Construction Supervisor

Job Title

Job Information

Job Opening ID ZR_3248_JOB

Date Opened 05/01/2026

Job Type Full time

Industry Construction

Salary $75,000 - $95,000 Annually

City Quakertown

State/Province Pennsylvania

Country United States

Zip/Postal Code 18951

Job Description

Core Responsibilities Leadership & Accountability

• Lead by focusing on solutions, not excuses

• Set clear expectations for work quality, safety, positive behavior, and performance

• Hold crews and subcontractors accountable

• Help calm tense or confrontational situations when they arise

• Clearly communicate expectations to subcontractors and enforce them

• Coordinate key work activities such as access, manpower, deliveries, and site logistics

• Make sure any changes to the scope of work, sequence, or work methods are discussed and approved before work continues

• Confirm all changes are understood and approved before moving forward

Site Execution & Safety

• Oversee daily construction activities on one or more job sites

• Enforce OSHA rules and company safety policies at all times

• Follow and enforce the company Job Site Safety Checklist and Safety Plan every day

• Make sure work follows approved drawings, specs, and schedules

• Keep job sites safe, clean, organized, and secure

• Enforce proper PPE use at all times

• Control site access so only approved personnel are allowed

Communication & Alignment

• Communicate openly and honestly at all times

• Keep Operations Management copied on all job-related communication

• Stay in regular contact with Operations Management throughout the day

• Report progress, issues, inspections, and delays as they happen

• Raise concerns, risks, or problems immediately

Scheduling, Planning & Risk Prevention

• Work with Operations Management to create 4–6 week lookahead schedules

• Prepare and send a weekly lookahead schedule by Friday at 4 p.m. for the following week

• Track progress against the schedule and flag delays early

• Communicate any schedule changes or delays to all involved parties

• Look ahead for issues that could cause delays, including weather, inspections, testing, material lead times, or temperature limits

• Understand how material choices affect performance, code compliance, warranties, and long-term durability

• Read and understand all material instructions and restrictions before installation

• Take steps to prevent problems instead of reacting after issues occur

• Make sure utility markouts are completed, coordinated, and documented with photos before work starts

• Fully document site conditions before work begins with photos and videos and upload them to the project file

Documentation, Reporting & Compliance

• Provide daily job updates with photos and written notes

• Track open inspections, permits, and outstanding items through project closeout

• Use company-issued devices and required software to track work activities

• Complete and submit incident reports within 24 hours of any safety event, including photos and follow-up actions

• Make sure all materials are approved before ordering or installing

• Get approval for all expenses before purchasing

• Keep company vehicles clean, safe, and in good working condition

• Perform regular visual checks of company vehicles, including tires, windshield, and general condition

• Report any vehicle issues, damage, or unusual noises immediately

Ideal Candidate Profile

• At least 8 years of experience as a Site Superintendent or Project Manager in commercial construction

• Experience with commercial ground-up and renovation projects

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, inspections, building codes (NJ & PA), and OSHA safety rules

• Ability to work well in a structured team environment

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, including structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and civil plans

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office for reports, schedules, and documentation

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify issues early

• Ability to manage multiple job sites at the same time

• OSHA 30 certification required

• Must be able to pass respirator fit testing

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• Must have a clean driving record

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Available to respond to job-related issues outside normal work hours when needed

• Able to travel to and inspect job sites in different weather conditions

• Able to walk, stand, climb ladders, bend, and work at heights

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Able to work in dusty, noisy, hot, or cold environments while wearing PPE

• Able to drive and travel between job sites

• No phone use, texting, or emailing while driving

• No drug or alcohol use on job sites or while operating company vehicles

• Role includes both field work and some office tasks such as meetings, reporting, and coordination