Site Superintendent, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Hayward, San Francisco Bay Area - MyGreat Recruitment

Site Superintendent – Institutional Education Projects

Location: Various sites in the San Francisco East Bay area

Compensation: $125,000 - $175,000

Overview

The Site Superintendent will oversee day-to-day construction activities for educational facility projects in the East Bay area, ensuring all work is completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with DSA and OSHPD requirements. This role is responsible for managing on-site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and maintaining quality standards, while serving as the primary point of contact for site operations throughout the duration of each project.

Must Haves

• Proven experience as a Site Superintendent for a General Contractor.
• Direct experience working with DSA (Division of the State Architect) and/or OSHPD (Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development) on regulated education projects
• Strong working knowledge of California building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated success supervising field operations on active construction sites
• Excellent leadership and communication skills for managing trades, subcontractors, and site teams
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, schedules, and specifications
• Strong track record of enforcing safety protocols and quality standards on site
• Skilled at maintaining project schedules and coordinating site logistics
• Authorization to work in the United States

Nice to Haves

• Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management software
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• LEED project experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations for educational facility construction projects in the East Bay area
• Supervise all on-site activities, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to specification
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to maintain workflow and quality
• Enforce site safety protocols and conduct regular safety meetings and inspections
• Communicate effectively with project managers, architects, consultants, and client representatives
• Review project drawings, schedules, and submittals to ensure accurate execution of work
• Monitor progress and proactively resolve site issues, delays, or conflicts
• Maintain site documentation, including daily reports, logs, and safety records
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and contract requirements
• Manage site logistics, including deliveries, storage, equipment, and site access
• Lead site meetings and contribute to project planning and coordination
• Ensure all work adheres to DSA/OSHPD and local regulatory requirements
• Report regularly on project status, progress, and any site challenges to senior management