Construction Superintendent

Job Title

We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent or construction manager to lead field operations on a major capital project at the Columbus Airport.

This person will support a construction management/owner's rep firm based out of Cincinnati, OH.

• Provide overall field leadership for assigned portions of the Columbus Airport project.
• Manage and mentor Area Superintendents and field staff responsible for day-to-day construction activities.
• Develop, monitor, and execute project schedules in partnership with project management teams.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly construction meetings.
• Review construction documents, specifications, shop drawings, and schedules to proactively identify and resolve conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with project safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture throughout the jobsite.
• Drive quality control efforts and ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans and owner expectations.
• Monitor project progress and implement recovery plans when schedule risks arise.
• Collaborate with project leadership on construction sequencing, logistics planning, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Utilize construction technology platforms, including Procore, iPads, and digital drawing management tools.
• Support owner, architect, engineer, and contractor coordination efforts throughout project execution.
• Assist with project reporting, construction planning, and stakeholder communications.

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience with increasing field leadership responsibilities.
• Previous experience serving as a Lead Superintendent or General Superintendent on large-scale commercial, institutional, aviation, healthcare, higher education, or public-sector projects.
• Experience managing projects valued at $15M+.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple phases of construction, including structural, concrete, interior buildout, and finishing work.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, scheduling, sequencing, and subcontractor management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Proficiency with Procore and digital construction management tools.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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