Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Job description

**Position Summary** The Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating all on-site activities for assigned construction projects. This includes overseeing subcontractors, enforcing safety and quality standards, maintaining schedules, and ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a deep understanding of construction field operations and a proactive, team-oriented approach. ### Key Responsibilities **Field Supervision & Execution** - Manage day-to-day job site operations, ensuring smooth workflow and productivity. - Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and field labor. - Enforce adherence to project drawings, specifications, and quality expectations. **Schedule Management** - Assist the project team in developing and maintaining the construction schedule. - Monitor daily progress and implement adjustments to stay on track. - Communicate scheduling needs and conflicts to the Project Manager. **Safety & Compliance** - Promote and enforce safety policies and OSHA standards. - Conduct daily safety meetings, site inspections, and maintain safety documentation. - Identify and correct unsafe work practices immediately. **Quality Control** - Perform daily inspections to ensure work meets or exceeds quality standards. - Identify and address any construction deficiencies or non-conformities. - Assist in punch list development and project closeout. **Documentation & Reporting** - Maintain accurate daily logs, including labor, equipment, weather, and progress. - Report job site issues, delays, or changes to the Project Manager in a timely manner. - Assist with RFI and submittal coordination as needed. ### Requirements and Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required; additional training or certifications in construction management preferred. - 5–8 years of experience in commercial or industrial construction, including 2+ years as a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent. - Experience working on projects in the $2M–$20M+ range preferred. - Strong leadership and team coordination skills. - Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and schedules. - Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities. - Proficiency with field management tools and software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Construct Connect, Quick Bid, MS Project). - Knowledge of construction safety standards and local building codes.