Construction Superintendent

Project Superintendent – CMS Construction

CMS Construction is seeking a Project Superintendent to join our team. The role involves overseeing project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation on an active US military base, requiring a government background check. Applicants must have at least 5 years’ experience as a Superintendent on federal projects over $3M.

• Naval Base Ventura County, Edwards AFB, LAAFB, NASA, Ft. Irwin, and other DOD locations. Travel expenses covered by CMS include housing, flights, and fuel.
• Other locations may include Southern California and Northern California. 4/10 or 5/8 schedule depending on job location.

• Supervise total construction effort to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
• Directly oversee job site personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work schedules and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
• Work with the Project Manager and Scheduler to develop and refine the project schedule, keeping it properly updated and ensuring the job meets the completion date. Create or alter small project schedules using MS Project and Microsoft Excel.
• Proficient in reading construction drawings and specifications.
• Oversee procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specific times to conform to work schedules.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and adheres to construction schedules.
• Prepare or review reports on project progress and real‑time costs, adjusting work schedules as needed to keep the project on time and on budget.
• Prepare all field operations, including material tickets, 3‑week schedule, progress schedule, daily reports, quality control and safety reports, and definable features of work.
• Oversee and schedule CMS laborers.
• Schedule, manage, and supervise completion of a final punch list.
• Manage monthly project progress billings.
• Ensure all company employees and contractors adhere to the company safety policy.
• Problem‑solving: analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications, and costs.
• May oversee one or more jobs/areas at a time and may require travel.
• May perform minor labor duties, such as site cleanup, protect‑in‑place, touch‑up/punch‑list items, or picking up materials for workers.

• Must be a US Citizen, with a CA Real , and able to pass any federal background checks for Federal/DOD bases.
• An undergraduate degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management is preferred.
• 5 or more years of construction experience, including a minimum of 3–5 years in a Superintendent role on projects above $3M.
• Experience in large‑scale construction management or construction trade with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Federal government construction experience (Air Force, Corps of Engineers, and NAVFAC) is a plus.
• Identify and resolve problems promptly; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem‑solving situations; use reason when dealing with emotional topics.
• Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; read and interpret written information.
• Manage difficult customer situations; respond promptly to customer needs; solicit customer feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
• Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen, get clarification, and respond well to questions.
• Proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Procore, Microsoft Project scheduling, RMS 3.0 (USACE contracts) required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Must pass pre‑employment drug test, physical, and background check.
• Maintain a clean record to ensure GOV. badging/background checks.

• CPR & First Aid
• Fall Protection
• Aerial & Scissor Lift
• Forklift
• Medical Respirator
• Bloodborne Pathogen
• EM 385
• OSHA 30
• Harassment Prevention
• Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

$100,000 – $125,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.