Lead Superintendent

Join the Lee Kennedy Team

Lee Kennedy Company is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor with over 40 years of experience delivering high-quality projects. We’re passionate about building lasting partnerships, delivering exceptional results, and leading with integrity. Our success is built on a strong learning culture, a commitment to our people, and a drive to grow and develop talent across the organization.

Lee Kennedy Company is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor with over 40 years of experience delivering high-quality projects. We’re passionate about building lasting partnerships, delivering exceptional results, and leading with integrity. Our success is built on a strong learning culture, a commitment to our people, and a drive to grow and develop talent across the organization.

As a Lead Superintendent at Lee Kennedy Company, you will play a pivotal role in managing all aspects of field operations across complex projects. You’ll lead with strong financial insight, organizational excellence, and a proactive approach to safety, quality, and schedule. In this role, you’ll serve as the central point of leadership in the field, collaborating closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, trade partners, and clients to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to LKCO’s highest standards of quality and safety.

• Partner with the Project Manager to actively manage GC/GR costs, budgets, and projections.
• Review, track, and approve subcontractor T&M slips, invoices, and cost exposures.
• Ensure proper documentation and cost coding for all labor, change orders, and allowances.
• Train field staff on cost review processes and support transparency in financial reporting.

• Lead project start-up, mobilization, and resource planning in collaboration with preconstruction and project teams.
• Maintain project organization and documentation using Procore, including daily reports, RFIs, and closeout requirements.
• Oversee submittal and procurement processes, identifying scope gaps and aligning material needs with schedules.
• Manage permitting requirements, NFPA 241 Plans, and coordinate with permitting authorities to avoid delays.
• Participate in meetings, track project hot lists, and ensure accurate, timely communication of priorities.

• Develop and maintain a 3-week look-ahead schedule that reflects real-time site conditions.
• Adjust material and equipment deliveries to meet project milestones.
• Identify risks, forecast potential challenges, and develop recovery plans in collaboration with the General Superintendent.
• Monitor schedule progress, proactively communicating updates to the team and client.

• Lead implementation of LKCO’s safety program, including Siteform audits and subcontractor kickoff meetings.
• Manage QA/QC processes to ensure work meets project specifications and code compliance.
• Conduct trade-specific kickoff and pre-installation meetings to mitigate risk.
• Ensure that all subcontractors meet insurance and contractual requirements before mobilization.

• Support LKCo’s long-term strategies by staying current on industry innovations, tools, and best practices.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of union autonomy, workforce management, and EEO compliance.
• Mentor junior staff through training, development, and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and credentials to support project needs.
• Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, safety practices, and integrity.

• Extensive field experience in commercial construction, with proven success managing large, complex projects.
• Strong financial, scheduling, and administrative acumen.
• Deep knowledge of safety practices, quality control, and risk management.
• Proficiency in Procore and other industry-standard project management tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid licenses, certifications, and credentials as required.

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