Superintendent, Construction

Construction Superintendent

This role leads on-site construction operations for complex ground-up commercial projects, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are consistently met. The superintendent provides daily field leadership, coordinates trade partners, manages site logistics, and drives effective communication among project stakeholders. Projects will vary, and the superintendent will either serve as the lead on projects valued at $10M+ or contribute as part of a larger team on projects exceeding $100M.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily on-site leadership by setting expectations, assigning responsibilities, and ensuring commitments are met across all trades.
• Review design documents for constructability, phasing, protection, logistics, and field issues, and recommend efficient construction methods.
• Define, communicate, and enforce standards for safety, quality, housekeeping, and professional conduct on the job site.
• Develop site-specific safety plans that address unique hazards and ensure compliance with all safety requirements.
• Conduct safety orientations for all individuals entering the site and reinforce a culture that prioritizes safety over speed.
• Lead regular safety meetings and discussions with contractors and address safety violations promptly and consistently.
• Investigate incidents, document findings, and enforce appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Manage site logistics, including traffic control, equipment planning, material staging, and site access.
• Collaborate closely with the project manager, client representatives, and contractors to plan and execute work in alignment with the project schedule.
• Facilitate regular progress meetings with trade partners to ensure timely initiation and completion of their work.
• Guide the interpretation of construction documents in the field and ensure all work complies with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Set clear quality expectations through pre-installation meetings and monitor work to ensure those standards are met.
• Coordinate permitting and inspections with authorities and stakeholders, and ensure all required approvals are obtained on time.
• Maintain and manage punch lists, track outstanding items, and verify completion to meet turnover and closeout requirements.
• Approve timesheets and requisitions for emergency purchases in accordance with project and company procedures.
• Prepare and submit daily reports that document progress, weather conditions, safety activities, and any challenges or delays.
• Monitor project status against goals and milestones, and adjust field strategies and sequencing as needed to maintain schedule and budget.
• Resolve disputes in the field by aligning solutions with contract terms and project objectives.
• Complete trade contractor performance evaluations and participate in required training to maintain and enhance professional skills.
• Oversee approximately $1 million worth of work per month, ensuring productivity, quality, and adherence to project plans.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of ground-up commercial construction experience as a superintendent, lead superintendent, or assistant superintendent leading projects of $5M or more.
• Proven experience working with general contractors and managing subcontractors on commercial construction projects.
• Strong experience with ground-up construction and construction management for commercial buildings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and plan work activities effectively in a fast-paced field environment.
• Strong focus on safety with a proven ability to promote and maintain a safe culture across teams and contractors.
• Familiarity with site requirements, tools, methods, and materials across multiple trade divisions.
• Clear, concise, and timely written and verbal communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and understanding of project and company risk management.
• Knowledge of job cost accounting principles and the ability to analyze and interpret financial reports.
• Advanced skills in construction scheduling and cost control, particularly on large, complex projects.
• Proven ability to supervise and coordinate large groups of trade…