What Is The Role Of A Superintendent In Construction?

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  • Are you curious to know what is the role of a superintendent in construction? Watch this video to learn more about this position and the responsibilities that come with it!
    Here is a link to the Superintendent book: www.amazon.com/Elevating-Cons...
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    Watch And Enjoy!
    Jason Schroeder
    Key Moments In This Episode
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    00:00 Intro & Summary
    01:39 The Role Of A Superintendent
    04:10 3 Habits Of A Successful Builder
    07:06 Key Items To Focus On As A Superintendent
    09:20 Responsibilities Of A Superintendent
    12:00 How To Maintain Clarity & Good Communication
    13:03 How To Monitor & Manage Risks
    14:30 Learn More With These Books
    What To Watch Next
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    How To Manage A Construction Project Step By Step
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    Learn More About Jason
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    Jason Schroeder is the owner and lead consultant at Elevate Construction IST, a company focused on elevating construction by providing valuable insights, effective solutions, and high-quality training. With his extensive experience in the construction industry, he created the Field Engineer Boot Camp and Superintendent Boot Camp, immersive training courses designed to produce high-performing leaders who can lead their teams in the right direction. Through Elevate Construction IST, he aims to scale his training programs throughout the nation to help more construction companies elevate their operations to the next level.
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ความคิดเห็น • 79

  • @tacpmike6017
    @tacpmike6017 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Great video. I've been in construction for over 30 years. Your crews and the relationship you have with them is really important. The build schedule, procurement and everything else are just routine parts of the build script. The script is just papers without those laborers. Treat your subs and tradesmen with respect and always make sure that they have everything that they need to succede. These are the folks that can make you a rockstar. Be approachable, because you want them to feel like they can bring problems to you for solutions, not backlash. You don't want guys to scatter when you pull up because you rule with an iron fist. If you're confident, professional and appreciative, you will inspire them to do their best, and they will always be there for you. Just my two cents

    • @doom-driveneap4569
      @doom-driveneap4569 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My super yells at everyone, every morning, at our daily stretch and flex and job site meeting. He’s not approachable at all 😂

  • @CowboyNation1977
    @CowboyNation1977 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is some of the best advice you can get for becoming a superintendent or just improving your skills. I was just promoted from assistant superintendent to site superintendent and these skills definitely have helped me better manage my time and jobsite

  • @rosemaryblakely910
    @rosemaryblakely910 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’ve never had the opportunity to be a superintendent, or even even given it any thought, but now I have become friends with a gentleman that’s about 10 years older than myself and he is a superintendent and says he loves what he does. As I am starting to have thoughts of what a superintendent of construction would be or do, this is the first video I watched. What good information! Thank you!! I really appreciate it! 👍

  • @d.f.rizaldi36
    @d.f.rizaldi36 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Dude you are awesome. I am captivated and can't skip any single second of your presentation. Love your energy, love your perspective and the way you put your mind through the words

  • @anthonygostischa574
    @anthonygostischa574 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I was offered a position as a super and promised training when I accepted the job. I'm going to succeed but after 9 months this video has enlightened me more that anything else.

    • @jasonwilliamschroeder
      @jasonwilliamschroeder  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. Have you read Elevating Construction Superintendents yet?

    • @anthonygostischa574
      @anthonygostischa574 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Jason Schroeder I have just discovered your channel. I will be sure to read any and all recommendations as the company I work for gives absolutely no guidance or knowledge to pull from. If there is any training recommendations I am all ears.

    • @jasonwilliamschroeder
      @jasonwilliamschroeder  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@anthonygostischa574 I recommend The Lean Builder series and the Elevate Construction Podcast. I think you will love it.

    • @savvy4272
      @savvy4272 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey Anthony, how’s the job been?

  • @user-il4tb9iy3s
    @user-il4tb9iy3s 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I appreciate the recipe to success. I’m currently on a DPR job here in Austin Texas and it’s always good to get refreshed on some valuable information. Appreciate your spending your time making these videos keep them coming.💪🏼🤙🏼

  • @djmsong
    @djmsong 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Please make a video about what micromanagement is vs being an effective super. How some things can be viewed as micromanagement and how to build a culture of open learning and a coachable team players.

