We have an immediate need for an Assistant Superintendent who is self-motivated, reliable and organized with a few years’ experience. As an Assistant Superintendent, you must possess the willingness to do what it takes for the successful outcome of the project. The successful candidate will learn from real world experiences under the guidance of the Superintendent and/or Senior Superintendent in charge.

As part of this process, Cranshaw expects this person to assist the Superintendent or Senior Superintendent in charge on a day-to-day basis and continue their own development in the following areas:

Safety

• Understand the importance of project safety compliance and assisting in administering the company safety program and job site security.
• Assist in coordinating routine jobsite inspections with Cranshaw’s in house safety compliance team and/or their 3^rd party safety consultant.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent in charge addressing and closing of non-compliant observations on inspection reports.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent in charge the collecting of subcontractor tool box talks on a weekly basis.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent in charge reporting and documenting all incidents/accidents in a timely manner and with the assistance of in house safety compliance or 3^rd party consultant, investigate all incidents and accidents should they occur.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent in charge to review and check subcontractor’s site specific safety plan prior to mobilization.

Operations

• Learn to navigate field conditions.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining building controls, to the extent required for reach project, including checking and back-checking critical dimensions, field dimensioning, horizontal and vertical control, etc.
• Be able to take direction and carry out tasks assigned by the Superintendent in charge, and senior staff.
• Coordinate and assist the Superintendent in charge in any preparations for environmental and extreme weather events.
• Assist the Superintendent in charge with the overall control of construction schedule and operations from project commencement through certificate of occupancy and punchlist/closeout.
• Assist in Coordinating and managing job site deliveries and logistics without negative impact to job site operations, surrounding pedestrian travel, and/or vehicular traffic.
• Take part in preparing, running, and documenting preparatory meetings for ALL trades well in advance of jobsite mobilization. These meetings shall review topics of safety, schedule, logistics, scope of work, etc.  Templates for many standard subcontractor pre-construction agendas can be found in the Procore Training Center.
• Assist with preparing for, and managing weekly subcontractor meetings, including creating a weekly agenda, documenting meeting minutes and helping to coordinate distribution with Cranshaw’s project manager.
• When requested, attend formal and informal MEP, structural and architectural coordination meetings and coordinate scheduled updates with the trades.
• Contribute in the execution, implementation and updating of the project specific NFPA-241 Program.
• Contribute in the execution of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program, if applicable to the project.
• Ensure all areas of the project are presented professionally at all times. Buildings, sites and project offices must be kept safe, clean and organized.
• Assisting the Superintendent in charge in the development, execution and updating of the project specific Construction Management Plan and Traffic Management Plan.
• Develop skills and techniques to manage, coordinate, communicate, and direct subcontractors on a daily basis so that they are working safely, productively and keeping up with the project schedule.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent in charge to ensure that project records, including field reports, progress photos, etc. are being completed accurately on a daily basis.
• Ensure that project documents are in place, current, and reflective of all RFI’s, Bulletins, changes, etc.
• Adherence to all policies outlined in the NDCC Employee Handbook, the Cranshaw Superintendent Field Procedures Manual, and the Cranshaw Safety and Hazcom Manual.
• Knowledge and use of Procore project management system and training center.

Schedule

• Take part in assisting the Superintendent in charge to create weekly 2-3 week look-ahead schedules.
• Work with the project team to regularly update the Project schedule.
• Develop an understanding on how track the alignment of the look-ahead and Project Schedules, and how to plan for recovery, if needed.
• Develop the traits to present and clearly convey schedules during owner and subcontractor meetings.

Personal

• Focus on developing a detailed understanding of how to build buildings from site development, foundation, superstructure, building envelope, MEP/FP systems, finishes and closeout.
• Continually improve skills in plan reading, specification review, and site specific document review, which may include subcontractor contracts and scope of work.
• Developing skills for implementing and documenting design directives, plans, and specifications.
• Pursue, acquire, and maintain in good standing an Unrestricted Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License once all minimum experience requisites are met.
• Personally present oneself professionally at all times.
• Pursue, acquire and maintain in good standing OSHA-30 hour certification, First Aid and CPR certification, NFPA-241 Hot Work certification.
• Willingness to pursue any pertinent or relatable certifications or licenses as requested by the company, such as LEED, Passive House, HAZWOPER, etc.
• Attend and complete all company provided training.

