Superintendent Of Construction

Job Title: Superintendent of Construction Job Description The Superintendent of Construction oversees all on-site activities for commercial, educational, healthcare, and corporate renovation projects, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with design and regulatory requirements. This role leads subcontractors and field crews, manages site logistics, coordinates closely with project management and stakeholders, and drives projects from mobilization through closeout while maintaining high standards of quality, documentation, and communication. Responsibilities * Oversee all on-site construction activities from initial mobilization through project closeout. * Manage subcontractors, field crews, vendors, and site logistics to keep work progressing efficiently and safely. * Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for clients, inspectors, consultants, and internal project teams. * Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, permits, and scope documents to guide field execution. * Plan and manage daily work activities and short-term schedules, including 4-week look-ahead schedules in Excel. * Enforce quality control standards and ensure all work meets design intent, building codes, and regulatory requirements. * Maintain daily field reports, progress documentation, and accurate site records using construction reporting tools. * Enforce jobsite safety programs and ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies. * Coordinate required inspections, testing, and project closeout activities with relevant authorities and stakeholders. * Identify field issues early, troubleshoot construction challenges, and collaborate with Project Management to resolve them efficiently. * Utilize Procore, Microsoft Project, and other project management tools to track schedule, progress, and documentation. * Support renovation and addition projects, including K-12, higher education, healthcare, and commercial or corporate facilities. * Manage mechanical and infrastructure-related scopes of work as part of overall project delivery. * Travel to and oversee multiple project sites within the region, acting as a stand-alone Superintendent with office-based PE and PM support. Essential Skills * Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or in an equivalent field leadership role, including commercial construction projects. * Proven experience managing renovation and addition projects of approximately $10 million or more. * Background in commercial, industrial, environmental, or infrastructure-related construction projects. * Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and site logistics. * Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, blueprints, and technical documentation. * OSHA 30 Certification and strong commitment to jobsite safety. * Proficiency with construction reporting and project documentation tools. * Experience with Procore for project management and field documentation. * Proficiency in Microsoft Project for scheduling and project planning. * Ability to develop and maintain 4-week look-ahead schedules in Excel. * Mechanical project Background and familiarity with mechanical scopes in construction. * Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct field crews and subcontractors effectively. * Excellent communication skills for coordinating with clients, inspectors, consultants, and internal teams. * Strong organizational skills for managing multiple tasks, documentation, and schedules. * Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience delivering renovation projects in K-12, higher education, healthcare, commercial, or corporate environments. * Comfort working on projects generally ranging from $1-4 million with shorter durations of 2-4 months. * Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with centralized oversight in the Connecticut region. * Experience coordinating inspections, testing, and closeout documentation for commercial construction projects. * Familiarity with educational project environments and related stakeholder coordination. * Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in contributing to a growing, revenue-expanding construction firm. * Interest in long-term growth opportunities within a company that offers an ESOP program and clear advancement potential. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where the organization is aggressively expanding its presence in the industry. Work Environment This role is primarily field-based on active project sites across Connecticut, with projects typically ranging from $1-4 million and durations of approximately 2-4 months. The Superintendent operates as a stand-alone on-site leader with strong support from office-based Project Engineers and Project Managers. Travel between multiple sites within the state is required, with projects spanning from the northern areas to coastal cities. The work environment involves daily coordination with subcontractors, inspectors, and internal teams, use of tools such as Procore, Microsoft Project, and Excel, and consistent adherence to safety standards and OSHA requirements. The company offers a dynamic, growth-oriented culture with an ESOP program, car allowance, and significant opportunities for advancement as the organization continues to expand. Team members enjoy a collaborative atmosphere with regular outings and social events, and a strong emphasis on entrepreneurial thinking and ownership mindset. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainville, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $67.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Plainville,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. 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