  • @nateprotexter5455
    @nateprotexter5455 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your positive attitude and light make me want to do construction. Thank you.

  • @bvausch1
    @bvausch1 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks , Jason.

  • @rafalniewiarowski6158
    @rafalniewiarowski6158 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much for your help Sir !

  • @alfredtambong7499
    @alfredtambong7499 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am about starting a superintendent role. Just learning

  • @sirantoniolove9864
    @sirantoniolove9864 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love learning these leadership skills

  • @MartyThompson-ss8rz
    @MartyThompson-ss8rz ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome content shared with great clarity! Thanks Jason!

  • @user-nj8nk9yu8b
    @user-nj8nk9yu8b ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings Jason ,
    You must always make them feel free around you ,allow them to lead as well by sharing ideas wit you .
    and give them daily duties .

  • @Albarez1021
    @Albarez1021 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome video, thank you.

  • @romeostclair8664
    @romeostclair8664 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks very much 👍

  • @surfh3r0
    @surfh3r0 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    crisp and interesting!

  • @shaikayazahmed5296
    @shaikayazahmed5296 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best video ever

  • @kjk66sss
    @kjk66sss ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is great content Jason! Keep up the great work and thanks for providing us with this knowledge.

  • @bribec2566
    @bribec2566 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Jason, great content that is spot on!

  • @HardHatMat
    @HardHatMat ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice! I also carrer switched 2 years ago and was promised training and be a builder in a year lol. My role is Finish Manager on paper. As soon as my builder frames and drywall the place he orders cabinets and gives me the install date. From there I schedule everything else for install until it's 100%. I don't call in anything cement related. I also walk the houses under contract to check for damages or missing things and order materials and schedule with contractors. I do 1st walks and signoff with homeowners and submit any forms to my builder. My salary is 52k plus bonus and set # gas money per check. As of today I feel very confident in majority of what I do but I feel like I can earn more elsewhere but I'm scared of not having a degree or too much experience on paper & my builder will not teach me "I believe" more to be a builder because I'm a huge asset to him.

  • @brannonburton5494
    @brannonburton5494 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is really good. One of the things I like so much about it is that it’s three main items, and they are so achievable and simple.

  • @FelipeHernandez-hk6bm
    @FelipeHernandez-hk6bm 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Field engineer here and eager to learn everyday an become a good superintendent I love my job.

  • @saulperez4556
    @saulperez4556 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks

  • @BooneWhite
    @BooneWhite ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great summary Jason! Excellent invitation to dig deeper.

  • @davidwintzer
    @davidwintzer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You need to make more of these please ❤

  • @TheBthebabe
    @TheBthebabe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video

  • @jorgeangel6162
    @jorgeangel6162 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your videos are so underrated! This month I will be bumped up to superintendent assistant, I’m nervous but I’ll give it all I got🙌🏽

    • @jasonwilliamschroeder
      @jasonwilliamschroeder  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for these kind words. Good luck. Let me know if you ever need help.

    • @scottfrey5611
      @scottfrey5611 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good job! Understand your position and ask questions to everyone. Nobody expects you to know everything but expects you to follow up with directions of the next step. Remember everyone loves to talk about themselves and what they know. Listen, ask them questions back so you understand. This helps in 2 ways. You gained respect from the individual and you know what their true question is.

    • @jorgeangel6162
      @jorgeangel6162 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@scottfrey5611 very much appreciate Scott

  • @rafalniewiarowski6158
    @rafalniewiarowski6158 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video. Really helpful for me.

  • @JorgeGarcia-fs8ro
    @JorgeGarcia-fs8ro ปีที่แล้ว +1

    33 year old superintendent from texas its tough but we have ambition and agression

  • @erichaven8689
    @erichaven8689 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am new here and really loving this educative video

  • @mc-fd5or
    @mc-fd5or ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love being a super, keep up with the videos on tips for Super's

  • @hatem6508
    @hatem6508 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Those free top notch videos should be at least 1m views.
    People love to pay for this knowledge. Haha

  • @richardanderson1654
    @richardanderson1654 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I would love to hear about the role of an assistant superintendent? For those who are trying to get their foot in the door with a home builder. Great video thanks Jason!

