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Superintendent - Building Division

Company:
The Ruhlin Company
Location:
Columbus, OH, 43216
Posted:
October 22, 2025
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Description:

The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire a Superintendent for its Building Division.

This position will be based out of Ruhlin's regional office located in Gahanna, Ohio.

Summary: Direct field construction activities and coordinate the efforts of project staff and subcontractors.

Responsibilities: Documentation * Create daily job reports.

* Identify improved methods to accomplish tasks and document best practices to share with others.

* Provide input to cost and schedule forecasts; verify work progress; perform project close-out and ensure punch list is completed in a timely manner.

* Recognize changed conditions and potential delays with respect to the contract and promptly notify the appropriate person.

General * Plan and supervise all activities including determining methods of construction, sequencing, staffing levels, material quantities, equipment, and work schedules.

* Participate in the negotiation of claims and changes.

* Serve as liaison with owner's representatives (engineering, estimating, and planning) to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.

* Maintain a work environment free of harassment, intimidation, and coercion.

* Cooperate fully in achieving the Company's equal employment opportunity objectives.

* Bring to the attention of the Project Manager and Field Operations Manager, in a timely manner, any employee relations issues that arise such as inadequate work performance or policy violations.

* Ensure minority participation goals (DBE, etc.) are achieved on assigned projects.

* Review daily and weekly crew production in relation to original budget and resolve field construction problems (i.e., lack of productivity, work interference, nonpayment for work performed, etc.) * Prepare for and attend project status meetings.

* Ensure the jobsite is always secure.

* Train and mentor project staff.

* Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Quality * Responsible for ensuring quality workmanship is being performed on projects.

* Verify that products and methods used meet or exceed project specifications.

Safety * Assist with incident investigations and follow-up.

* Monitor craft and subcontractor compliance with safety requirements.

* Perform weekly safety inspections and ensure toolbox talks are performed.

* Document and ensure corrective actions are implemented as needed.

* Promote the safety culture in a positive manner by leading safety incentive programs, best practices, and various initiative campaigns.

Scheduling * Create and distribute 3-week look ahead schedules to key project employees and Field Operations Manager identifying items of work to complete and resources required.

* Communicate staffing and equipment needs in a timely manner to the Field Operations Manager.

* Coordinate with various crafts, Company departments, and other contractors to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc.

support project activities and project schedule.

* Conduct effective weekly meetings with contractors and owners, as needed.

Talent Acquisition and Employee Development * Treat employees and candidates for employment equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national origin, disability, age (40 years or older), military/veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

* Assist with employee professional development initiatives and programs.

Essential Skills and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction engineering technology, or construction management, related field, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or field experience.

* Minimum 4 years' supervisory experience in the construction industry.

* Ability to read and interpret construction documents.

* Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

* Strong leadership presence.

* Outstanding time management and organizational skills.

* Advanced knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to control and supervise large groups.

* Team focused mindset to build strong working relationships.

* Broad knowledge of construction methods and materials.

* Willingness and ability to work non-traditional hours (evenings, overnight, weekends). * Basic computer skills including Microsoft 365, Bluebeam, and HCSS.

* Commitment to Company values.

Direct Reports: Foremen, Project Engineers Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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