Restaurant and Retail Construction Superintendent

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead construction projects and day-to-day job-site execution for restaurant construction, remodels, and capital improvement projects.

This role serves their primary on-site representative and is responsible for ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company standards.

This is an owner-side field leadership role within a lean team. Our role requires hands‑on involvement and accountability for execution.

This position is ideal for an experienced Superintendent or Field Construction Manager who wants to move into an owner-side role, gain broader exposure, and build a long-term career while remaining closely connected to the field.

• Job‑Site Execution
  • Lead daily job‑site activities for construction, remodels, and capital projects.
  • Coordinate all trades, vendors, inspectors and deliveries.
  • Maintain job‑site safety, quality, cleanliness, and organization.
  • Manage sequencing to keep work moving and prevent delays.
• Ownership Representation
  • Act as GAR’s on‑site representative during construction activities.
  • Enforce construction standards and design intent.
  • Hold general contractors and subcontractors accountable to expectations.
  • Coordinate inspections and support punch‑list completion.
• Technical & Field Coordination
  • Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
  • Identify constructability, coordination, and sequencing issues – particularly related to MEP systems.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Construction leadership to resolve issues.
  • Support turnover to Operations by ensuring systems are installed and functioning as intended.
• Communication & Collaboration
  • Provide regular updates on job‑site status, issues, and schedule risks.
  • Coordinate with Operations to minimize disruption at operating restaurants.
  • Escalate issues appropriately while resolving routine field challenges independently.

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or Field Construction Manager.
• Experience in commercial, retail, or restaurant construction and facilities maintenance preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of restaurant and construction and MEP coordination.
• Proven ability to run job sites independently.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Hands‑on experience coordinating subcontractors and managing day‑to‑day field activities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose field issues and implement practical solutions.

• Competitive base salary: $120,000 - $140,000
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) to start plus 6 additional holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Monthly dining card
• Gym and educational reimbursement