on large scale projects. 

Salary Range: $95,000 - $135,000 annually DOE

Essential Responsibilities:  

• Coordinate day-to-day activities with other superintendents, field superintendents and subcontractors.  
• Supervise multiple subcontractors and craft employees.  
• Maintain and adjust project schedule daily.  
• Manage and abide by all safety protocol. 
• Provide resolution to design and constructability issues.  
• Respond to customer/client requests and/or issues and develop resolution to problems using technical expertise. 
• Must be able to interpret and implement proper installations in compliance with all local authority permitting, codes and site specifications.  
• Provide supporting information regarding field conditions and scope for cost estimates.  
• Facilitate contractor activity ensuring performance by all contractual agreement.  
• Assist with management project staffing.  
• Provide clear communication verbally, written and electronically.  
• Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors. 

Qualifications:  

Position Related Skills

• Demonstrate thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
• Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method; familiar with CSI specification system for construction.  
• Ability to work closely with trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential to being able to maintain a cooperative attitude through pressure situations.
• Skills in handling several work activities at once while frequently interrupted by phone calls and urgent questions on work in progress. 
• Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques. 
• Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to work closely with project owners, architects, engineers, equipment manufacturers, vendors, and subcontractors.  
• Must be a dedicated team player, self-starter, flexible and be able to work well with a variety of personalities and minimal instruction. Must be able to remain calm in high-pressure situations. 
• Must be able to physically access all areas and levels of construction site for work progress review. 
• Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences. 
• Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook) and Bluebeam. 
• Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner(P6). 
• Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.  

Professional Experience and Education  

• A minimum of 5 years' construction experience required.  
• Education background in materials and methods of construction.
• OHSA 30 Certification.
• Extensive experience on large industrial and hi-tech fabrication projects.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Bachelor of Architecture, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent craft level work experience.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location.
• Must be able to climb stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces.
• Hands/Arms: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Frequently operates machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials
• Sight: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment.  Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license.  The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents
• Hearing: Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 75% of the time.  Must be able to wear hearing protection as necessary.  Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site. 
• Speech: Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
• Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet, and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
• Bending/Twisting: Frequent.  
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work. 
• Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.  

Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test. 

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice. 

** Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position **

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