general superintendent

General Superintendent ID 2026-11329 Job Location : Location US-PA-Archbald Type Regular Full-Time Category/Department Field Operations Overview About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. Suffolk - America's Contractor - is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR's list of "Top CM-at-Risk Contractors." For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That's why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, clickhere. Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances. The Role The General Superintendent provides overall leadership and strategic direction for field operations across one or more projects, ensuring safe, highquality execution aligned with schedule, budget, and Suffolk standards. This role serves as a key field leader, mentoring superintendents and field teams while partnering closely with project leadership, clients, and trade partners to drive successful project delivery. Responsibilities 1. Monitor assigned projects for conformance with the construction schedule, expected quality levels, and adherence to the company's Standard Operating Procedures 2. Work with clients and architects throughout the project, responsible for developing relationships that generate client satisfaction 3. Recruit qualified talent; mentor, coach, and train them to perform and ensure effective matching of talent to project scope. This includes Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, Career Start Project Engineers and Co-ops 4. Provide leadership, advice, and assistance to field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel and methods of construction 5. Serve as an advocate for Field Operations 6. Actively participate in the development of business by supporting the Business Development Department 7. Pre-const uction/Estimating: 8. Participate in Sales Presentations and pre-construction services 9. Review projects for constructability, develop a plan for construction 10. Prepare a summary baseline schedule by providing the logic and durations of major work activities to the scheduler 11. Confirm baseline schedule achieves the delivery requirements of the project 12. Create site access and staging/sequencing plans and conduct technical reviews 13. Provide input on budgets and determine field staff requirements 14. Attend the Project Turnover meeting 15. Provide the Project Team input on scope reviews and Exhibit "B"s 16. Construction; Responsible for implementing all Suffolk policies and procedures including: 17. Field Staff Assignments and performance evaluations 18. Weekly site visits to evaluate conditions including safety and general presentation 19. Ensure that field personnel are performing to established standards 20. Oversee the development of the baseline schedule and monitor all project schedules for compliance 21. Provide leadership in the monthly update and narrative process 22. Confirm that workmanship and materials conform to plans and specifications 23. Review project schedules during weekly visit, highlighting potential challenges 24. Provide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasible 25. Ensure timely completion of punch lists 26. Participate in the one-year warranty walkthrough, ensures timely completion of all issues and that appropriate records are kept 27. Client Relationships and Meeting Management: 28. Attend all scheduled meetings necessary to monitor and manage projects 29. Attend owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM/PE) meetings at least twice monthly 30. Maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions 31. Communicate relevant information to project teams 32. Foster and maintain effective working relationships with team members 33. Training: 34. Coordinate field training in job specific and safety training 35. Ensure that field staff are trained according to Suffolk guidelines 36. Participate in design and delivery of Suffolk-specific training Qualifications ualifications []{c=""}