Project Superintendent

We are seeking a Project Superintendent to join our team. MSI General is one of the first fully integrated DESIGNBUILD construction firms in Wisconsin, with over 65 years of continuous profitability delivering excellence in design, estimating, and construction management.

As the eyes, ears and voice of MSI General on our construction jobsites, the Project Superintendent is responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day production. Strategic planning and effective communication with our team members, inspectors, subcontractors and clients are paramount to completing our projects safely, on time and within budget.

This is a full-time, in-office (not remote) position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and administer project schedules
• Visit assigned job sites daily and manage safety, cleanliness, quality, and expected project progress
• Review, interpret, maintain, and communicate drawings and subcontractor submittals
• Resolve questions, concerns, or conflicts on plans or in the field promptly with diligence
• Attend project meetings and run regular/special subcontractor coordination meetings

Required Qualifications

• Continued Education in Construction Management or a construction trade
• At least 5 years of direct construction supervision management experience, or at least 10 years in the construction trades

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• OSHA safety training (30-hour course)
• 15+ years of experience in the construction industry

Additional Requirements

• Broad understanding of all aspects of constructing a building: site work, concrete, masonry, steel enclosure, finishes, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
• Thorough awareness of building codes, safety rules and regulations
• Experience using Outlook, Word and Excel, Smartsheet and Autodesk Build
• Ability to walk a construction site and climb a ladder, capable of accessing all construction areas and tolerating adverse weather conditions
• Ability to anticipate unforeseen issues, develop alternative plans, coordinate important details, adjust priorities, and delegate as needed
• Ability to interact and communicate with others respectfully and professionally
• Ability to accept new duties, responsibilities, and other assignments readily
• Desire to follow through effectively by turning concepts into actions
• Good vision and driving skills
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Responsibilities

• Report on current job statuses at our weekly company Job Progress meetings
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices for completed work
• Maintain close contact with the owner and/or owners’ reps in the field
• Issue Field Work Authorization Notices (FWANs) for non-contracted work
• Prepare and distribute weekly meeting minutes and end-of-week updates
• Participate in quarterly performance conversations with the Director of Construction

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Corporate wellness program
• On-site fitness center
• Education or training assistance
• Team building activities & outings

MSI General’s Core Values

These five traits represent our company culture. It is expected that every team member embraces and demonstrates:

• Integrity – We hold ourselves and each other accountable to maintain the highest ethical standards.
• Commitment – We are engaged and passionate about our work and dedicated to our profession.
• Trust – We are honest, competent, and follow through on what we say.
• Passion – We are passionate about providing a unique DESIGNBUILD experience.
• Teamwork – We accomplish our best work as a collaborative team through accountability, communication, and respect.