Building Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

We are representing a reputable General Contractor actively seeking a skilled Superintendent with 5+ years of field leadership experience. This role is ideal for someone who has successfully led the construction of ground-up, core & shell commercial projects, including office, mixed-use, or institutional developments.

This position requires a hands-on leader who excels at field coordination, trade sequencing, and schedule management. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for quality, communicates effectively with subcontractors and ownership teams, and thrives in fast-paced environments where safety and execution are top priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day field operations on base building projects, including structural, concrete, and MEP scopes

• Manage subcontractors, foremen, and field crews across multiple trades

• Coordinate all construction activities to maintain project schedule and critical path milestones

• Conduct daily site walks and enforce high standards of jobsite safety and cleanliness

• Lead coordination with project managers, architects, engineers, and inspectors

• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy and constructability

• Conduct site logistics planning and oversee delivery schedules and material staging

• Maintain and update daily logs, look-ahead schedules, and manpower reports

• Assist with QA/QC inspections and punch-list completion through project turnover

• Serve as the primary field point of contact for clients and internal teams

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• 5+ years of superintendent experience with a General Contractor

• Proven background managing ground-up, base building, or core & shell projects

• Deep understanding of building systems, sequencing, and trade coordination

• Strong ability to interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and project specifications

• OSHA 30 certified; additional safety credentials a plus

• Proficient with Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera

• Excellent communication, leadership, and field documentation skills

• Ability to manage large teams and complex sites independently

Project Types May Include

• Commercial office buildings

• Ground-up retail or institutional construction

• Core & shell developments

• Mixed-use or podium-structured buildings

• Industrial tilt-up or concrete projects

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

• Performance-based bonuses

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave

• Company truck or vehicle allowance (if applicable)

• Fuel card, phone, and laptop

• Long-term career growth with a stable and well-respected GC