Quality

• Understand submittals and shop drawings, project orders of conditions, special conditions, hazardous materials surveys, geotechnical reports, etc.
• Contribute in managing the project Quality Control measures of all subcontractor workmanship and adherence to the contract documents in the efforts to minimize non-conforming work and project punchlist. Follow company QA/QC guidelines as it pertains to each trades work.
• Work with project team to establish punchlist procedures in advance of punchlist commencement. This will include determining the level of quality for the project.  Manage punchlist work aggressively and efficiently and follow company punchlist procedure guidelines.

Cost Control

• Contribute in managing a 3^rd party labor pool (project specific). Develop an understanding on how to monitor, manage, and plan labor forces and associated costs.

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05/2023

Do you love problem solving? Do you enjoy working on teams and using your interpersonal skills? Do you embrace learning new skills and new technologies? Do you like applying your academic studies to real-world experiences? If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you!

Every year, Cranshaw is excited to welcome Co-ops and interns to its projects. Cranshaw is currently seeking Assistant Superintendent Co-ops for projects. Cranshaw Construction Co-ops are inquisitive and pro-active team members who are motivated by a challenge. They get things done because they work cooperatively and love to both plan and take action. They put the same amount of time into building and maintaining relationships as they do in managing schoolwork.

Field Training and Responsibilities

Field supervision training is paramount to executing complex projects from groundbreaking to completion. Key aspects of the work in the field revolve around proper communication with subcontractors, designers and clients.

Our focus for field studies include but may not be limited to the following:

• Focus specifically on developing a detailed understanding of how to build buildings from site development, foundations, superstructure, building envelope, MEP/FP systems, finishes and closeout
• Plan reading, specification review, site-specific document review (including but not limited to: order of conditions, special conditions, hazardous materials surveys, geotechnical reports, etc…)
• Develop skills to understand, implement and document design directives, plans and specifications
• Navigate field conditions
• Understand the permitting and approval process which differs depending on the municipalities
• Review construction details
• Understand scheduling and sequencing, understanding the impacts of seasonal construction to planning and implementation
• Adhere to all SAFETY requirements
• Communicate
• Conduct punchlist and complete project closeout activities
• Learn and use innovative technology aids, including:
  • Blue-beam
  • In-Site
  • Timberline
  • Procore Project Management
  • Timberscan
  • Navisworks
  • AutoCAD/Revit
• Understand building layout to the extent required for each project (including checking and back-checking critical dimensions, field dimensioning, etc.)
• Maintain project records, including daily reports, progress photos, verification of subcontractor time and material claims, etc.
• Assist with the management of site logistics
• Understand and assist in implementing construction management plans and NFPA 241 plans
• Conduct take-offs and order materials
• Coordinate with Trades, identifying conflicts and solving problems
• Oversee project labor services

The location of the project(s) to which Co-ops are assigned may change depending on project need but will be in Boston or the surrounding metro/suburban area.

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Interested in developing your career potential?

Please email your interest and qualifications to: contactus1@cranshaw.com

09/2022

Are you a great communicator? Do you enjoy working on teams and using your interpersonal skills? Do you embrace learning new skills and new technologies?

Every year, Cranshaw is excited to welcome Co-ops and interns to its projects. Cranshaw is currently seeking Co-ops for projects in the summer of 2023. Cranshaw Construction Co-ops are inquisitive and pro-active team members who are motivated by a challenge. They get things done because they work cooperatively and love to both plan and take action. They see building and maintaining relationships as key to managing a successful college career.

Founded in 1983, Cranshaw builds complex projects, completing $4+ billion and 35+ million square feet of space in Boston’s downtown and suburbs. Cranshaw is engaged in some of the hottest market segments, including multi-family residential (including affordable housing) and life sciences. Cranshaw is col-located with and an affiliate of National Development, an interdisciplinary real estate firm and regularly partners with other third-party developers.

