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American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) is currently seeking **General Superintendent** candidates to work on **upcoming** **secure projects OCONUS.** An **ACTIVE** **U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance** is required for this position. American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) has established itself as one of the leading construction firms in the Department of State, Overseas Building Operations (OBO) program. We continue to win important contracts and projects throughout this program and others. We have a culture of innovation where our employees can make a difference and are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to come and join our rapidly expanding team. We are searching for individuals who hold an active secret security clearance, may have held a clearance in the recent past or have the ability to obtain a security clearance. Experience working with Department of State OBO or U.S. Corps of Engineer as your client and any international experience is highly valued. Our employees are our most valuable resources, and we strive to ensure that every one of them is treated as such. In keeping with this philosophy, we offer a competitive benefits package including: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid federal holidays, long- and short- term disability, life insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K matching program. **PRIMARY FUNCTION:** The General Superintendent is responsible for the coordination of all site construction activities and supervision of all field personnel as required to successfully complete the project on schedule and within budget. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** - Management and supervision of Site field staff. - Supervision of the actual physical construction of the project in strict accordance with the contract documents - Verification of safety compliance with all trades - Responsible for coordinating and managing all of the disciplines required to complete the contract - Maintain and plan reports, work-arounds, shutdowns and tie-ins - Enforce safety and quality-control policies - Monitor schedule to ensure that they are meeting goals ~~budget~~ - Maintain records of material and labor costs - Plan the use of supplies and materials to guard against loss and to ensure that vital materials are ordered and delivered to meet schedule - Direction and day-to-day coordination of trade Superintendent to ensure they turn out high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule. - Maintain satisfactory relationships with clients and subcontractors - Ability to work in a team environment with other Project Managers, Engineers and Superintendents - Other duties as assigned by Project Manager or Operations Manager **KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:** - Must be authorized to work in the United States - Must have an active U.S. secret level security clearance - 10 or more years of commercial/nonresidential general superintendent experience - Knowledge, skill, and experience with U.S. construction methods, techniques, and standards - Must be willing to work overseas **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:** - International construction industry experience interacting with various diverse cultures. - Overseas Building Operations (OBO) experience preferred - Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in a related field or 15 year of experience as a large project leader **PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:** The demands described here are not exhaustive, but are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions in accordance with applicable law, provided that the individual does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others when performing such essential functions. **Physical Demands:** While performing the duties of th…
Salary estimate
$128,000 – $173,000/yr
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