Commercial Superintendent

Commercial Superintendent - Portage, MI

DISHER is partnering with a local construction company to identify a Commercial Superintendent to join their team in Portage, MI. The Commercial Superintendent provides management oversight for the construction phase of the project which includes ensuring work is proceeding on schedule while promoting and enhancing client relationships and the company image.

This company has a history of high retention, promoting from within, and a high level of transparency throughout the whole organization. They live, day by day, by 5 core values:
Do the right thing, be client focused, have a positive attitude, be a team player, and be proud of what we do. As an important member of this team, you will have a direct impact on developing processes and making suggestions to continuously improve what has already worked in the past. We are growth minded and always open to new ideas and welcome those with ambition and vision.

• Develops and manages cost-effective project schedules and resource plans
• Leads weekly subcontractor coordination and toolbox safety meetings
• Creates and maintains 2–3 week look-ahead schedules
• Oversees site logistics, including trailer delivery and setup
• Selects, coordinates, and supervises subcontractors and trade contractors
• Ensures adherence to architectural plans, specifications, and regulations
• Manage construction contracts, permits, and licensing compliance
• Supervises assistant managers and addresses safety or performance issues
• Monitors and reports on project progress, timelines, and modifications
• Enforces project safety, quality, scheduling, and resource control per company standards

• Minimum of 5-7 years or more experience assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field helpful
• Must have strong organization and leadership skills and a commitment to safety
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people, both verbally and in writing
• Must be comfortable using a computer or tablet
• Technologically proficient with office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) and construction management software (Pro Core, MS Project, and Bluebeam)