Training Opportunities and Job Responsibilities

• Assist and support managerial and field team members
• Record Owner/Architect/Construction (OAC) meeting minutes in and distribute via Procore software
• Assist the tracking and inspection of material deliveries
• Receive subcontractor trade partners’ shop drawing submittals, and work with the Project Manager to communicate with the subcontractor trade partner that they can begin ordering material and working
• Develop a fundamental understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and working timelines for subcontractor trade partners in order to complete the project on time
• Assist with permitting process by filling out and submitting forms and tracking approvals
• Contribute to planning a project to exceed sustainability goals
• Keep track of subcontracts, change orders, pay requests and pay applications
• Visit job site with the Project Manager to assure a smoothly-running project

Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Architecture or relevant field
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to adapt to differing needs dynamically
• Organized and able to keep track of materials
• Embraces Cranshaw’s diversity initiatives and goals
• Makes safety an over-riding priority

Benefits:

• Earn a competitive hourly rate while experiencing real-world day-to-day operations at a general contracting firm​
• Participate in company sponsored lunches, volunteer activities and social events
• Develop professional communication skills
• Be exposured to owners, designers, subcontractors, building officials and trade organizations
• Receive training and experience working with industry software, e.g., Procore
• Learn about sustainability processes like LEED and Passive House

The location of the position is primarily out of Cranshaw’s Newton office (Free parking available and office is near the MBTA’s Woodland Station on the Green Line D) but Co-ops may attend meetings or work at project sites in Boston or the surrounding metro/suburban area.

Cranshaw is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cranshaw has a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) mission that values all perspectives and strives toward inclusivity because we believe that equal opportunity and shared success strengthens both our firm and our community.

At Cranshaw, you can build not only buildings but also a career. If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply!

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Interested in developing your career potential?

Please email your interest and qualifications to: contactus1@cranshaw.com

10/2022

Cranshaw Construction is seeking an Estimating Co-Op to join our team of dedicated preconstruction professionals.  Our Preconstruction Team prepares construction estimates at all phases of design on a wide array of project types.  Working with 2D & 3D onscreen takeoff and estimating software, we have the tools needed to work smarter and consistently deliver preconstruction services that are unmatched in the marketplace.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review bidding document contents and import into Procore
• Understand assigned bid packages scope of work through review of project plans and specifications
• Prepare and assist in preparation of estimates during the various phases of design
• Prepare quantity take-offs
• Manage subcontractor bid solicitation process and insure adequate subcontractor participation
• Effectively collaborate and communicate amongst internal and external team members

Qualifications

• Studying to achieve Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Construction Management or related field
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn estimating and take-off software such as Timberline (Sage Estimating), PlanSwift, Assemble Systems, Revit, Procore
• Ability to manage time and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work both on a team as well as independently
• Ability to anticipate issues and take proactive measures to mitigate
• Ability to improve processes and create efficiencies

Goals/Objectives

• To develop the candidates baseline skill set related to document management, quantity take-offs, subcontractor communications, and office etiquette
• Candidate should complete the semester with an overall understanding of the preconstruction process

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Interested in developing your career potential?

Please email your interest and qualifications to: contactus1@cranshaw.com

09/2022

If you are a Boston resident and interested at working at the 3368 Washington Street jobsite, please fill out and submit this application. Alternately you may return comparable information to contactus1@cranshaw.com or 2310 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462, ATTN: Riane Ragno.

09/2022

If you are a Boston resident and interested at working at the Old Colony Phases 4/5 jobsite located at 110 Mercer Street in South Boston, MA, please fill out and submit this application. Alternately the same information can be returned to contactus1@cranshaw.com or 2310 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462, ATTN: Riane Ragno.

If you live in Worcester and interested at working at the 120 Washington Street jobsite, please fill out and submit this application. Or you may apply by completing the information found on the form and returning it to contactus1@cranshaw.com or 2310 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462, ATTN: Riane Ragno.

05/2023