SITE SUPERINTENDENT -- FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

CJW Contractors Inc. is seeking a highly experienced, motivated, and mission-driven Site Superintendent with a minimum of 15 years of dedicated federal construction experience. The successful candidate will serve as the primary on-site authority for all construction operations, safety enforcement, subcontractor coordination, reporting, and schedule management. This role demands a self-starter with exceptional foresight — someone who anticipates construction activity needs well in advance, drives production relentlessly, and holds themselves and their teams to the highest standards of federal construction excellence.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Site Management & Leadership

• Serve as the on-site authority and single point of contact for all day-to-day field operations on federal construction projects including renovations, design-build (DB), design-bid-build (DBB), and ground-up new construction.
• Establish and maintain overall project site logistics, temporary facilities, access control, and material laydown plans from mobilization through demobilization.Manage and direct all subcontractors, self-perform crews, and suppliers on site, ensuring compliance with subcontract scope, project plans, specifications, and applicable federal regulations.
• Maintain a professional, organized, and well-run job site at all times — including implementation and enforcement of badging, PPE, and access procedures on secure government installations.
• Coordinate SECNAV 5512 NAC (National Agency Check) processing and installation access requirements for all personnel, subcontractors, and material deliveries onto Navy facilities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and team cohesion across all site personnel and subcontractor workforces.

2. Plans, Drawings & Specifications

• Demonstrate expert-level ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings including architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection plans.
• Cross-reference project specifications (UFGS, CSI MasterFormat, and project-specific supplemental conditions) to verify that all installed work meets design intent and contract requirements.
• Identify discrepancies, conflicts, or ambiguities between drawings and specs; promptly initiate RFIs through the Project Manager with clear, field-level documentation.
• Review and interpret shop drawings, submittals, and product data against contract documents prior to installation to prevent rework and non-conformances.
• Maintain a current, marked-up set of drawings on site at all times and actively contribute to as-built document preparation throughout construction.

3. Safety — First, Always, Without Exception

• Champion a zero-incident safety culture across all site personnel, subcontractors, and visitors — safety is a core value, not a compliance checkbox.
• Conduct daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) reviews and site safety inspections; proactively identify and immediately correct unsafe acts or conditions before they result in incidents.
• Enforce full compliance with EM 385-1-1 (USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual), OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and all applicable Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) plans throughout the project.
• Immediately halt any operation presenting an imminent danger or unacceptable risk; document and report to the Project Manager and COR per contract requirements.
• Coordinate and verify that all subcontractors submit and follow approved AHAs, maintain current certifications, and provide adequate competent persons for controlled activities.
• Lead or facilitate weekly Toolbox Talks and Safety Stand-Down meetings as required; the ability to prepare and deliver engaging safety topics is strongly preferred.
• Investigate near-misses and incidents immediately; prepare factual written incident reports and lead corrective action / root cause analysis.
• Maintain OSHA 300 logs, subcontractor safety submittals, and all site safety records in an audit-ready condition at all times.

Minimum Required Safety Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour Construction | First Aid/CPR | Fall Protection (OSHA-compliant). Ability to conduct Safety Stand-Downs and Toolbox Talk sessions is strongly preferred.

4. Schedule, Production Management & Three-Week Lookahead

• Demonstrate exceptional construction foresight — the ability to anticipate upcoming work activities, identify constraints ahead of time, and mobilize labor, materials, and subcontractors proactively to maintain uninterrupted production flow.
• Prepare, own, and issue the Three-Week Lookahead schedule every week without exception; this is a non-negotiable core deliverable. The lookahead must reflect accurate sequencing, manpower commitments, material delivery windows, inspection hold points, and government coordination requirements.
• Actively drive production on site — move work forward every day, remove obstacles, expedite material deliveries, and hold subcontractors accountable to their committed activity dates.
• Coordinate activity sequencing, equipment availability, utility outages, inspection hold points, and subcontractor manpower to maintain milestone and substantial completion dates.
• Work collaboratively with the project's Primavera P6 scheduler — the Superintendent does not need to be a Primavera operator, but must be fully capable of reading, interpreting, and providing accurate field input to the CPM schedule to keep it current and realistic.
• Identify schedule risks associated with government-furnished equipment, utility shut-downs, owner-directed changes, or inspection availability; document contemporaneously to support potential time extension or REA claims.
• Participate in scheduling review meetings with the Contracting Officer, COR, and Project Manager; provide direct, data-driven status updates.

