General Superintendent

Trautman & Shreve•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$55 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

We are a single-source solution for the design and implementation of sophisticated mechanical and plumbing systems. Our integrated in-house production model utilizes coordinated BIM models to produce precise fabrication documentation to help ensure accurate installation. Job Summary The General Superintendent is responsible for the overall performance, coordination, and development of field operations for their assigned division. This role ensures crews are properly planned, equipped, trained, and supported to deliver safe, high‑quality, productive work. Reporting to the VP of Field Workforce, the General Superintendent serves as the primary field leader for the division, overseeing day to day execution, managing field personnel, and partnering closely with Vice President of COS Operations to achieve safe, efficient, and successful project outcomes. This is a key leadership role focused on people development, workforce planning, field culture, productivity, and safety execution. Job location is out of Colorado Springs Office.

Requirements

10+ years of field experience in plumbing/pipefitting/sheet metal.
Current union member of SMACNA Local 9 or UA Local 58
5+ years in a field leadership role (Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent).
Strong planning, communication, and leadership skills.
Proven ability to supervise multiple crews and job sites simultaneously.
Expertise in interpreting drawings, specifications, and installation standards.
Experience managing field labor across multiple large projects.
Familiarity with project planning tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Excel, Project, Procore).
Prior success developing field leaders and apprentices.
Strong relationship‑building skills with Project Teams and Customers.

Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Workforce Management Oversee all field personnel within the division, including Superintendents, General Foremen, and Foremen.
Ensure proper staffing, crew assignments, and manpower forecasting in coordination with Project Management.
Lead onboarding, training, development, and performance coaching of field leaders.
Promote consistent use of company standards, best practices, and installation methods.
Support field leaders in daily problem‑solving, planning, and work sequencing in a positive manner.
Project Support & Execution Partner with PM’s to plan labor, schedule execution, and field deliverables for each project.
Oversee field startup and closeout processes at the division level.
Review project manpower plans, productivity goals, and installation workflows with Director of Field Operations.
Provide field expertise during constructability reviews, preplanning, and coordination meetings.
Monitor daily/weekly field performance and intervene early when productivity, quality, or schedule issues arise.
Safety Leadership Uphold and reinforce the company’s safety culture on every project.
Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and required training.
Support job site audits and partner with Safety Leadership to correct hazards and improve behaviors.
Hold field leaders accountable for safe work practices and high-quality reporting.
Quality & Installation Standards Ensure consistent craftsmanship and enforce company SOP installation standards.
Conduct jobsite quality walks and assist crews with technical guidance.
Support QC processes, commissioning readiness, and closeout documentation.
Coordinate with field teams with fabrication & VDC teams to align expectations and field methods.
Workforce Development & Culture Build a strong leadership pipeline for Foremen, General Foremen, and Superintendents.
Support apprenticeship engagement, mentoring, coaching, and evaluations.
Promote strong communication, professional behavior, and teamwork across the job sites.
Leads with a positive, safety‑driven culture, efficient mindset to every project.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement Implement field processes by working with the Director of Denver Field Operations, other General Superintendents and VP of Field Workforce Identify recurring field challenges and recommend improvements.
Support rollouts of new technology, tools, prefabrication strategies, and workflows.
Engagement in field productivity metrics and labor performance; lead corrective actions when needed.