Tim Richtsmeier
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Senior project superintendent with 25+ years of experience managing large commercial construction projects. Proven track record of leading teams, maintaining safety standards, delivering projects on schedule and within budget, and coordination subcontractors, owners, and project managers.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Superintendent
Kraus Anderson
Bismarck, North Dakota
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Managed up to 100+ subcontractors across multiple commercial construction projects valued at over $200 million.
- Oversaw site safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Conducted regular site inspections to assess progress and identify potential issues.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to streamline decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to address design challenges promptly.
- Mentored junior superintendents, providing guidance on project management techniques.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency on job sites.
- Resolved conflicts between contractors and vendors in an efficient manner.
- Developed strategies for mitigating risk associated with projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards, building codes, and other regulations.
- Developed detailed plans for each phase of construction including timelines, budgets, resources required.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing progress against established goals.
- Initiated proactive measures to address potential delays or problems before they arose.
LEAD PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Weitz
Des Moines, IA
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored budget performance throughout projects, tracking expenditures against estimates to maintain financial accuracy
- Supervised and coordinated subcontractor activities, ensuring adherence to safety policies, quality standards, and contractual obligations
- Implemented strategies for risk mitigation and cost control, optimizing labor productivity across project phases
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors in order to maximize value while minimizing costs
- Developed schedules for construction activities based on contract documents and communicated changes to stakeholders as needed
- Provided technical guidance regarding installation techniques
- Trained personnel on proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and safety protocols prior to work commencing
- Ensured that project sites were kept clean and safe at all times according to OSHA regulations
- Generated daily reports detailing progress on projects as well as any delays or obstacles encountered
- Analyzed existing processes within an organization in order to identify areas for improvement
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Conlon
Dubuque, IA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Monitored budget performance by tracking expenditures against estimates, enabling proactive financial management
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and contractual requirements
- Implemented effective strategies for risk mitigation, cost control, and labor productivity optimization
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors in order to maximize value while minimizing costs
- Provided technical guidance regarding installation techniques to achieve project goals
- Generated daily reports on project progress, highlighting delays and obstacles to inform stakeholders
- Trained personnel on proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and safety protocols prior to work commencing
- Developed schedules for construction activities based on contract documents and communicated changes to stakeholders as needed
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
McGough
Des Moines, IA
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and contractual requirements
- Facilitated communication between project management team and subcontractors, ensuring timely completion of tasks and alignment on project goals
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors in order to maximize value while minimizing costs
- Developed schedules for construction activities based on contract documents and communicated changes to stakeholders as needed
- Coordinated material delivery schedules with vendors to ensure timely availability of supplies
- Conducted regular job site inspections to monitor progress and ensure adherence to plans and specifications
- Analyzed existing processes to identify improvement opportunities, enhancing operational efficiency
- Resolved conflicts among contractors in a timely manner while maintaining professional relationships
- Evaluated bids from subcontractors; selected those offering best value without compromising quality standards
- Identified discrepancies between design plans and actual field conditions. proposed solutions for resolution
- Trained personnel on proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and safety protocols prior to work commencing
- Provided technical guidance regarding installation techniques to achieve project specifications
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, inspectors, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Implemented strategies for risk mitigation and cost control, optimizing labor productivity throughout project lifecycle
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects effectively by delegating tasks appropriately amongst staff members
- Monitored budget performance throughout the duration of projects by tracking expenditures against estimates
- Reviewed reports from inspectors related to code compliance issues. Implemented corrective actions accordingly
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Knutson
