Superintendent | Mission Critical

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way.

Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus

Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Superintendent with a Mission Critical background to join our team in Charlotte. The ideal candidate will be a proven field leader with experience delivering mission critical construction projects in complex, highly regulated environments where planning, coordination, safety, and quality are essential to project success. The Mission Critical Superintendent is responsible for leading all day‑to‑day construction activities on‑site, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, enforcing safety and quality standards, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with project plans and specifications.

This role requires exceptional leadership, proactive problem‑solving, and the ability to manage fast‑paced projects while upholding Balfour Beatty’s Zero Harm® safety culture and commitment to excellence.

• Field Leadership
  • Lead all field operations and daily construction activities on mission critical projects.
  • Supervise subcontractors, foremen, and field personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution.
  • Foster accountability, collaboration, and proactive communication across all project teams.
• Safety Management
  • Establish and lead the site safety program in accordance with Balfour Beatty’s Zero Harm® philosophy.
  • Conduct safety planning, hazard analyses, and regular site inspections.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Planning & Scheduling
  • Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager.
  • Lead pull‑planning sessions and monitor milestone achievement throughout construction.
  • Identify schedule risks and implement recovery plans when necessary.
• Quality Control
  • Implement and oversee the project’s Quality Control program.
  • Ensure work complies with contract documents, project specifications, and company quality standards.
  • Coordinate inspections, testing, and corrective actions as needed.
• Preconstruction Support
  • Participate in constructability reviews and project planning.
  • Review drawings and specifications to identify risks, logistical challenges, and opportunities for improved execution.
  • Support estimating and operations teams during project planning.
• Financial Oversight
  • Monitor labor productivity, equipment usage, and general conditions budgets.
  • Review subcontractor progress and support payment application verification.
• Subcontractor Coordination
  • Lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.
  • Maintain accountability for schedule commitments, quality expectations, and site logistics.
  • Coordinate subcontractor onboarding and field activities.
• Site Logistics
  • Develop and maintain site logistics plans, including material deliveries, access control, temporary facilities, and site security.
  • Coordinate construction activities to minimize operational disruptions where applicable.
• Communication & Reporting
  • Maintain daily reports, look‑ahead schedules, and progress documentation.
  • Lead project meetings and provide timely communication to owners, architects, engineers, and project leadership.
• Closeout & Turnover
  • Manage punch list completion, final inspections, project documentation, and site demobilization.
  • Ensure a smooth transition through project turnover and owner acceptance.

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