08/10/2026
Orfi Pelaez (4th summer interning with DCCA) rattled off his three biggest takeaways showing his value years of experience “1) Planning ahead is more important than reacting. I learned that successful superintendents stay several steps ahead by coordinating upcoming work and identifying potential conflicts before they impact the project schedule. 2) Effective communication drives project success. I learned that clear communication between subcontractors, project managers, architects, and owners is essential to keeping work on schedule and preventing costly mistakes. 3) Documentation protects the project. I learned to document daily progress, field conditions, completed work, delays, and issues through reports and photographs so the project team has accurate records.”
