Construction Superintendent

Position: Construction Superintendent

Department: Operations

Reports to: Project Manager


Location: Sepulveda, CA

Employment Type & Shift: Full-time benefits eligible

Join Richard, Purpose Builders: Where Your Impact Matters

At Richard, we're not just another construction company - we're the catalyst for change in the industry. As one of the fastest-growing general contractors in the nation, we offer the excitement and innovation of a startup with the stability and expertise of an established firm. We're seeking visionaries who are ready to break free from the constraints of traditional construction and make a real impact.

Why Choose Richard?

• Culture-First Approach: People and innovation over bottom line
• Purpose-Driven Projects: Build structures that truly matter, from critical healthcare facilities to cutting-edge data centers
• Rapid Growth: Be part of a company doubling in size while maintaining quality
• Collaborative, Caring Culture: Clear communication and proactive problem-solving, while supporting your health, financial wellness, and career growth
• Direct Impact: Your ideas shape our projects and company direction
• Innovation Freedom: Be at the forefront of construction technology and sustainable practices

At Richard, you're not just a number - you're a crucial part of our mission to transform the construction industry. We're creating efficient, dynamic spaces that advance communities, sustainability, and well-being. With nearly 200 diverse contracts since 2016 and a passionate team across the nation, we offer the resources of a large firm with the agility and personal touch of a boutique operation.

Break free from corporate constraints. Join Richard, Purpose Builders, and be the architect of your career while shaping the future of construction. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your impact is visible.

Job Summary

The Superintendent holds the responsibility of overseeing daily site construction activities and managing all necessary field personnel to ensure the successful completion of the project within the designated schedule and budget. This encompasses upholding the highest quality standards, supervising trade and field personnel, and implementing effective construction safety practices throughout all on-site activities.

The individual holding this position is required to report to a project site five days a week. It is expected that the individual lives within proximity of the project location or the surrounding areas.

Richard prides itself on consistently providing project opportunities to its field employees in the hope that they have a long career with our organization. The ideal candidate will have flexibility and interest in being assigned to other project locations throughout the United States after your initial assignment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, direct and supervise all aspects of the day-to-day field operations.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with all project team members to maintain project schedule, safety, budget and quality control efforts
• Plan and organize project work to assure all work is in place in accordance with contract documents.
• Have working knowledge of owner contract, subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Conduct on-site meetings with subcontractors, owners and tradesmen.
• Schedule and monitor field productivity.
• Provide mentorship and training to project team.
• Supervise project start up, project completion, and entire close-out process.
• Maintain appropriate documentation throughout the project including change order logs, RFI logs, and submittal logs.
• Manage and oversee all contractual issues.
• Establish and maintain customer relationships.
• Accurate forecasting of costs for job completion
• Ensure timely and safe completion of project, while adhering to contract documents and project budgets
• Coordinate with Safety Manager to ensure projects are completed in accordance with safety goals.
  
  

Mandatory Qualifications

• 10-20 years' experience with a general contracting company
• Open to traveling throughout the U.S.
• A thorough understanding of construction materials, means, methods and building systems
• Experience managing projects $20MM+
• Experience in federal sector projects
• Experience in healthcare projects
• Experience in managing change orders, writing contracts, and building schedules.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office, Adobe and Bluebeam
• Ability to develop, implement, and comprehend RFIs, potential change orders, total project schedules, 3-week look-aheads, and other project documents.
• Ability to manage subs in a hard-bid capacity understanding subcontractor contract scope and holding subcontractors to their contracts.
• Ability to clearly communicate to home office, Owner, Subcontractors and experience running owner meetings.
• Availability to potentially work on any shift, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd, as hospital construction occurs at all hours.
• Experience in Davis Bacon-Prevailing wage or Union required projects.
• Ability to pass a background investigation and a drug test.
• A desire to stay and grow with a company that will help mentor, train, and educate you.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or an Engineering discipline
• Experience with the Department of Veterans Affairs
• Knowledge or familiarity with EM 385 and CQMC
• OSHA 30 Certified
• Experience managing projects $20MM+

At Richard, we believe in showing the same gratitude and care to our team members that we do in our projects. This position comes with a competitive salary to match your level of experience and includes competitive benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 7 paid holidays
• Richard's Quarterly Bonus Program is effective immediately to all employees, given they have met their 90-day new hire waiting period
• Company 401(k) matching contributions
• Parental leave policy
• Fully paid two-month sabbatical leave for employees who reach their 10-year anniversary with the company
• All employees immediately have access to mentorship, regular skills-based training, and leadership development programs

Richard is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees will receive equal employment opportunities without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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