Construction Superintendent

Construction Superintendent

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee the successful completion of a long-term commercial building project in Key West, Florida. The project consists of three above-grade, non-critical buildings that are in the final stages of construction after several years of development.

This role requires a seasoned construction professional with broad building construction experience who can lead daily field operations, coordinate multiple trades, and serve as the primary on-site liaison with the client's representative (CTOR). The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with exceptional communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a proven track record of delivering quality projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall on-site administrative and technical leadership for construction activities.
• Lead and manage daily field operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and construction personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the client's on-site representative (CTOR) regarding daily project activities.
• Ensure all construction work complies with project plans, specifications, quality standards, and applicable building codes.
• Monitor project schedules and support timely completion of all remaining work.
• Review project schedules and budgets while ensuring adherence to project milestones.
• Conduct and participate in project meetings with project management, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite while enforcing all safety policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain daily field reports, RFIs, field directives, and other required project documentation.
• Coordinate inspections and support timely approvals from governing authorities.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager and other field management personnel to ensure successful project completion.
• Identify and proactively resolve field issues to minimize schedule impacts.

Required Construction Experience

Candidates should possess experience overseeing a wide variety of commercial building construction activities, including:

• Deep and shallow foundation systems
• Site development, utilities, excavation, and support of excavation systems
• Structural steel and reinforced concrete construction
• Building envelope and façade systems
• Interior build-out and finishes
• Site improvements and landscaping
• Multi-trade coordination on active commercial construction projects
• Quality control and compliance with project specifications
• Budget awareness and schedule management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field plus 8+ years of relevant construction experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Construction Superintendent on commercial or institutional building projects.
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience managing multiple subcontractors and construction trades.
• Experience acting as the primary liaison between contractors and client representatives.
• Thorough knowledge of construction means, methods, scheduling, safety practices, and quality control.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment while maintaining professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working for a large General Contractor (GC).
• Experience on large vertical commercial construction projects.
• Builder's License or General Contractor license strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success completing projects during final construction and closeout phases.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.