5. Subcontractor Management & Communication

• Review subcontract agreements for scope, schedule milestones, safety obligations, and quality requirements prior to subcontractor mobilization; confirm each sub fully understands their contracted scope of work.
• Conduct pre-work meetings with each subcontractor before major phases of work begin to align on means and methods, safety expectations, quality standards, and schedule commitments.
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication skills — document all significant field decisions, directions to subcontractors, and owner-directed changes in writing (email, daily log, or RFI) the same day they occur.
• Manage subcontractor performance proactively; address deficiencies in quality, safety, or schedule directly and promptly, escalating to the Project Manager when warranted.
• Coordinate subcontractor interfaces, sequencing, and work zone conflicts to eliminate downtime and maximize productivity on site every day.

6. Daily Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit a thorough, accurate daily construction report each working day — documenting weather conditions, manpower by trade, work performed by area and activity, equipment on site, materials received, government interactions, and any significant events or delays.
• Ensure all government-directed changes, differing site conditions, and potential cost or schedule impacts are documented in writing the same day they occur; notify the Project Manager immediately and never allow verbal-only direction to stand uncorroborated.
• Maintain organized site documentation including meeting minutes, RFI logs, submittal logs, inspection records, and correspondence files — kept in an audit-ready state at all times.
• Familiarity with eCMS (electronic Contract Management System) or other government-side construction management portals is preferred; willingness and ability to learn agency-specific reporting platforms is required.
• Support preparation of Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs) and change order backup documentation by providing detailed, contemporaneous field records and daily log entries.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, as-built drawings, warranty packages, and all project closeout deliverables.

7. Government Agency Coordination

• Interact professionally and regularly with Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), Resident Officers in Charge of Construction (ROICCs), and facility managers on federal job sites.
• Prepare for and participate in weekly OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings; provide accurate and concise site status updates representing CJW professionally.
• Manage all installation access coordination including SECNAV 5512 NAC submissions, visitor access requests, vehicle passes, and escort requirements for Navy and other federal facilities.
• Comply with all security protocols, installation regulations, and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection (ATFP) requirements applicable to each project site.
• Preferred: Prior hands-on experience on US Navy installations in the DC Metro area including NSF Indian Head, Naval Station Norfolk, NRL, NAVSEA, NAVFAC Washington, or similar NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a Site Superintendent on federal government construction projects (NAVFAC, USACE, GSA, USAF, NIH, or similar agencies).
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from $1M to $25M+ in scope, including renovations, DB/DBB, and ground-up new construction on active federal installations.
• Expert ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications including UFGS, CSI MasterFormat, and agency-specific supplemental conditions.
• Ability to read, interpret, and provide field input to CPM project schedules; direct Primavera P6 operation is not required, but comfort working with a project scheduler is essential.
• Proven ability to prepare and issue weekly Three-Week Lookahead schedules as a standard, non-negotiable work product.
• Demonstrated track record of actively driving construction production — moving work forward, resolving field obstacles, and maintaining milestone dates.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (current).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Fall Protection (OSHA-compliant) certification.
• Ability to process and successfully complete a SECNAV 5512 NAC for access to Navy installations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors simultaneously, including review of subcontract scopes, AHAs, and submittals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must produce thorough daily construction reports, field documentation, and subcontractor correspondence.
• Proficiency with standard construction management software (Procore, MS Office, email) and willingness to learn agency-specific platforms.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work from project sites throughout MD, VA, DC, PA, and other CJW operating states.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience on US Navy installations in the DC Metro area (Indian Head, Dahlgren, Bethesda, NRL, or similar NAVFAC Washington / Mid-Atlantic sites).
• Familiarity with eCMS, RMS, or other government-side construction management and reporting portals.
• Ability to conduct and lead Safety Stand-Down meetings and Toolbox Talk sessions with demonstrated skill in engaging field crews on safety topics.
• Experience with NAVFAC ROICC / QA processes and familiarity with NAVFAC contracting procedures and QC documentation requirements.
• Superintendent-level experience on Design-Build federal projects, including coordination with Designers of Record during construction.
• Experience managing PEMB erection, specialty trades, or complex MEP phasing on occupied federal facilities.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and project complexity.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and federal holidays.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle for project travel (project-dependent).
• Professional development support including OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and agency-specific training programs.
• Per diem and lodging reimbursement for extended out-of-area project assignments.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit the following to View email address on ziprecruiter.com with the subject line "Site Superintendent Application — [Your Name]":

• Current resume highlighting federal construction project experience, agency customers, and contract values.
• List of at least 3 federal construction projects where you served as Site Superintendent, including agency, project value, and scope description.
• Copies of OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection, and any other relevant certifications.
• Three professional references, including at least one government COR or ROICC contact.

CJW Contractors Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits:

401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person