Project Superintendent
About this role
At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destinations & Experiences worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.
Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what’s possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we’re creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Superintendent is responsible for the daily management of the overall project site including all coordination activates between the various Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Architects and Engineers and their Sub-Consultants, Show/Ride Vendors and the various Park Operating Departments (Operations, Security, Food, Merchandise, etc). This includes pre-planning and execution to ensure the Contractor is providing adequate resources to the tasks to meet Cost, Safety, Quality, and Schedule. Responsible for ensuring that the work being installed by the Contractors is per the drawings and specifications, using sound construction practices and good quality workmanship. This includes but is not limited to ensuring the latest drawings, specifications and Universal’s environmental, occupational health and safety procedures are being followed and that the facilities being built are dimensionally accurate. Demand quality from all contractors, subcontractors and vendors while meeting cost and schedule requirements.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the overall smooth operation of the job site including cleanliness, order, coordination, efficiency and productivity.
- Continually find solutions to conflicts in structural / architectural / mechanical / electrical drawings and specifications by conferring with the Consultants. Coordinate these solutions with the various sub-trades. Identify contract document conflicts and recommend solutions to the Project Engineer and Project Manager.
- Enforce quality control and monitor the contractor and subcontractor’s schedules. Ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design documents.
- Coordinate inspections with consultants and authorities as required.
- Schedule coordinate and lead job site safety meetings.
- Maintain record documents daily, weekly, and monthly reports; of contractor, consultant, and owner actives, including significant project events and milestones.
- Provide information and interpretation of plans, detail sheets and specifications for contractors and subcontractors.
- Report accurate quantities of on-site labor by trade; accurately monitor material to ensure quantities that the contractor has on site is sufficient to complete the Project in the field.
- Duties include being able to check layout work competently, accurately and efficiently.
- Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Educational and experience requirements include a two year education beyond high school or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience and a minimum of five to ten years construction site supervision and layout experience.
- Full working knowledge of surveying techniques, equipment standards and procedures are necessary.
Must have the ability to read blueprints and develop as-builts. - Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate with others a must. Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to represent the company and project team in a professional manner to the Contractor, Architect, related project staff and the community.
- Computer skills are required as well as previous experience with Microsoft Office and Meridian Prolog software. Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
EDUCATION:
Associate’s degree (AA) (list discipline(s)) – in Construction, Engineering, or Architecture or equivalent years of experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior experience as a project superintendent with a theme park company. Minimum experience as a project superintendent: 5+ years; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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Company at a glance
For years, we’ve been creating a legacy of unforgettable experiences for our Guests. Our Guests are immersed into the sights and sounds of some of the greatest movies and most legendary stories, and our Team Members are the ones who help make those incredible experiences come alive. Our Team Members realize that delivering world-class service is more than just an expectation… It’s The Universal Way. It’s who we are. It’s what we do. And it’s the reason we strive to be recognized as the number one entertainment destination in the world.
As a part of the COMCAST NBCUniversal family, we are as committed as ever to continuing to build spectacular experiences based on the most compelling and dynamic movies, books and TV franchises in the universe. We are poised for growth and success and are focused on the future. Our Team Members not only deliver experiences of a lifetime, they create them!
At Universal Orlando Resort™, we create a balanced and rewarding work environment while encouraging individual growth and development. As a Team Member, we’ll partner with you to help identify your personal goals and provide career guidance. Best of all, it’s our philosophy to always try and promote from within first. Now, what could be more promising than that!
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