The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire Superintendent for its Building Division with openings in both NORTHEAST OHIO AND COLUMBUS. 

Position Summary:  Responsible for coordinating the efforts of all contractors. 

Expected Outcomes:

• Assigned projects are completed according to the contract and at a profit for TRC
• Safety and quality goals are achieved
• Clients are satisfied with project results

Position Responsibilities: 

• Creates and maintains project schedule; plans, monitors and reviews critical path dates and milestone schedules
• Communicates site problems, conflicts, schedule and quality issues effectively to Owner and/or Architects
• Manages the day-to-day activities of the construction operation; creates daily job reports
• Understands all contractors’ scopes; assures contractors maintain schedules, and quality standards meet contract requirements
• Assists with contractor disputes, quality control and schedule coordination
• Participates in the negotiation of claims and changes
• Verifies that products and methods used meet or exceed project specifications
• Maintains open communication between all contractors to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc. support project activities and project schedule
• Monitors contractor compliance with project safety program requirements
• Teaches Project Engineers
• Conducts beneficial, organized, weekly meetings with contractors and owners and records minutes (if there is no Project Engineer on the project)
• Provides input to cost and schedule forecasts; verifies work progress
• Works with owner’s representatives to ensure work complies with drawings and specifications
• Performs project close-out and ensures punch list is completed in a timely manner
• Assists the Project Manager with review (% complete) of monthly pay requests submitted by contractors
• Secures job site at all times; on call 24/7 as needed for emergencies
• Coordinates work between trades for good of the project (owner benefit)
• Assists the Project Manager with Change Order review
• Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values and goals
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Four year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience
• Five years’ supervisory experience using similar construction methods, equipment and tools
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Advanced knowledge of construction scheduling
• Ability to control and supervise large groups
• Strong organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision-making ability
• Basic computer skills

Reporting to this position:  Project Engineer

About The Ruhlin Company
The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. For 100 years we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader. From bridges to buildings, client success is built in.

Ruhlin offers an array of comprehensive services from General Contracting and Construction Management to Design-Build. Our diverse team of talented project managers and construction experts offers decades of experience providing successful projects that meet or exceed our clients' expectations.
Our experience includes facilities for education, healthcare, parking decks, historical renovation, industrial, governmental and municipal buildings, energy conservation and alternative energy generation, structural erection, heavy civil projects, bridges, dams, highways and transportation infrastructure.
As construction methods evolve, so does The Ruhlin Company. Our in-house professionals are well versed in Sustainable Construction as well as USGBC LEED Design and Construction requirements. Ruhlin currently has several LEED Accredited Professionals (AP) on staff and is committed to accreditation of all of our project staff in the LEED process. We are dedicated to improving our sustainable construction processes while Conserving, Protecting and Constructing Sustainable facilities.

The Ruhlin Company was established 100 years ago and has become one of Ohio’s most recognized General Contractors, Construction Managers and Design-Builder firms.

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes: Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days.

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program