Iowa City, IA
05.2015 - 03.2021
- Conducted regular job site inspections to monitor progress and ensure compliance with plans and specifications, resulting in enhanced project quality
- Monitored budget performance throughout the duration of projects by tracking expenditures against estimates
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects effectively by delegating tasks appropriately amongst staff members
- Facilitated communication between project management and subcontractors to streamline task completion and adhere to project timelines
- Maintained records of all materials used during construction projects in order to track costs accurately
- Developed schedules for construction activities based on contract documents and communicated changes to stakeholders as needed
- Trained personnel on proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and safety protocols prior to work commencing
- Delivered technical guidance on installation techniques to ensure project standards were met
- Resolved conflicts among contractors in a timely manner while maintaining professional relationships
- Ensured that project sites were kept clean and safe at all times according to OSHA regulations
- Evaluated bids from subcontractors; selected those offering best value without compromising quality standards
- Identified discrepancies between design plans and actual field conditions; proposed solutions for resolution
- Generated daily reports detailing progress on projects as well as any delays or obstacles encountered
- Implemented strategies for risk mitigation, cost control, and labor productivity optimization, contributing to overall project efficiency
- Analyzed existing processes within an organization in order to identify areas for improvement
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, inspectors, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Graham
Des Moines, IA
05.1996 - 05.2015
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and contractual requirements
- Conducted regular job site inspections to monitor progress and ensure adherence to plans and specifications
- Implemented effective strategies for risk mitigation, cost control, and labor productivity optimization
- Ensured that project sites were kept clean and safe at all times according to OSHA regulations
- Developed and updated schedules for construction activities based on contract documents, ensuring all stakeholders were informed of changes.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, inspectors, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Identified discrepancies between design plans and actual field conditions; proposed solutions for resolution
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects effectively by delegating tasks appropriately amongst staff members
- Monitored budget performance throughout the duration of projects by tracking expenditures against estimates
- Facilitated effective communication between project management team and subcontractors to enhance task completion timelines
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors in order to maximize value while minimizing costs
- Evaluated bids from subcontractors; selected those offering best value without compromising quality standards
- Resolved conflicts among contractors in a timely manner while maintaining professional relationships
- Reviewed reports from inspectors related to code compliance issues; implemented corrective actions accordingly
- Coordinated material delivery schedules with vendors to ensure timely availability of supplies
- Provided technical guidance on installation techniques to achieve desired outcomes.
- Analyzed existing processes within an organization in order to identify areas for improvement
CARPENTER/CARPENTER FOREMAN
Walter Inc
Des Moines, IA
06.1990 - 05.1996
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure the safe operation of all tools and equipment used on job sites
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Organized workflow to enhance productivity and meet customer expectations
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely fulfillment of equipment and material requests
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Newton Senior High
Newton06-1991
Skills
- Project Leadership
- Project oversight
- Subcontractor Management
- Subcontractor management
- Schedule Management
- Cost management
- Budgetary Controls
- Project Safety
- Site Inspection
- Construction Operations
- OSHA Regulations
- Project coordination
Projects Completed
- West Des Moines Rec Plex Grab 'n Go
- Bismarck State Lab
- Microsoft DSM 13
- Multiple Additions/remodels at Iowa Methodist Hospital-Des Moines, IA
- Central Sterile Facilities at University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
- Multiple remodels at Lutheran Hospital-Des Moines, IA
- Dowling Catholic High School Renovations-Des Moines, IA
- Multiple Additions/remodels at St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids, IA
- The Venue/Live Nation-Waukee, IA
- Berkley Technologies Center-West Des Moines, IA
- Valley High School Stadium Public Buildings-Des Moines, IA
- Multiple remodels at Skiff Hospital-Newton, IA
- Valley High School West Wing Remodel-Des Moines, IA
Timeline
Senior Superintendent
Kraus Anderson
04.2024 - 05.2026
LEAD PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Weitz
08.2023 - 03.2024
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Conlon
04.2022 - 07.2023
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
McGough
03.2021 - 04.2022
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Knutson
05.2015 - 03.2021
SENIOR PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT
Graham
05.1996 - 05.2015
CARPENTER/CARPENTER FOREMAN
Walter Inc
06.1990 - 05.1996
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Newton Senior High