The Super Superintendent
“Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise”
– a term invented by Benjamin Franklin, way before the Superintendent title was in existence.
The recommendations contained in this axiom are indeed adhered to by those whom our Career Matchmakers consider as the most marketable construction Superintendents.
Characteristics of the Marketable Superintendents.
- References of applicants who fit this description usually inform us that:
- He is the first to be at the job site and the last to be out of it.
- He is aware of who arrives and leaves the work site that he is in charge of.
- He owns up to his duties.
The subcontractor references of these candidates often comment that such Superintendents understand how to push a project schedule, sequence trades and give required project updates and parameters.
Technology Knowledge And Appreciative Interaction.
Executive sources are always confirmable that the best Superintendents are well versed in major technology platforms like Procore, PlanGrid, BuilderTREND, Best Bid Hybrid Pro, Accura Cadd, among others.
More to the point, these sources prove that these professionals address all people at the workplace respectfully, understanding the significance of the project and the dignity of each member of the team.
Health, Discipline, And Everyday Presence.
The most successful Superintendents are highly healthy, partly due to the fact that they are always on the job sites and interacting with their team members. They do not have much time to take cigarette breaks, and they tend to use meal time to meet with colleagues in the administrative team.
In cases where they are not physically present at an active job site, they assign someone to represent them and request frequent updates in case they are not present for any significant duration.
Experience That Endures The Test Of Time.
During my twenty-five years of staffing, I have frequently encountered seventy-year-old Superintendents who were physically fitter than most of the fifties. They enjoy their jobs, and even in retirement, most of them are still involved in the hobbies that enable them to keep on building and creating.
Career Demand And Financial Success.
These field managers are also very marketable and are usually very rich. Besides having a plethora of industry knowledge, which they are generally willing to share, they are also paid to do so.
A good Superintendent will hardly have trouble getting opportunities, since there is always a need to have a competent leader in the profession.
Knowing The Right Work Environment.
A Superintendent rated A realizes the necessity to work in the right environment. He appreciates safety and finds executives who share the same. He also recognizes the value of the relationships with subcontractors and thus seeks employers who design contracts fairly and responsibly.
Loyalty, Mentorship And Integrity.
Although these managers are quick to identify the poor support staff, they are also the ones who are usually the first to mentor the less experienced professionals. They are also faithful to the projects they are committed to, even in cases where the employer might not be the best fit, since they know the value of keeping their word.
Adaptability And Widened Functionality.
These are general attributes that are coupled with personal skills and qualifications to identify the roles and remuneration opportunities. Opportunities are usually enhanced by a willingness to travel, relocate or work night shifts.
Other value lies in experience in leading large teams on complicated projects and the capacity to help with pre-construction efforts between assignments.
Beyond The Job Site Leadership.
A good sign that a Superintendent is in this elite category is that his planning, communication, and execution skills are not only apparent at work but also in day-to-day life. These leaders are service-oriented, and those who are near them observe.
Making The Most Of Failure And Welcoming Change.
One more famous quote of Benjamin Franklin is:
“Do not fear mistakes. You will know failure. Continue to reach out.”
Franklin was a scientist and inventor who had numerous failures in his initial activities. However, he became a better learner of these errors, and this made him more disciplined and helped him conquer his weaknesses through perseverance.
The Career Planning Of A Superintendent.
Should you not be meeting your career objectives as a Superintendent at the moment, we are always ready to assist you in developing a clear and practical career plan. We are here to make you go on. As we at BestBid electrical estimating software make sure that no one should choose the wrong career.