W/ WTTP - Construction Executive/ General Superintendent - Irving Knight Group

Job Title: Water/ Wastewater Construction Executive (Director of Field Operations)

Location: Atlanta, GA (relocation assistance provided) - must be able to travel to projects across the Mid-Atlantic and the Southeast

Compensation: $170,000 to $210,000 (dependent on experience) + bonus + 5 weeks PTO + car allowance/ vehicle.

Irving Knight Group is retained with one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States looking for a Construction Executive to lead large-scale water and wastewater plant construction projects. We are not looking for Project Managers, but instead General Superintendents and Field Operations Managers who have had experience managing a craft workforce of 50+ people and managing multiple Superintendents on large scale projects (100M+) and/ or multiple projects concurrently.

Role:

• Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule, emphasizing critical milestones, and effectively communicate it with contractors and stakeholders. Lead cross-disciplinary meetings to secure consensus on the timeline and maintain recovery schedules when needed.
• Oversee and ensure the timely, cost-efficient installation of contracted work across one or multiple projects.
• Implement and enforce safety programs, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and government regulations.
• Exhibit expert knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements to ensure seamless project execution.
• Participate in the development and management of staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Create and implement a comprehensive plan for sequencing work, managing jobsite logistics, and tracking materials and personnel.

Must have:

• 10+ years Superintendent experience working on water and wastewater projects.
• Experience managing a craft workforce of 50+ people.
• Manager of multiple Superintendents, either on very large projects ($100M+), or multiple projects concurrently.
• In-depth understanding of relevant safety and building regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Proven experience in leading field operations and effectively conveying plans to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Self perform construction experience.
• Experience with construction management software platforms including PlanGrid, Bluebeam, Procure, and P6.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or other related disciple OR relevant work experience.