Construction Superintendent

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The Role

The Wood Project team is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to support the Black Bayou project in Louisiana.

This position assures the quality and integrity of the project, bringing it in on schedule and within budget. While using in-house construction management procedures and experience, provide continuity and consistency of construction management with quality assurance and reliable control. The ideal candidate brings deep field leadership experience, strong project coordination capabilities, and proven success managing construction activities.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

What we can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas and process industry projects.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood is required.

Responsibilities

Construction & Field Management

• Lead day-to-day construction oversight for an active portfolio across the site
• Coordinate and supervise all construction trades, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project requirements
• Ensure field activities comply with site safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (cGMP where applicable)
• Maintain strong daily presence in the field and ensure punctual, reliable onsite support
• Management of installation, commissioning and completion activities for some materials and equipment

Contractor & Stakeholder Management

• Lead coordination with general contractors, subcontractors, and trade partners to ensure safe and efficient site logistics
• Resolve field conflicts quickly through proactive communication and issue escalation as needed
• Represent Construction Management in project meetings, design reviews, safety walkthroughs, and commissioning planning sessions
• Ensure that contractors meet expectations for productivity, documentation, RFIs, permitting, inspections, and compliance deliverables

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture in collaboration with the HSE Manager and program leadership
• Ensure all site work follows applicable SOPs, quality standards, and client-specific construction governance
• Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements
• Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate daily field logs, progress tracking, and issue documentation
• Provide regular updates to the onsite Project Managers and Program Manager on project status, risks, and resource needs
• Support change identification and documentation in coordination with Project Controls

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Currently authorized to work in USA without sponsorship from Wood
• 10+ years of experience managing construction projects
• Proven capability supervising all construction trades across mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural, piping, and process disciplines
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, project schedules, design specifications, and other construction documents
• High accountability, consistent punctuality, and reliable daily onsite presence
• Proficient in MS Office
• OSHA 30 certification (preferred)
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Procore, Hoylu, and/or other similar construction management and scheduling tools
• Well organized, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills
• Display both good judgment and leadership qualities
• Ability to work with timelines/targets
• Ability to be assertive and drive culture change when required