  • @africanninja14
    @africanninja14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would love if you made a more in depth video specifically for beginning or prospective Superintendents! Or a video on managing burnout with the Superintendent position requiring 6 day work weeks at times

  • @Runforcake
    @Runforcake ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothing is perfect in construction but your advice will
    Put a dent in change orders and we all know how costly those can be…..

  • @ericmunoz3420
    @ericmunoz3420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video a lot of help thank you Man, Next Monday i Gonna start as Project Superintendent in New York City 5th avenue i do this before but not at this level. So i very greatfull of any advice thanks

  • @Super-super706
    @Super-super706 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video man, another great book for leaders is called “Extreme Ownership”

    • @bvausch1
      @bvausch1 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Rich Dad Poor Dad & Jason’s Book.

  • @danielvasquez-vw2td
    @danielvasquez-vw2td ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Is there any chance that you can make a video giving tips on the best ways for a Project Engineer to improve their technical knowledge?

  • @Hashainderjit123
    @Hashainderjit123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you do a video on Scheduling? We use 2 week look ahead but I like the 6 week idea

    • @ProfesionalAP
      @ProfesionalAP 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      3 is better, 6 is too far and 2 is to close , in oil and gas is common 3 week look ahead

  • @Doug19752533
    @Doug19752533 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    what is the difference between a superintendent and a project manager? who is higher on the ladder?

  • @Adaml_306
    @Adaml_306 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Okay, so what if you’re procurement, design, the system is constantly failing. You’ve sent out emails, texts, meetings, and calls, and almost two years later, there is no change and now you’re struggling to keep the boat afloat? Do you sink with the ship or jump it?

  • @edgreat13
    @edgreat13 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The video is very useful, but how it could be my profile for get my first job as superintendent?

  • @th13ful
    @th13ful 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How often do you suggest the Field Walks?
    Currently doing 2 a day and sometimes more but I always get pulled one way or another.

  • @codymorris9781
    @codymorris9781 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there anyway I can talk to you guys, I currently have a opportunity to run my first jobsite but I haven’t had any real training it’s more of a lucky opportunity and I’m basically choosing to do it as a sink or swim approach, I want to be successful at this.

  • @kilbarz8751
    @kilbarz8751 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I got hired because I was a supervisor assistant but I have no idea how to read a plan or drawings or how to install siding myself. Help? 😭

  • @DeeBee4AZ
    @DeeBee4AZ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jason,
    As a Superintendent I find myself rushing to get into the next task in my schedule and not giving the sub contractor enough time to finish their task. Which throws off my sequence in building my project. Any suggestions?

    • @jasonwilliamschroeder
      @jasonwilliamschroeder  ปีที่แล้ว

      The only solution is Takt planning & the Last Planner System. There is no other way to correct this unfortunately.

    • @scareydesign
      @scareydesign ปีที่แล้ว

      Be the turtle--the turtle won the race. Never rush that's how bad things happen or worse people die.

  • @MTMSA1280
    @MTMSA1280 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    But mas tarde bro?!

  • @saulaero1
    @saulaero1 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Who trains the superintendent

    • @jasonwilliamschroeder
      @jasonwilliamschroeder  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We need training from anywhere we can get it. Other knowledgeable supers, training programs, and books.

  • @bhailuhailubg
    @bhailuhailubg 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The trained and qualified team comes with the vendor's team. How can one waste his/her time on an already qualified vendor team? Isn't this a waste of the superintendent's time?

  • @beltfedweaponofficial1742
    @beltfedweaponofficial1742 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m on a job in alaska in a village the superintendent has no foreman and does not delegate or assigned a lead guy he started as an apprentice 8 years ago he is putting it all on the crew and it’s frustrating he is failing with budget and job has just begun just threatened us if we don’t make the task with in his budget we will get replaced I love the company but this guy is going to fail and blame us I’ve been a carpenter for 35 years he gives us wrong info and we have to recdo things any advice I don’t want to go over his head